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* MakerCam (Free, runs in a browser via Flash) http://www.makercam.com/makercam.swf | * MakerCam (Free, runs in a browser via Flash) http://www.makercam.com/makercam.swf | ||
* Cambam (LHS has a license, installed on the Robotics laptop) http://www.cambam.info/ | * Cambam (LHS has a license, installed on the Robotics CAD/CAM laptop) http://www.cambam.info/ | ||
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The system is currently able to cut designs, but a vaccuum has to be hand held to capture dust and clean up chips. the main thing currently needed for the system is extraction to avoid putting too much additional dust into the air of the downstairs workshop. | The system is currently able to cut designs, but a vaccuum has to be hand held to capture dust and clean up chips. the main thing currently needed for the system is extraction to avoid putting too much additional dust into the air of the downstairs workshop. | ||
== Training == | |||
The system is currently in an "alpha" state - if you would like to get trained to do a specific job you have in mind, on the understanding that you may find issues along the way (which helps us too!) you can email the Robotics mailing list to arrange a time for training. You will find this easiest if you take a look at one of the recommended packages above (or your own choice of package, we will try to accomodate). | |||
