Glossary

Term: CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing)

CAM software is used to design and manufacture products. CAM software uses the models and assemblies created in CAD software to generate tool paths that drive the machines that turn the designs into physical parts.

Source: http://www.autodesk.com/solutions/cad-cam, http://www.autodesk.com/products/cam/overview

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