CNC
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-001195
Computer Numerical Control: A method of automating machine tools through programmed commands. This system interprets design data to guide the movements of tools, enabling precise and repeatable manufacturing operations. CNC machines are widely used for milling, turning, grinding, and other processes in modern industrial production.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-001195 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Manufacturing |
| Expansions | numerical control[Appendix:Glossary |
| Synonyms | NC |
| See also | NC |
| Translations | German: CNC; Spanish: CNC; French: CNC |
Record as JSON
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