Author:Dr. Shalini K. Bansa,lRajeev R. Menon
ABSTRACT:Computer-Aided Process Planning (CAPP) serves as a vital digital bridge between the design and manufacturing stages of production. This paper examines the evolution of CAPP, its classifications, and its critical role in modern industry. The study explores how CAPP integrates CAD and CAM to automatically generate efficient, consistent, and optimized process plans. The paper analyzes various types of CAPP systems, including variant and generative approaches, while discussing the use of artificial intelligence in process planning. Key benefits such as reduced lead times, cost minimization, and improved quality are presented through case studies. A comparative analysis with traditional manual planning highlights the significance of digital process automation. The paper concludes by outlining future research trends in AI-integrated CAPP for smart manufacturing.
Keywords: Computer-Aided Process Planning (CAPP), CAD, CAM, Generative Systems, Variant CAPP, Process Automation, Industry 4.0
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