Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CADCAM & creativity

Hi Peter,

I think CAD/CAM is just a tool, a better way do do something. I suspect
we are "drawn" to it because we are already fascinated with mechanical
and electronics, and have a desire to "create". I drew mechanical and
electronic plans before I even took a mechanical drawing course. And I
used a electric drill, hacksaw and files to make parts before I ever got
to use a lather or mill. These inventions like CAD/CAM (and lathes and
mills) only take us further! One could also extend this to computer
languages. I dreamed of how I could track amateur radio satellites in
orbit with mechanical systems when I was in high school and college, now
I have written software that can do it, not JUST the tracking part, but
the orbits and graphics too!

Just my thoughts, since you asked!

Alan KM6VV

Peter Chen wrote:

>
> Good evening,
>
> To date, discussions had been directed mainly at
> hardware and software. I wonder if we can have some
> input on this
>
> from this extremely active and illustrous group:
>
> Can CADCAM be used as a tool for stimulating
> creativity and innovativeness?
> How does one measure creativity and innovativeness?
> In the States and UK, cadcam has already been
> introduced into schools. How effective had these
> programs been? Anyone know of any study done?
>
> There are many on the list who are into CADCAM as a
> hobby. Would you say that your forray into CADCAM has
> made you
>
> into a more creative and innovative person (or are you
> into CADCAM because you are a creative person)?
>
> Hoping many will respond and make this group even more
> active. Thanks.
>
> Peter
>
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