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News Release from: OneCNC | Subject: Mastering OneCNC XP
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 28 May 2004
Book covers all functionality of OneCNC
XP CAD/CAM
'Mastering OneCNC XP' provides comprehensive coverage of all functionality of the CAD/CAM application with hands-on exercises for all 2D and 3D CAD tools as well as all the CAM functions.
Bonnie Roskes, P E, President of F1 and Qarm pty, makers of OneCNC, have released 'Mastering OneCNC XP' This book provides comprehensive coverage of all functionality of this popular CAD/CAM application
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 8 Oct 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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Bob Francis, President of Qarm, said, "Bonnie has done a fantastic job with this book.
The hands-on exercises cover all 2D and 3D CAD tools as well as all the CAM functions.
The detailed explanations and clear graphics will help every OneCNC user quickly master the software.
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This book should lighten the load of our technical support department; all OneCNC offices and shops should have a copy".
Each CAD and CAM topic is covered by illustrated examples, and the more complex tools are explained via detailed, step-by-step exercises.
For each toolpath type there is a complete, start-to-finish exercise in which the reader creates a model from scratch and then machines it.
In some cases, the machining exercises can also be performed on sample files included with the software, which is convenient for the CAM-only readers.
The last section contains invaluable tips and tricks provided by OneCNC staff, beta testers, and super-users.
By following these exercises, readers will learn just about everything there is to know about this innovative application.
Author Bonnie Roskes said, "This book was an interesting and fun project, and I'm proud to have collaborated so successfully with Bob Francis and OneCNC aficionados.
OneCNC's popularity among machinists is growing fast - users of all levels can usually get the exact results they want with minimal effort.
But, like with any software, there are features, tools, and tricks that even advanced users don't understand or even know about.
This book will help any user become a OneCNC expert".
Coverage includes: 2D Tools (all geometry and editing tools); 3D Solid Modeling tools (surfaces, solids, and Boolean operations); parting tools, Stock and Mold (SMT) toolpath creation and parameters; Drilling cycles; and toolpath simulation, verification, and posting.
Comprehensive, start-to-finish exercises cover all geometry types and machining methods.
In addition, a 'Tips and Tricks' chapter presents a collection of work methods and in-depth explanations of advanced topics.
Available now, Mastering OneCNC XP will help any OneCNC user unlock the full potential of this impressive software.
Fast-bound, 374 pages, US$69.95.
* About the author - Bonnie Roskes is a structural engineer by training, and has been documenting CAD, CAM, and CAE software since 1997.
In addition to writing numerous tutorials, user manuals, and online help systems, she has also authored the highly-acclaimed SketchUp Book for Version 3 and SketchUp Book for Version 2.
Mastering OneCNC XP is published by CPD, the home of Doc Walt books.
CPD also publishes books on SolidWorks, SolidEdge, Cadkey, and MasterCAM.
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