OPEN MIND Technologies will give its MACH exhibition premiere to the latest version of its hyperMILL® CAD/CAM software. Version 2022.1 will incorporate more features, optimised strategies and a host of major enhancements for more powerful and simplified machine and controller independent NC programming.
On Stand 440 in Hall 17, OPEN MIND will demonstrate the optimisations to hyperMILL® that include enhancements to the 5-axis strategies in VIRTUAL Machining. This will provide users with better results in terms of surface quality, new options for 2D functionality as well as efficient innovations in electrode manufacturing that deliver more convenient and faster programming.
hyperMILL® VIRTUAL Machining is all about generating, optimising and simulating NC code reliably through a collection of targeted solutions. Virtual Machining can be used to map all process steps in CNC manufacturing for perfect process control. The modular technology now also supports additive machining programs. The Optimizer module, which delivers powerful optimisation algorithms for efficient multi-axis machining, also features the ‘Optimized Table-Table Logic’ function for easy programming and reduced air time between cuts. The user selects a distance value, and the Optimizer automatically calculates the safety distances using the raw part, component and clamps selected in the job list.
The defined distance is maintained for all components and the movement sequences are automatically optimised. This makes the generating of ideal linking movements even easier. Also, the new feature of direct data transmission in the CONNECTED Machining module provides additional safety during tool input. Instead of the traditional manual input, the parameters are transferred directly from hyperMILL® to the controller.
Seamlessly merging the virtual and real world
The three hyperMILL® VIRTUAL Machining modules for the seamless merging of the virtual and real worlds form the core of the safe simulation solution. The Center module virtually maps real machining situations for the machine and controller and simulates these based on the NC code. The Optimizer module provides powerful optimisation algorithms that ensure efficient multi-axis machining. It also automatically identifies the best inclination for top machining results. The CONNECTED Machining module enables in-depth networking and synchronisation with the machine.
