> So is MachineKit just an interesting exercise for the College or University > > level? To show CNC can be done with a 1GHz 32 bit ARM? That the real > > solution is LinuxCNC on a 1GHz PC (or faster) with an external controller > > that can be set up with the Stepping Configuration program? > > > I don't know why people like to use these 1GHz ARM boards for machine > controllers.
Neither do me, if an ordinary computer is needed there are plenty of cheap old computers available. They might have an advantage then it come to communication peripherals. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Check out the vibrant tech community on one of the world's most engaging tech sites, Slashdot.org! http://sdm.link/slashdot _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list Emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
