Information Support of the Computer-aided Fixture Design System

The article contains the rationale for the development of the computer-aided fixture design system (CAFD). The place of the CAFD among other automated systems is considered and the data flows are found between them. The structure of the CAFD system is suggested, which is distinguished by the module of optimization and allows to select the optimal fixture for the given production conditions. The purpose and place of each module in the structure of the CAFD system is grounded. The database of the CAFD system is a collection of libraries connected by logical connections. The database includes 15 libraries of engineering and design, general engineering, regulatory, reference, and optimization and calculation character. The classifications for the supporting, locating and clamping elements, locating charts and the clamping charts of the workpieces are developed.