EVALUATION OF RETROFIT APPLICATIONS OF NUMERICAL CONTROLS

Abstract

The technical feasibility of retrofitting existing machines with numerical controls has been further substantiated by this program. The four machines, varying widely as to design, age, and condition, were retrofitted in spite of various limitations relative to one or more of these factors. None of the technical problems en countered were insurmountable, even though the basic configuration had to be extensively altered in three of the four machines. All of these four machines have been given greatly enhanced capabilities by conversion to numerical control. All cutting motions, other machine functions, and certain auxiliary functions can now respond automatically to programmed instructions on tape or other control media.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1961
Accession Number
AD0413681

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  • Peter D. Tilton

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