Description A CNC operator requires a UI to interact with the manufacturing machine. Previously a Windows Forms application was in use for the machine. Many machine features where hidden in complex menus and dialogs. This lead to a number of operator errors. The new UI is a complete rewrite with user experience and modern design in mind. The application runs ...
Cross-platform 3D Printer User Interface
Description The machine tool manufacturer extended its product palette with a new 3D printer. The control for the 3D printer is based on an Embedded Linux computer with limited graphics processing power. Therefore, the user interface for the 3D printer should run remotely on a desktop or tablet computer making use of the powerful graphics hardware users already have access ...
Mobile App Pendant for CNC Machine
Description A CNC pendant is a hand-held remote control for CNC machines. It typically features haptic buttons and a rotary encoder jog wheel for fine machine movements. The pendant allows the machine operator to control the manufacturing machine without standing in front of the control computer. The idea of this project is to replace the physical CNC pendant device with ...