Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: the open source 'thing'

Hi Chris

A PC based software control package that can :-
a) Run in a Windows graphical environment.
b) Will do consant contouring
c) Use *standard* G codes
d) Run up to six axis
e) Use encoder feedback if required
f) Run either steppers or servos
g) Open source code

This sounds like a killer spec - Just need to fix a target price. But then
with all these options, setting up the software to work with the hardware is
going to be a PITA. (which options do I need to set to do....)

For my money, the software is already available and is in use both
industrially and in home workshops.
I accept my chosen package may have one or two shortcomings, but so does
every other piece of software. Having the source code available gives me the
option of making changes IF I want to.

OK Claudius, you can feed me to the lions now.

Regards, Paul.

On Saturday 26 January 2002 7:10 am, Chris L wrote:

> The way I see it, we need a really good Windows Control. It has not been
> introduced yet. When someone finally does go thru all the effort and
> expense, I don't think they will give it away or let you modify it. If it
> is really good, I'll just use it the way it was made.