Glossary: CNC Machining

CNC Machining
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Computer numerical control, or CNC, is a form of industrial automation based on computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) files and replaces manually guided tasks. CNC machines require programming and can work with different types of robots.

Computer numerical control machinery uses software programs to autonomously direct the two- or three-dimensional movement of subtractive manufacturing machine tools such as drills, grinders, lathes, mills, and routers. It is a form of industrial automation based on CAD (computer-aided design) files and replaces manually guided tasks.

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