Abstract
Recently, an attempt of intelligent machine tool using open CNC control unit and network communication has been discussing. The development of sharing the machine tool and product information is progressing. We are challenging the development of the machining processor that has the database of machining condition, process design and so on, and can treat various information through the network. Thus, the machining processor can control a process and make a machining strategy based on machining prediction. Furthermore, it can observe a machining situation using attached sensors, and has the function made to reflect in a machining strategy. The machining processor can perform self-machining by inputting only 3D-CAD data. This paper describes the development of network communication software for monitoring and operating a machine tool from a remote PC. The developed software will become the future foundation of the machining processor.
