Computer numerical controls

Computer numerical controls use computers for the numerical control of machine tool automation. Some coding used are called M & N codes for programming purposes. By using computer numerical controlled machines precise work can be achieved.

This is a small computer numerical control for a turning center. Credit: Nathaniel C. Sheetz.

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See also

• CAD - History, Present and Future

External links

• A page on homebrew CNC
• CNC Software
• Linux CNC
• SourceForge: Pycam - OS CNC Path Generator