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Shedding Light on Accuracy

Author Mike Glossinger
Published
December 01, 2001 - 11:00am

How a laser-calibration system evaluates and corrects CNC machine tools.

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Related Glossary Terms

  • computer numerical control ( CNC)

    computer numerical control ( CNC)

    Microprocessor-based controller dedicated to a machine tool that permits the creation or modification of parts. Programmed numerical control activates the machine’s servos and spindle drives and controls the various machining operations. See DNC, direct numerical control; NC, numerical control.

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Mechanical Engineer and Metrology Product Manager

Mike Glossinger is a mechanical engineer and metrology product manager for Applied Precision Inc., Gaithersburg, Maryland. For more information about API, call 301-330-8100 or visit www.apisensor.com.