Chris Emery

Cofounder, CloudNC

Search every verified Chris Emery interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Chris Emery, co-founder and chief scientist at CloudNC, recently discussed the challenges of applying artificial intelligence to CNC machining in a video published on April 15, 2025. He explained that computers struggle with CAM programming because they cannot make intuitive judgments about tools, strategies, or parameters, unlike human machinists. Emery described how CloudNC's CAM Assist solution addresses this by simplifying the problem into manageable components, such as roughing and finishing, while using AI techniques and accelerated computing to generate practical machining strategies. He highlighted a recent upgrade called "nextgen roughing," which he said improves tool selection, machining directions, and overall efficiency, producing outputs that are "a lot more human." Emery also emphasized that CAM Assist is an evolving product, noting that over the past year the company has added features such as 3+2 machining, nextgen roughing, and improved cutting parameters. He contrasted CloudNC's approach with feature-based CAM automation, which he said relies on predefined solutions for simple features and requires tedious configuration, limiting its applicability. Emery concluded by expressing enthusiasm for future developments and directed viewers to CloudNC's website for more information.