Information Processing-from Engineering Drawing to Manufacture

This paper describes the development and capabilities of an engineering data processing system. It is a system specifically tailored to the requirements of engineering design and manufacturing technical data. The system functions with a minimum of data input from the engineer. This basic data is processed to perform design analysis and standards checking. Design documentation, computation of fabrication requirements and documentation, computation of numerical control data for automated manufacturing equipment, and compilation of history records are also system features. The system serves as a data communications and information retrieval facility. Convenient procedures and computer routines provide for design changes and incorporate new engineering features.