Sometimes there are artifacts of a tool's execution that we want to make accessible to downstream components in our chain or agent, but that we don't want to expose to the model itself. For example if a tool returns custom objects like Documents, we may want to pass some view or metadata about this output to the model without passing the raw output to the model. At the same time, we may want to be able to access this full output elsewhere, for example in downstream tools.

A simple strategy is to throw a ToolException from inside the tool and specify an error handler using handle_tool_error.

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If we invoke our tool with a ToolCall (like the ones generated by tool-calling models), we'll get back a ToolMessage that contains both the content and artifact generated by the Tool:

You can define a custom tool by sub-classing from BaseTool. This provides maximal control over the tool definition, but requires writing more code.

LangChain Runnables that accept string or dict input can be converted to tools using the as_tool method, which allows for the specification of names, descriptions, and additional schema information for arguments.

CNC machining is widely used in metal manufacturing, delivering precision metal parts and components for various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, and electronics.

The CNC machining process uses pre-programmed software to direct the movement and operation of machinery, allowing for highly precise and repeatable cutting, drilling, milling, and shaping of metal parts.

By leveraging this technology in the manufacturing process, manufacturers are reducing risks from traditional methods and producing precision sheet metal parts faster and more effectively than ever before.

Creating tools from functions may be sufficient for most use cases, and can be done via a simple @tool decorator. If more configuration is needed-- e.g., specification of both sync and async implementations-- one can also use the StructuredTool.from_function class method.

In this article, we break down how CNC machining accelerates production time and increases efficiency, saving time and money while delivering precise, high-quality parts.

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When the error handler is specified, the exception will be caught and the error handler will decide which output to return from the tool.

@tool can optionally parse Google Style docstrings and associate the docstring components (such as arg descriptions) to the relevant parts of the tool schema. To toggle this behavior, specify parse_docstring:

With CNC machining, precision sheet metal parts are produced faster, more accurately, and reliably than ever. Manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness have improved significantly as a result.

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By using digital computing and CAD/CAM software programs within the machining process, CNC technology provides precision and accuracy that leaves little room for waste.

Not only does this digital technology determine the best tool paths and finishing procedures for each product, it even goes as far as to determine cycle times. CNC simulation programs can also be used to determine the best machining techniques before cutting to reduce material wastage and internal scrap.

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As we mentioned earlier, by leveraging automation, CNC machining can allow a single skilled operator to run several machining centers by leveraging automation.

Whether for low or high-volume production, CNC machining requires much less labor than traditional manual methods – substantially reducing labor costs and expenses.

Manual machining is far more hands-on, requiring a trained worker to operate every machine. This means more hands and higher costs. CNC machining allows you to move faster with fewer operators reducing costs while improving efficiency.

So even if you only provide an sync implementation of a tool, you could still use the ainvoke interface, but there are some important things to know:

As a result, CNC machining offers substantially reduced labor costs and expenses. This doesn’t mean that workers aren’t needed, just that only experienced workers are required to supervise the manufacturing operations.

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The Tool and ToolMessage interfaces make it possible to distinguish between the parts of the tool output meant for the model (this is the ToolMessage.content) and those parts which are meant for use outside the model (ToolMessage.artifact).

Digital technology is transforming how businesses operate across nearly every industry, and manufacturing is no exception.

The most significant difference between CNC and manual machining is the required hands-on time. By leveraging automation, CNC machining can allow a single skilled operator to run several machining centers.

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When constructing an agent, you will need to provide it with a list of Tools that it can use. Besides the actual function that is called, the Tool consists of several components:

One of the ways they are doing this is through the use of Computer numerical control (CNC) machining. This process allows computers to control the movement and operation of machine tools. Reliable and highly efficient, this computer-driven technology enables manufacturers to produce accurate, consistent, and high-quality parts.

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Computer numerical control (CNC) machining refers to the production of metal parts and components using computer-controlled machines.

Unlike traditional manual machine operation, which requires workers to be hands-on, operators of CNC machines get to work from a distance, often behind a guard or even a closed, transparent safety door.

By relying on a computer-controlled system rather than manual effort and capabilities, CNC machining ensures higher productivity levels through automated, scalable manufacturing operations.

Using computers to control the machines increases manufacturing speed and quality by automating the process. By using CNC machines, manufacturers can deliver quick results, which makes it easier to meet high demands.

Please note that only raising a ToolException won't be effective. You need to first set the handle_tool_error of the tool because its default value is False.

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As well as optimizing cutting speed and order of operations, computer programs can also optimize material usage intelligently and efficiently.

You can set handle_tool_error to True, a string value, or a function. If it's a function, the function should take a ToolException as a parameter and return a value.

By default, @tool(parse_docstring=True) will raise ValueError if the docstring does not parse correctly. See API Reference for detail and examples.

With the process completely automated, a CNC machine operator is only required to interact with the machine to enter the operating code and for maintenance which removes the majority of risks associated with working with cutting, drilling, and milling machinery.

If you're using tools with agents, you will likely need an error handling strategy, so the agent can recover from the error and continue execution.

Experience shows that using CNC technology during machining equals high volumes of products produced flawlessly every time. Unlike traditional manufacturing methods, the CNC machining process helps to speed up fabrication to specific standards on a mass scale.

Leveraging the CNC machine’s fastest setting, operators can be much more efficient during the machining process, taking advantage of the CNC machining speed to deliver more rapid, more efficient production.

This @tool decorator is the simplest way to define a custom tool. The decorator uses the function name as the tool name by default, but this can be overridden by passing a string as the first argument. Additionally, the decorator will use the function's docstring as the tool's description - so a docstring MUST be provided.

More than just improving production speed and precision, CNC machines also improve safety, creating a safer environment for workers.

If we want our tool to distinguish between message content and other artifacts, we need to specify response_format="content_and_artifact" when defining our tool and make sure that we return a tuple of (content, artifact):

Machines also don’t require breaks with the ability to run 24/7 and produce consistently precise parts for various industries. The speed of production CNC machining offers, coupled with its accuracy and minimal wastage, is why it’s become the preferred process for fast, efficient, scalable, and low-cost metal parts production.

The StructuredTool.from_function class method provides a bit more configurability than the @tool decorator, without requiring much additional code.

CNC manufacturing allows shops like Pinnacle’s to scale production days easily, scaling from one part to hundreds quickly and seamlessly.