PowerMILL
{{Infobox software
| logo =
| screenshot = PowerMILL Generic Logo.jpg
| screenshot size = 160px
| name = PowerMILL (Software)
| developer = Autodesk Inc.
| released = 1995
| latest release version = 2021.1.1
| latest release date = {{Start date and age|2021|04|15}}{{cite web
| url = https://www.knowledge.autodesk.com/support/powermill/learn-explore/caas/CloudHelp/cloudhelp/2021/ENU/PWRM-ReleaseNotes/files/PWRM-ReleaseNotes-2021-security-fixes-html-html.html
| title = PowerMill 2021.1.1 update | PowerMill 2021 | Autodesk Knowledge Network
| website = knowledge.autodesk.com
| access-date = 2021-04-24
}}
| operating system = Microsoft Windows 10{{cite web
| url = https://www.knowledge.autodesk.com/support/powermill/learn-explore/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/System-requirements-for-Autodesk-PowerMill-2021.html
| title = System requirements for Autodesk PowerMill 2021 | PowerMill 2021 | Autodesk Knowledge Network
| website = knowledge.autodesk.com
| access-date = 2021-04-24
}}
| platform = x64
| genre = CAM
| license = Proprietary
| website = {{url|https://www.autodesk.com/products/powermill/overview}}
}}
PowerMill is a 3D CAM software that runs on Microsoft Windows operating system which is used for the programming of toolpaths for 5-axis CNC (Computer Numerical Control) milling machines. PowerMill is developed and sold by Autodesk Inc.{{cite news |last=Dean |first=Al |date=2010-04-13 |title=Delcam PowerMill 2010 |url=http://develop3d.com/reviews/delcam-powermill-2010 |accessdate=2012-10-25 |newspaper=Develop3D}} The software is used in a range of different engineering industries to determine optimal tool paths to reduce time and manufacturing costs as well as reduce tool loads and produce smooth surface finishes.
History
Image:PowerMILL Toolpaths Image.png
The code of PowerMill originates from the software DUCT which was developed in 1973 by Donald Welbourn and Ed Lambourne along with the help of Delta Metal Group, whose funding aided the transfer of the system into industry. DUCT was initially developed with the sponsorship of Control Data in Germany in the form of access to their time-sharing computing resources. The advancement of mini computers from 1982 meant that it became economically viable to design complex 3D shapes using a computer.{{cite web|title=Delcam's History|url=http://www.powermill.com/company/index.asp|accessdate=2012-10-25}}
From 1995 to 1998 DUCT was gradually replaced with a new range of products, which covered the full manufacturing cycle from conceptual design through to manufacture. Delcam's Power Solution range of products that built upon the functionality of the DUCT suite, incorporated the latest user interface technology and offered users many new benefits.{{cite book|last=Delcam Plc.|title=PowerSHAPE * Parasolid - More than the sum of its parts? (White Paper)|year=2009|pages=11|url=ftp://arrow.delcam.com/pdf/powershape/en/PowerSHAPE-Powersolid-White-Paper.pdf}}
Release History
Image:PowerMILL robot interface.jpg
| class="wikitable" | |
| Release Version | Date |
|---|---|
| PowerMILL 1.0 | 1992 |
| PowerMILL 2.0 | 1995 |
| PowerMILL 3.0 | 2000 |
| PowerMILL 4.0 | 2002 |
| PowerMILL 5.0 | 2003 |
| PowerMILL 6.0 | 2005 |
| PowerMILL 7.0 | 2006 |
| PowerMILL 8.0 | 2007 |
| PowerMILL 9.0 | 2008 |
| PowerMILL 10.0 | 2009 |
| PowerMILL 2010 | 15/03/2010 |
| PowerMILL 2011 | 22/11/2010 |
| PowerMILL 2012 (R1) | 01/09/2011 |
| PowerMILL 2012 (R2) | 19/03/2012 |
| PowerMILL 2013 | 02/01/2013 |
| PowerMILL 2014 (R1) | 06/09/2013 |
| PowerMILL 2014 (R2) | 20/02/2014 |
| PowerMILL 2015 (R1) | 25/06/2014 |
| PowerMILL 2015 (R2) | 02/01/2015 |
| PowerMILL 2016 (R1) | 16/07/2015 |
| PowerMill 2017 | 2016 |
| PowerMill 2018 | 2017 |
| Autodesk PowerMill Ultimate 2022
|2021 | |
| Autodesk PowerMill Ultimate 2023
|2022 | |
| Autodesk PowerMill Ultimate 2024
|2023 |
Ad-ons
PowerMILL Pro includes PS-Exchange a CAD data translator for all neutral import and export (IGES and VDA and STEP)
PowerMILL 3+2 Machining where a 3 axis milling program is executed with the cutting tool locked in a tilted position
PowerMILL 4&5 axis machining for 4 and 5 axis machines
PowerMILL Rotary Axis for machines using a rotary axis
PowerMILL Training Seat/IGES Viewer
PowerMILL Port Machining for the machining of tubular apertures
PowerMILL Blade, Blisk & Impeller Machining
PowerMILL Robot Interface for programming of robotic arms