Reverse Engineering Applied to the Teaching of Computer Aided Manufacturing

• Published in: Materials science forum Vol. 903; pp. 120 - 127
• Main Authors: Núñez, Pedro José, Beamud González, Elena María, Rodríguez Salgado, David, García Plaza, Eustaquio, González González, Alfonso, Sanz-Calcedo, Justo García
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Pfaffikon Trans Tech Publications Ltd 01.08.2017
• Subjects: CAD; CAD/CAM; CAI; CAM; Cloud computing; Computer aided design; Computer aided manufacturing; Computer assisted instruction; Curricula; Design engineering; Design optimization; Engineering education; Industrial applications; Machine tools; Machining; Mathematical models; Measurement techniques; Mechanical components; Mechanical engineering; Meshing; Numerical controls; Quality control; Rangefinding; Rapid prototyping; Reverse engineering; Software; Students; Three dimensional models; Training; Rapid Prototyping; Digitalization; Virtual Model; Solid Modelling CAD; Reverse Engineering; Computer Numerical Control CNC; Computer Aided Manufacturing CAM; Quality Control

One of the main shortcomings of individualized training in the use of computer aided design (CAD), and computer aided manufacturing (CAM) tools is that students lack a sound and broad understanding of the type of tools, and their specific and integrated applications in industrial manufacturing. This...