We didn’t notice [Nikita]’s post about building a concrete 3D printer, a few months ago, but the idea seems sound: build a basic CNC XY axis and then add a mortar pump and hose to deposit ...

The CNC 3018 is an ideal machine for those just getting started with CNC projects. ... With step-by-step instructions, you'll get familiar with the basic operations such as loading materials, ...

Important concepts for programming these toolpaths include step-over, approach distance, trigonometry, and boxing routines, as well as some of G codes. Calculations for Programming the Mill details ...

An understanding of trigonometry and how it can be applied on the lathe is necessary to perform any lathe operation programming. A knowledge of TNRC, drilling, and arc calculations will allow students ...

That said, there is one basic operation employed almost universally throughout the composites manufacturing industry: CNC machining. Every composite part, post-mold, requires some sort of finishing, ...

Learn the basics of CNC bits, including types, uses, and how to choose the right one for your projects. Plus, get my favorite bits recommendations specifically for the 3018 PRO to get the best ...

Vectric’s Aspire software offers a solution for doing custom decorative custom woodwork with a CNC machining center. The intuitive software is a complete solution for quickly designing parts and ...

And people with CNC machining skills, or who want to learn them, currently are in high demand in Door County. "CNC machining is one of the fastest-growing industries in Door County right now ...

The basic operation of the machine is akin to that of a pick-and-place machine, and despite the relatively large size of a small LEGO square it still has to place at a surprisingly high resolution.