computer-aided manufacturing
Americannoun
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the use of specially designed computers to improve and regulate manufacturing processes; a type of automation in which computers control and monitor industrial machinery. CAM
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the techniques used in computer control and monitoring of industrial machinery and processes. CAM
Etymology
Origin of computer-aided manufacturing
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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The money will be used for an advanced manufacturing technologies training facility that will include classrooms, labs, demonstration areas, a student advisement center and computer-aided manufacturing simulation workstations.
From Seattle Times
His research specialty is computer-aided manufacturing of integrated circuits.
From Los Angeles Times
The teams each had to design and then produce a part using a computer-aided manufacturing program.
From Washington Times
A Hundegger computer-aided manufacturing panel-cutter rough-cut each beech plate.
From Scientific American
Other computer-aided manufacturing tools cut insulation, waterproofing material and cladding.
From Scientific American
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