From CAD to machining to verification. Multi-axis cutting of curved surfaces, in one flow.
SAKI Motion Path (SMP) is a plug-in for Rhinoceros 8 that connects CAD, CAM and a digital twin. Program CNC machines and robots with the same operations.
SMP runs on Rhinoceros 8, so Rhinoceros 8 is required. The SMP trial version can be used for 30 days.
What it does
CAD
Use your Rhinoceros 8 3D surface data directly as the source for machining.
CAM
Create toolpaths and generate G-code for your machine. A 2.5-axis pocket and simultaneous 6-axis buffing use the same operations.
Digital twin
Verify the machine's motion on the computer before running the real machine.
Supported
- Axes
- 4- and 5-axis dedicated machines, up to 9 axes
- Machines
- Dedicated machines, general-purpose machine tools, robots
- Work
- Milling, buff polishing, adhesive dispensing, painting
- Inspection
- AI inspection with cameras and contact sensors (see the videos). Includes a function to provide CG-generated images for AI training.
- Requirements
- Rhinoceros 8 on Windows 11
Watch the videos
CAD/CAM screens and machine motion, on YouTube.
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6-axis robot: surface camera inspection -
6-axis CNC: buff polishing -
5-axis CNC: machining with ATC and APC
Where it is used
- Eyewear framesSmooth cutting of free-form surfaces in any direction, for mass production of acetate frames.Read more
- Wood and resin productsMachine a part from the best directions in a single setup, for wood, resin and other materials.Read more
- Robot programsProgram robots for polishing, grinding, adhesive dispensing, painting and AI inspection, with the same operations as CNC.Read more
Licensing
SMP is normally licensed monthly, with online updates, license activation and support. An offline perpetual license is available for special cases. We quote according to the features you need and the sample machining involved. See how pricing works.
Tell us what you want to machine
Machine and material not decided yet? Feel free to ask.