Re: CAM in Polar format

> From: Jay Hayes <xmas4lites@...>
>
> I need to convert a simple 2D .dxf CAD drawing of a tool path to a
> machine code in a Polar format, of the Vector distance and relative
> angular Direction. I can manually write the code or manually extrapolate
> the information from the verification functions in Bobcad, but i'm
> looking to generate a post processed code automatically.
>

Tell us a little more Jay. It's not clear if you want to actually program
in Polar coordinates, meaning R-Theta type annotation, or something else.
What are you trying to program, what machine/control, are you sure you want
Relative angular direction or Absolute? What is your orientation to the
axes? Bobcad 17 has some very limited rotary translation capabilities and
may be able to get the answers you need.


Best Regards,

Fred Smith
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