Method for minimizing the appearance of undesirable tool marks during cnc operations

Abstract

A method for preparing tool paths for use in a computer numerically controlled machine whereby the appearance of undesirable horizontal tool marks are minimized, comprised of identifying a surface texture and resolving the surface texture into at least one contour and identifying an underlying relief. A tool path is then prepared which is suitable for use in a computer numerically controlled machine wherein the tool path moves in accordance with the at least one contour of the identified surface texture while simultaneously carving the underlying relief.

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         9 . A decorative wall panel comprised of a plurality of panel strips with wherein each panel strip contains at least one groove, a plurality of splines wherein each spline is operable for being recessed in at least one of the grooves, and wherein each of the plurality of panel strips have a underlying relief carved into the panel strip surface with a surface texture which resulted from the tool marks of a computer controlled cutting tool. 
     
     
         10 . The invention of  claim 9  wherein the spline is constructed from a material selected from the group consisting of steel, aluminum, and brass. 
     
     
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