Computer-aided manufacturing
By: Suheil Omar
Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
the use of computer software to control machine tools and related machinery in the manufacturing of work pieces.
CAD
CAD is the use of computer technology for design and design documentation. CAD/CAM applications are used to both design a product and program manufacturing processes, specifically, CNC machining. CAM software uses the models and assemblies created in CAD software to generate tool paths that drive the machines that turn the designs into physical parts.
Examples
Used for colour matching,dye weighing, and fabric printing.