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NUMERICAL CONTROL [49 records]

Record 1 2025-02-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Applications of Automation
DEF

A manipulator that can perform a given task according to the sequence, conditions, and position, as commanded via numerical data.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Automatisation et applications
CONT

Robots à commande numérique : Ils reçoivent les ordres de séquence et de conditions de travail de façon numérique.

Spanish

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Record 2 2024-02-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Automatic Control (Machine Tools)
  • Control Systems (Electronic Instrumentation)
  • Applications of Automation
DEF

The use of a shared computer for distribution of part program data via data lines to remote machines tools.

OBS

direct numerical control; DNC: term and abbreviation standardized by CSA.

Key term(s)
  • distributed numerical control
  • directly controlled by computers
  • DCC

French

Domaine(s)
  • Commandes automatiques (Machines-outils)
  • Systèmes cybernétiques de contrôle et de commande
  • Automatisation et applications
DEF

Utilisation d'un ordinateur pour envoyer à chacune de plusieurs machines-outils à CN qui sont éloignées, des informations concernant la réalisation d'un programme-pièce.

OBS

commande numérique directe : terme normalisé par la CSA.

PHR

La CND gère (des programmes de commande numérique, des données outils), recueille en fin d'usinage (des éléments statistiques, des défauts éventuels), peut reprogrammer une commande.

Key term(s)
  • commande numérique distribuée

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Control automático (Máquinas-herramientas)
  • Sistemas cibernéticos de control
  • Automatización y aplicaciones
DEF

Sistema que conecta un conjunto de máquinas, con un control numérico con una memoria común, para el almacenamiento de los programas de máquinas o de piezas, con medios para la distribución, a petición, de datos para las máquinas.

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Record 3 2024-02-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Electronics
  • Mechanical Components

French

Domaine(s)
  • Électronique
  • Composants mécaniques

Spanish

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Record 4 - external organization data 2023-04-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 5 - external organization data 2023-04-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 6 - external organization data 2023-04-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 7 - external organization data 2023-04-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 8 - external organization data 2023-04-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 9 - external organization data 2023-04-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 10 - external organization data 2023-04-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 11 2022-12-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Construction Tools
  • Facilities and Equipment (Wood Industries)
CONT

A computer numerical control (CNC) router is a device controlled by a computer. This router is typically used for cutting wood and other materials, depending on the cutting tools installed.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Outils (Construction)
  • Installations et équipement (Industr. du bois)
CONT

Les défonceuses numériques permettent le découpage de haute précision des dimensions des panneaux, des ouvertures pour fenêtres, portes et voies de service, éléments de fixation et canalisations.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Herramientas (Construcción)
  • Instalaciones y equipo (Industria maderera)
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Record 12 - external organization data 2022-11-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 13 - external organization data 2022-09-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)
Key term(s)
  • 3D computer numerical control programer
  • 3D programer

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 14 - external organization data 2022-09-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)
Key term(s)
  • computer numerical control programer
  • CNC programer

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 15 - external organization data 2022-09-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)
Key term(s)
  • numerical control programer
  • NC programer

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 16 - external organization data 2022-09-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)
Key term(s)
  • computer numerical control Mastercam programer
  • CNC Mastercam programer

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 17 - external organization data 2022-09-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - National Occupational Classification (NOC)
Key term(s)
  • computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing, numerical control programer
  • CAD/CAM NC programer

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir – Classification nationale des professions (CNP)

Spanish

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Record 18 - external organization data 2021-10-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
Universal entry(ies)
4426
occupation code, see observation
OBS

4426: Royal Canadian Mounted Police job code.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir - Gendarmerie royale du Canada (GRC)
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
4426
occupation code, see observation
OBS

4426 : code d'emploi de la Gendarmerie royale du Canada.

Spanish

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Record 19 2018-10-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Computer Programs and Programming
DEF

... a person who is responsible for the preparation and development of numerical programs used to drive NC [numerical control] and CNC [computer numerical control] tools.

CONT

A primary duty of a numerical control programmer is to write programs that direct machine tools to perform functions automatically. They enter commands, instructions, or other specifications into equipment.

OBS

The programmer will select the necessary tools that are used in cutting, and also in establishing the sequence of operations of the machine's operations. He/she is also assigned in creating the specific machine codes in order to drive the cutting tool's cutter path. The programmer must also utilize the graphics and the language-based systems.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Programmes et programmation (Informatique)

Spanish

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Record 20 2018-09-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Computer Programs and Programming
CONT

A computer numerically controlled (CNC) programmer programs the machines that cut, shape, and finish materials such as metals, plastics, or wood into usable components. The CNC programmer must study the drawings and blueprints of the components that need to be manufactured and determine which machines will be required, what they will need to do, and the order in which the work needs to be done. Often, CNC programmers are also asked to estimate how long the job will take.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Programmes et programmation (Informatique)

Spanish

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Record 21 2017-01-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Automatic Control (Machine Tools)
CONT

Numerically controlled machine tools provide an economic means for manufacturing management to make detailed plans of operation and at the same time retain documentary support for such plans.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Commandes automatiques (Machines-outils)
DEF

Machine-outil pouvant être programmée par des techniques de FAO [fabrication assistée par ordinateur] pour l'usinage de pièces.

PHR

Configuration, langage, mise en œuvre, programmation, programme de commande, répétabilité d'une MOCN.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Control automático (Máquinas-herramientas)
DEF

Maquinarias controladas por una computadora (ordenador) en las operaciones de fabricación.

OBS

Algunas máquinas, controladas numéricamente, emplean una cinta de papel que ha sido preparada por una computadora (ordenador), programada especialmente para controlar el movimiento de complejas herramientas o instrumentos de máquinas. Las computadoras (ordenadores) pueden controlar graficadores, correas transportadoras y muchos otros procesos físicos complicados.

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Record 22 2016-03-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Programs and Courses
  • School and School-Related Administration
  • Engineering
OBS

Mechanical (numerical control) technician: With an emphasis on manual computer assisted programming and computer graphics the student will learn the intricacies of process and tooling layout. The graduate of this four-semester program is qualified to prepare the manufacturing and fabricating processes including costing, tool design and inspection.

OBS

Community college program.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de programmes et de cours
  • Administration scolaire et parascolaire
  • Ingénierie
OBS

Cours collégial.

Spanish

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Record 23 2012-01-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Internet and Telematics
DEF

A control system whereby the system outputs are controlled by system inputs only.

Key term(s)
  • open loop numerical control system
  • open loop control system

French

Domaine(s)
  • Internet et télématique
DEF

Système de commande dans lequel il n'y a pas de rétro-action de la mesure des extrants autre que celle fournie par les intrants.

Spanish

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Record 24 2011-10-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Applications of Automation
  • Computer Graphics
  • Automatic Control (Machine Tools)
DEF

A numerical control system with a dedicated mini- or micro-computer which performs the functions of data processing and control.

OBS

computer numerical control; CNC; computerized numerical control: terms and abbreviation standardized by ISO and CSA.

Key term(s)
  • computerized numerical command

French

Domaine(s)
  • Automatisation et applications
  • Infographie
  • Commandes automatiques (Machines-outils)
DEF

Commande numérique réalisée sous la conduite et le contrôle d'un ordinateur, à l'aide d'un programme spécialisé.

CONT

ELSAG présentera à l'EMO (Exposition mondiale de machine-outil de Hanovre) une CNC économique, limitée à deux axes. Electtronica San Giorgio (ELSAG) présentera à la deuxième exposition de la machine-outil de Hanovre une nouvelle commande numérique par calculateur, destinée aussi bien aux tours parallèles qu'aux tours verticaux. (ELACT 770909) Une distinction est parfois établie entre les dispositifs de commande numérique par calculateur dans lesquels le calculateur est intégré et les dispositifs de commande numérique par calculateur dans lesquels le calculateur n'est qu'inséré; le degré de programmation est variable.

OBS

commande numérique par ordinateur : terme normalisé par l'ISO et la CSA.

Key term(s)
  • commande numérique automatisée

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Automatización y aplicaciones
  • Gráficos de computadora
  • Control automático (Máquinas-herramientas)
DEF

Sistema de control numérico para el cual se utiliza una computadora (ordenador) especializada, de programa almacenado, para efectuar algunas o la totalidad de las funciones de control numérico básicas.

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Record 25 2008-05-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Machine-Tooling (Metallurgy)
  • Informatics
CONT

Computer numerical control machining: also known as CNC machining, consists of machine tools, known as a machining center, which is equipped with as many as 200 tools and an automatic toolchanger. These machines are designed to perform various operations on different surfaces of the workpiece, which is placed on a pallet capable of as much as five-axis movement.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Usinage (Métallurgie)
  • Informatique

Spanish

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Record 26 - external organization data 2006-02-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - ISO/IEC JTC 1 Information Technology Vocabulary
Universal entry(ies)
24.03.01 (2382)
ISO/IEC standard entry number
DEF

automatic control of machine tools or industrial processes performed by a device that makes use of numerically coded commands introduced in real time

OBS

These commands may be generated by a computer-aided design and manufacturing system on a data medium that controls a machine tool or an industrial process.

OBS

numerical control; NC: term, abbreviation and definition standardized by ISO/IEC [ISO/IEC 2382-24:1995].

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir - ISO/CEI JTC 1 Vocabulaire des technologies de l'information
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
24.03.01 (2382)
ISO/IEC standard entry number
DEF

commande automatique de machines-outils ou de processus industriels par un dispositif qui envoie en temps réel des ordres codés sous forme numérique

OBS

Ces ordres peuvent être produits par un système de conception et fabrication assistées par ordinateur sur un support de données qui pilote une machine-outil ou un processus industriel.

OBS

commande numérique : terme et définition normalisés par l'ISO/CEI [ISO/IEC 2382-24:1995].

Spanish

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Record 27 - external organization data 2006-02-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Compartment - ISO/IEC JTC 1 Information Technology Vocabulary
Universal entry(ies)
24.03.03 (2382)
ISO/IEC standard entry number
DEF

numerical control wherein a dedicated computer is used to store and to issue some or all of the basic numerical-control commands in real time

OBS

The dedicated computer also enables the local input of data.

OBS

computer numerical control; CNC: term, abbreviation and definition standardized by ISO/IEC [ISO/IEC 2382-24:1995].

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tiroir - ISO/CEI JTC 1 Vocabulaire des technologies de l'information
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
24.03.03 (2382)
ISO/IEC standard entry number
DEF

commande numérique qui utilise un ordinateur spécialisé pour mémoriser et émettre en temps réel tout ou partie des ordres primaires

OBS

L'ordinateur spécialisé peut servir à la saisie de données sur place.

OBS

commande numérique par ordinateur : terme et définition normalisés par l'ISO/CEI [ISO/IEC 2382-24:1995].

Spanish

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Record 28 2003-03-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Machine-Tooling (Metallurgy)
  • Applications of Automation
DEF

A control system for machine tools and some industrial processes, in which numerical values corresponding to desired positions of tools or controls are recorded ... so they can be used to control the operation automatically.

OBS

numerical control; NC: term and abbreviation standardized by CSA.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Usinage (Métallurgie)
  • Automatisation et applications
DEF

Technique de commande de machines-outils ou d'équipement semblable, selon laquelle le mouvement est déterminé par des ordres codés sous forme numérique.

OBS

commande numérique : terme normalisé par la CSA.

PHR

La commande numérique compare des valeurs, comprend un langage, mémorise la liste des outils.

PHR

Programmer en commande numérique, réaliser une pièce en commande numérique.

Key term(s)
  • commande symbolique

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Operación de mecanizado (Metalurgia)
  • Automatización y aplicaciones
DEF

Control de máquinas herramienta [...] que trabajan automáticamente siguiendo instrucciones de un programa numérico.

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Record 29 2003-03-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Storage Media (Data Processing)
DEF

A punched paper or plastic tape used to feed digital instructions to a numerical control machine.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Supports d'information (Informatique)

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Medios de almacenamiento (Procesamiento de datos)
DEF

Cinta, generalmente de papel o de plástico, conteniendo perforaciones que representan números, que se utiliza para ingresar instrucciones en un dispositivo o máquina numéricamente dirigido.

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Record 30 2003-03-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Machine-Tooling (Metallurgy)
  • Applications of Automation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Usinage (Métallurgie)
  • Automatisation et applications

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Operación de mecanizado (Metalurgia)
  • Automatización y aplicaciones
DEF

Sistema de máquinas industriales, que utiliza una cinta (por lo general) de datos numéricos para controlar una máquina o proceso.

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Record 31 1997-08-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Machine-Tooling (Metallurgy)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Usinage (Métallurgie)

Spanish

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Record 32 1997-08-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Operating Systems (Software)
  • Computer Programs and Programming
DEF

A control system possessing an internal memory structure. Once programmed, the internal memory can be altered by receiving new instructions or parameters. The physical configuration is not altered or affected by virtue of reprogramming.

Key term(s)
  • stored program numerical control

French

Domaine(s)
  • Systèmes d'exploitation (Logiciels)
  • Programmes et programmation (Informatique)
DEF

Commande numérique d'un système de commutation au moyen d'instructions (logiciel) stockées dans les mémoires et rappelées au fur et à mesure des besoins pendant l'opération de commutation.

Spanish

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Record 33 1991-05-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Types of Industrial Operations
  • Applications of Automation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Types d'exploitation industrielle
  • Automatisation et applications

Spanish

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Record 34 1991-05-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Types of Industrial Operations

French

Domaine(s)
  • Types d'exploitation industrielle

Spanish

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Record 35 1991-04-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Types of Industrial Operations

French

Domaine(s)
  • Types d'exploitation industrielle

Spanish

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Record 36 1991-04-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Types of Industrial Operations

French

Domaine(s)
  • Types d'exploitation industrielle

Spanish

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Record 37 1991-03-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Industrial Techniques and Processes

French

Domaine(s)
  • Techniques industrielles

Spanish

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Record 38 1987-10-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Automatic Control (Machine Tools)
CONT

The closed loop system is similar to the open loop system with the exception that a feedback unit is introduced in the electrical circuit. This feedback unit, generally called a transducer, compares the amount the machine table has been moved by the servo motor with the signal sent by the control unit. The control unit instructs the servo motor to make whatever adjustments are necessary until both the signal from the control unit and the one from the servo unit are equal.... Closed loop numerical control systems are very accurate because the accuracy of the command signal is recorded and there is an automatic compensation for error.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Commandes automatiques (Machines-outils)

Spanish

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Record 39 1987-05-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Programs and Programming
  • Applications of Automation
OBS

"Helping machine tools help themselves".

French

Domaine(s)
  • Programmes et programmation (Informatique)
  • Automatisation et applications

Spanish

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Record 40 1986-09-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Machine-Tooling (Metallurgy)
  • Automatic Control (Machine Tools)
CONT

Computer numerical control (CNC). CNC machines have a minicomputer installed in the control unit ... When the control unit is connected to the machine tool, the interface is completed by programming the computer - not by hard-wiring.

Key term(s)
  • CNC machine tool

French

Domaine(s)
  • Usinage (Métallurgie)
  • Commandes automatiques (Machines-outils)
Key term(s)
  • machine-outil commandée par ordinateur

Spanish

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Record 41 1985-09-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Programs and Courses
  • Education

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de programmes et de cours
  • Pédagogie
OBS

Titre de cours collégial.

Spanish

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Record 42 1985-02-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Programs and Courses
  • School and School-Related Administration
  • Machine-Tooling (Metallurgy)
  • Automatic Control (Machine Tools)
OBS

Numerical control machine programmer: Graduates of this 48-week program are trained in the modern methods of Numerical Control machine tool operation, as well as in the writing and editing of manual part-programs. Practical skills learned include: machine set-up, tool pre-set, tape preparation, cutter diameter and length compensation setting and on-site modification of existing programs.

OBS

Community college program.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de programmes et de cours
  • Administration scolaire et parascolaire
  • Usinage (Métallurgie)
  • Commandes automatiques (Machines-outils)
OBS

Cours collégial.

Spanish

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Record 43 1985-01-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Automatic Control (Machine Tools)
CONT

The type of machine which is nowadays claimed to embody the full potential of the NC machining centre is that which automatically changes the cutting tools from a magazine.

Key term(s)
  • numerical control machining centre
  • numerical control machining center
  • NC machining center
  • numerically controlled machining center

French

Domaine(s)
  • Commandes automatiques (Machines-outils)
OBS

centre d'usinage: (...) machine à commande numérique capable d'effectuer une large diversité d'opérations sur une pièce, avec le minimum de manutentions et de réglages de cette pièce.

Key term(s)
  • centre d'usinage à commande numérique
  • poste d'usinage à commande numérique

Spanish

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Record 44 1984-11-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Accounting

French

Domaine(s)
  • Comptabilité
OBS

(comptabilité 11-4-6)

Spanish

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Record 45 1984-08-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Life Cycle (Informatics)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Cycle de vie (Informatique)
OBS

La commande et la programmation de machines-outils à commande numérique ont fait l'objet de la conception du «Voice Numerical Control» chez Threshold, dont une cinquantaine d'unités auraient été vendues aux États-Unis.

Spanish

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Record 46 1980-04-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Electrical Machining

French

Domaine(s)
  • Électro-usinage

Spanish

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Record 47 1979-08-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Information Processing (Informatics)
  • Management Control
  • Management Operations
OBS

Numerical sequence controls are a useful method of ensuring completeness at any stage of processing: - each transaction is identified with a sequence number at one stage of the processing and all numbers are accounted for at a later stage ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Traitement de l'information (Informatique)
  • Contrôle de gestion
  • Opérations de la gestion

Spanish

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Record 48 1976-06-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Air Transport
  • Flight Controls (Aeroindustry)
  • Telecommunications Facilities

French

Domaine(s)
  • Transport aérien
  • Commandes de vol (Constructions aéronautiques)
  • Installations de télécommunications

Spanish

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Record 49 1976-06-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Social Security and Employment Insurance

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sécurité sociale et assurance-emploi

Spanish

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