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Opensource Robotic Workflow?

1. R by rampalg on 6 Apr 2025, edited 9 Apr 2025 #

   Hello,

   I am new to this area.

   • I would like to design a log cabin and cut the logs on an Industrial ABB robot. I have access to the robot on an occasional basis.

   • I would like to design in FreeCAD/Blender and then based on the tools available in the shop (milling bits, saws etc) design a toolpath. What would be the typical workflow? FreeCAD -->> ?? -->> Tool path Generation software -->> G-Code -->> ABB rapid code?

   • I've also heard about PyCAM - where would this fit into the workflow?

   • The client would be happy to use open-source components, but machine time optimization is important since robot access is limited. What solutions would provide the best balance between open-source accessibility and efficient machining?

   Is there another forum focused on manufacturing? Or is this an appropriate forum?

   Thank you,

   Gaurav

2. J by JanF on 6 Apr 2025, edited 6 Apr 2025 #

   Freecad should be enough, depending on the g-code dialect you need:

   https://wiki.freecad.org/CAM_Workbench

   https://forum.freecad.org/viewforum.php?f=15

3. R by RaphaëlVouilloz on 9 Apr 2025 # +2 votes

   Compas is an open-source framework with libraries for fabrication. But I haven't tested myself

   https://compas.dev/#/learn/documentation

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