 | Groove |
Represents a groove operation in the woodwork automation system.
A groove operation creates narrow channels or grooves in the workpiece surface using a saw blade or grooving tool.
Groove operations enable precise decorative and functional surface features with configurable tool overlap
and multiple trajectory passes for achieving exact groove geometry and surface quality in woodwork manufacturing processes.
Namespace: Woodwork.Automation
Assembly: WoodworkAutomation (in WoodworkAutomation.dll) Version: 10.1.0+426df26b1ad7b7c97e1fbd6e0980a0fe847fc820
SyntaxThe GrooveOperation type exposes the following members.
Properties| Name | Description | |
|---|---|---|
 | CuttingParameters |
Returns the CuttingParameters that define the motion speeds and feedrates for the operation.
Cutting parameters govern spindle rotation speed (rpm) and tool movement rates across all phases of tool engagement
including cutting, landing, lead-in/out, and withdrawal movements.
(Inherited from Operation) |
| Name |
Gets the user-displayable name of the operation.
(Inherited from Operation) |
| OperatingToolData |
Returns the OperatingToolData that specifies the spatial orientation and tool alignment for the operation.
Operating tool data establishes the tool's three-dimensional direction vector and rotational angles required for
proper tool positioning relative to the workpiece during cutting.
(Inherited from Operation) |
| OperationType |
Gets the operation type as defined by OperationTypeEnum.
The operation type determines the manufacturing method and tool path strategy used during execution.
(Inherited from Operation) |
| OrderNumber |
Gets the sequence number indicating the execution order of the operation.
Lower sequence numbers execute before higher sequence numbers in the manufacturing workflow.
(Inherited from Operation) |
| Side |
Returns the Side object that defines the workpiece face and coordinate system where the operation is performed.
The side provides positional and orientation information necessary for spatial operation placement and execution.
(Inherited from Operation) |
| Spindle |
Returns the Spindle object that provides the tool and rotational characteristics for the operation.
The spindle defines which tool is mounted and the spindle's rotation properties required for tool engagement.
(Inherited from Operation) |
| ToolOverlap | Gets the tool overlap value defining how much the grooving tool overlaps on successive passes. Tool overlap ensures complete material removal and smooth groove walls by controlling cutting passes. |
| Trajectories | Returns the collection of GrooveTrajectory objects associated with the groove operation. Each trajectory represents a distinct grooving pass including lead-in, groove cutting, and lead-out sequences. Multiple trajectories enable complex groove creation with optional cleaning passes and variable depths. |
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