TY - GEN
T1 - Exploring Creative applications in the Digital Age
T2 - 2nd International Conference on Multidisciplinary Engineering and Applied Science, ICMEAS 2023
AU - Ayanlade, Joshua
AU - Ayanwunmi, Victor
AU - Omoniyi, Peter
AU - Jen, T. C.
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
© 2023 IEEE.
PY - 2023
Y1 - 2023
N2 - Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) plotters have a wide range of applications, including computer-aided drawing, architectural drawing, and printed circuit board printing. These applications can also be extended to serve person with disabilities class by printing signatures and stamps. CNC plotters are developed for diverse uses. However, cost-effectiveness remains a priority. This review examines different CNC plotters designed for various applications, investigating input data types, generating and streaming geometric code (G-code) methods, and communication modes with microcontrollers. Open-source and custom-built software is commonly used for G-code generation, streaming, and parsing. They are fast and contribute to cost reduction. However, a significant drawback is the reliance on a personal computer to run this software. Additionally, the plotting process can become cumbersome and time-consuming when the input data needs frequent modifications. In order to overcome these challenges, implementing a suitable streaming protocol between a transmitting microcontroller setup and a receiving microcontroller that is interfaced with a secure digital (SD) card module could potentially eliminate the need for streaming software. Similarly, generating polar geometric coordinates for simple shapes like circles, straight lines, inclined lines, and arcs based on user-provided parameters can reduce the dependency on G-code generation software. This approach not only saves time but also maintains cost-effectiveness.
AB - Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) plotters have a wide range of applications, including computer-aided drawing, architectural drawing, and printed circuit board printing. These applications can also be extended to serve person with disabilities class by printing signatures and stamps. CNC plotters are developed for diverse uses. However, cost-effectiveness remains a priority. This review examines different CNC plotters designed for various applications, investigating input data types, generating and streaming geometric code (G-code) methods, and communication modes with microcontrollers. Open-source and custom-built software is commonly used for G-code generation, streaming, and parsing. They are fast and contribute to cost reduction. However, a significant drawback is the reliance on a personal computer to run this software. Additionally, the plotting process can become cumbersome and time-consuming when the input data needs frequent modifications. In order to overcome these challenges, implementing a suitable streaming protocol between a transmitting microcontroller setup and a receiving microcontroller that is interfaced with a secure digital (SD) card module could potentially eliminate the need for streaming software. Similarly, generating polar geometric coordinates for simple shapes like circles, straight lines, inclined lines, and arcs based on user-provided parameters can reduce the dependency on G-code generation software. This approach not only saves time but also maintains cost-effectiveness.
KW - Automation
KW - Computer Numerical Controlled Plotter
KW - Engineering Drawing
KW - Person with Disabilities
KW - Streaming Protocol
UR - http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?scp=85183474170&partnerID=8YFLogxK
U2 - 10.1109/ICMEAS58693.2023.10379222
DO - 10.1109/ICMEAS58693.2023.10379222
M3 - Conference contribution
AN - SCOPUS:85183474170
T3 - 2023 2nd International Conference on Multidisciplinary Engineering and Applied Science, ICMEAS 2023
BT - 2023 2nd International Conference on Multidisciplinary Engineering and Applied Science, ICMEAS 2023
PB - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Y2 - 1 November 2023 through 3 November 2023
ER -