Intelligent reasoning for processing planning

Abstract Turbo- capp is an intelligent process planning system. The system is able to: (1) interpret geometric data from a 2-1/2D cad system, (2) extract surface features in the cad database, (3) check design consistency of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, (4) manage an extensive manufacturing knowledge base, (5) update the knowledge base by interacting with experienced planners (learning), and (6) perform intelligent reasoning based on extracted machined surfaces and their relationships with surface finish, geometric dimensions and tolerances, current machine configurations, and available tools in order to generate alternative process plans.