hello! i have recently started getting familiar with EMC2 - it is wonderful software, developers have my thanks and all the respect :)) i have been following this mailing list for few weeks and due to my limited knowledge in CNC and computer literacy/programming now it is time for me to ask a question.
i am implementing waterjet cutting machine upgrade from 2 axis to 5 axis and subsequently - DOS-based controlling system to EMC2. part of this implementation is Tool [torch] Height Control - i have ultrasonic sensor that i would like to use for nozzle height control. Datasheet of the sensor is here: http://info.bannersalesforce.com/xpedio/groups/public/documents/literature/110738.pdf i have searched for more information on THC implementation and what confuses me is that it seems like i would need some additional hardware as described here: http://wiki.linuxcnc.org/cgi-bin/emcinfo.pl?Torch_Height_Control the question is - is there a way to set THC in a way that EMC2 acquires data directly from sensor and adjusts Z axis height as required (at least at the beginning of executing file for 5 axis code and preferrably floating Z axis for 2 axis code. creating 2 separate machine profiles - 2 axis and 5 axis - is acceptable)? without additional boards and hardware as i do not understand, what is their purpose. i have a Pixsys DRR 245 controller available - if that can help EMC2 in understanding sensor's outputs or transform the signal in some way... short description about this controller: http://www.instrumart.com/Product.aspx?ProductID=22402 thanks in advance, if anyone can share advice! Viesturs ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOLARIS 10 is the OS for Data Centers - provides features such as DTrace, Predictive Self Healing and Award Winning ZFS. Get Solaris 10 NOW http://p.sf.net/sfu/solaris-dev2dev _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list Emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
