Ok i will do that..
But i want to read up on general cnc programming, g-code and stuff.
I could find some very specialized lists of command for certain machines
but no
"G-code for dummies - a online introduction to CNC and gerber programming".
ST
On Thu, 29 Apr 2004 11:02:51 -0000, ballendo <ballendo@...> wrote:
> ST,
>
> read everything the manufacturers in a given field have in their
> literature. On their website... Trico and EFD are two of the "big
> players" in Dispensing.
>
> Reading patents at www.uspto.gov can be VERY enlightening...
>
> Search on "dispensing EFD"... (I think that's what I ended up using)
>
> Note that many patents are expired and can be used freely. Many
> others can be licensed. Some will just give you ideas...
>
> IMO, don't mess with copying an unexpired patent without permission!
> It is a FALLACY that you can USE a patented idea for your "own
> personal use" without selling it to anybody. While you might "get
> away" with this, it's NOT legal.
>
> Ballendo
>
> P.S. many mfrs. will list their patent numbers on their website. Even
> expired ones. To "scare" you away... Read 'em.