CAD&CAM Flashcards
1
Q
What does CAD stand for
A
Computer aided design
2
Q
WhT does CAM stand for
A
Computer aided manufacturing
3
Q
3 examples of CAD
A
2D design
Power point
Sketch up
4
Q
2 examples of CAM
A
3D printer
Laser cutter
5
Q
What is CAD used for in the textiles industry
A
To draw out fabric patterns
You can model out different colours and sizes of fabric prices
You can quickly Alter the design instead of a re-do
You can communicate your designs easily
6
Q
What can you use CAM for in the textiles industry
A
You can plan the different manufacturing operation to create your product
Used for automate manufacturing processes
Also gives repeatability quality
7
Q
Advantages of CAD and CAM
A
Higher productivity Easier to design and edit Increase in efficiency Increase in consistency Increase in accuracy Can be 2D and 3D Can run 24/7
8
Q
Disadvantages of CAD and CAM
A
Sometimes there are black lines where there shouldn’t be Can be expensive Hardware is expensive Training is expensive Errors are possible
