SolidCAM Launches InventorCAM 2008 at Autodesk University

By DE Editors

SolidCAM (Seattle, WA) will launch its new version InventorCAM 2008 at Autodesk University, (Las Vegas, NV; November 27 to 30, 2007). InventorCAM 2008, which seamlessly integrates into Inventor 2008, is a single-window user interface.

The full associativity between the CAD model and NC toolpath promises a short learning curve and an efficient flow from the 3D design model to the machined part. The new version will provide a complete manufacturing solution with enhanced user friendliness, more automation features, and additional interactive CAM functions, says the company.

One focus of the new version is the enhanced simulation capabilities both for solid verification and entire machine simulation. Not only is the 3D connexion SpaceNavigator mouse supported as a new input device but the new version also contains a framework to integrate external application programs.

InventorCAM’s Automatic Feature Recognition and Machining capability (AFRM) for multiple drills and complex holes has been greatly enhanced in InventorCAM 2008 with a new capability for the Automatic Feature Recognition and Machining for 2.5D pockets. This capability provides automatic recognition and machining of multi-level, closed and open pockets in a solid model, in addition to through pockets.

InventorCAM 2008 offers a new tool table for milling that supports a broader range of Milling-tools. The HSM module has been enhanced in InventorCAM 2008, including use of STL files as input for the generation of High-Speed Machining tool paths. In addition to the existing Turn-Mill capability that supports up to 5-axes (XYZCB), a new capability has been added in InventorCAM 2008 to support a new type of Mill-Turn Machines. Plus, the integration of InventorCAM 2008 with Autodesk Vault provides access to the centralized document management system from within InventorCAM and through a familiar interface.


For more information, go to InventorCAM.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.