Ancillary Functions

• Integrating with the CAD/CAM system or the part programming system for the purpose of direct transfer of the part programs into the disk storage of the DNC computer.
• Possibility of integrating with the shop floor control system for proper integration purpose, which is discussed in greater detail later in the form of enhanced DNC (Figure 9).
• Getting the data from the machine control unit, information about the parts that are completed in terms of part numbers, quantity, etc.

Figure 9 : Typical Direct Numerical Control Operation with Enhanced Functions