Use the Tool Path Simulate command to simulate machine tool motion before postprocessing the tool paths. Because Tool Path Simulate does not require a postprocessor or machine tool driver, you can analyze manufacturing operations earlier in the programming work flow.
The software uses the loaded machine kinematics for simulation and collision detection. The Tool Path Simulate command supports IPW and collision checking.
Application |
Manufacturing |
Prerequisite |
You must have a tool path and a machine with kinematics defined. |
Toolbar |
Operations→Simulate Machine |
Menu |
Tools→Operation Navigator→Tool Path→Simulate |
Operation Navigator |
Right-click an operation→Tool Path→Simulate |
Location in dialog box |
Simulation Control Panel dialog box→Animation group→Visualization list→Tool Path Simulate |