Optimization of machine process parameters through 2D image layout enhancing and ArtCAM post-processing for 3D machining: Support program for the productivity and competitiveness of the metals and engineering industries

3D machining has been one of the challenges in CNC milling and CNC router machines. It´s quite difficult to create 3D relief from plain 2D image. To provide a very clean 3D relief, lot of resources, like software programs, machines, tools and time, is needed. This study provide an optimized way how to enhance the 3D output without sacrificing other factors like the machining time and tool life. Image layout enhancing and the use of ArtCAM postprocessing were applied in the study. As compared with the traditional machining strategy, machine relief was added in the operation. From the results, this strategy helps in the preparation of the 3D model for the engraving toolpath and reduces its machining time operations.