The Virtual Machine Definition : Integration if Real Machine parameters onto the Virtual Machine

2018x release delivers a dedicated category for Additive Virtual Machines. It is possible to build a virtual machine and add meta data to it such as specific machine parameters and save into a catalog library for reuse. The meta data can be reused everytime the Virtual Machine is loaded for resource and build layout planning. The Virtual Machine is a PLM searchable object in the 3DX platform. This saves a lot of time in upfront planning of Additive setups in making the right decisions. The list of meta data specifics for a machine is controlled by DS RnD on a need to support basis.

The VM definition can also carry reusable layout, slicing and scan path rules for quick part placement and programming. This saves time.