Glossary 
 
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Frame 
A frame is an arithmetic rule that transforms one Cartesian coordinate system into another 
Cartesian coordinate system. A frame contains the following components: → work offset, 
→ rotation, → scaling, → mirroring. 
Geometry 
Description of a → workpiece in the → workpiece coordinate system. 
Geometry axis 
Geometry axes are used to describe a 2- or 3-dimensional area in the workpiece coordinate 
system. 
Ground 
Ground is taken as the total of all linked inactive parts of a device which will not become live 
with a dangerous contact voltage even in the event of a malfunction. 
Helical interpolation 
The helical interpolation function is ideal for machining internal and external threads using 
form milling cutters and for milling lubrication grooves. 
The helix comprises two movements: 
•  Circular movement in one plane 
•  A linear movement perpendicular to this plane 
High-level CNC language 
The high-level language offers: → user-defined variables, → system variables, → macro 
techniques. 
High-speed digital inputs/outputs 
The digital inputs can be used for example to start fast CNC program routines (interrupt 
routines). The digital CNC outputs can be used to trigger fast, program-controlled switching 
functions (SINUMERIK 840D). 
HIGHSTEP 
Summary of programming options for → PLCs of the AS300/AS400 system. 
Identifier 
In accordance with DIN 66025, words are supplemented using identifiers (names) for 
variables (arithmetic variables, system variables, user variables), subroutines, key words, 
and words with multiple address letters. These supplements have the same meaning as the