> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.hackerfab.org/home/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.hackerfab.org/home/fab-toolkit/patterning/blu-ray-lithography/lithography-spinner-v1/software.md). # Software ## Introduction The SW needed for this project can be broken down into the following subsections. ### Pattern Capture KLayout OpenROAD ### CAM Translator Computer-Aided Manufacturing software translates a 3D design into G-code instructions that a CNC machine (in this case laser burner) can understand, essentially "slicing" the design into smaller, machinable steps. This SW takes a file with the desired mask (Pattern Capture Output) as an input and translates it into a set of machine instructions. ### Burner Firmware This software runs on the micro-controller that drives all the HW. It is responsible for taking sensor inputs and driving all output motors and lasers. This device also has an interface which can transmit all the data to/from the user. ### Device Driver This software is responsible for general control of the laser burner from the PC side. ### Graphical User Interface This SW is responsible for the user facing interface which gives the user full control of the burner. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.hackerfab.org/home/fab-toolkit/patterning/blu-ray-lithography/lithography-spinner-v1/software.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.