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Programming and Composite Manufacturing

This section covers the core programming and composite manufacturing capabilities, including laminate definitions, material parameters, motion control, and layup planning for automated composite manufacturing.

Programming Components​

Laminate Definitions​

Configure advanced parameters, boundary areas, layup areas, and material specifications for composite parts.

Material Parameters​

Define material properties, processing conditions, and quality specifications for composite manufacturing.

Motion Control​

Set up approach/retract motions, return paths, and robot speed profiles for efficient and safe operation.

Ply Configuration​

Define general parameters, toolpath division, and layup strategies for individual plies.

Key Programming Topics​

Quick Start Guide​

For new users, we recommend following this sequence:

  1. Start with Laminate Definitions to create your composite parts
  2. Configure Material Parameters for your specific materials
  3. Set up Motion Control for optimal robot movements
  4. Define Ply Configuration for individual layer control

Programming Workflow​

  1. Material Definition: Set up material properties and processing parameters
  2. Geometry Setup: Define boundary areas, layup zones, and mold linkages
  3. Motion Planning: Configure robot speeds, approach/retract motions
  4. Ply Configuration: Set up individual ply parameters and toolpath strategies
  5. Process Control: Configure heater settings and temperature profiles
  6. Visualization Review: Use view/edit tools to validate configurations