Optimisation of tool path for wood machining on CNC machines

Author(s):  
A Petrovic ◽  
L Lukic ◽  
S Ivanovic ◽  
A Pavlovic

Peripheral pocket or contour milling in wood machining, using flat end milling tool, can be performed with different tool paths. Technology designers of multi axis CNC wood machining use their experience and intuition to choose some of the options offered by CAM systems that determine the final shape of tool path, thus the generated tool path largely depend on individual judgment. Minimum cutting force, maximum dynamic stability of the process and minimum tool wear are achieved, or some other technological requirements are met, by using optimal tool path. Tool path optimisation is based on analysis of possible tool paths and determination of cutting parameters which are dependable of chosen tool path and are affecting the main wood processing factors. Axial and radial depth of cut, engagement angle, feed and feed rate profile are identified as key parameters dependable of tool path, and their values and variations along the tool path influence the cutting speed, tool wear and cutting force. Knowledge of values and changes of those key machining parameters along the tool path is necessary for simulation and monitoring of the main cutting factors during the wood machining process. NC code transformation methodology and generation of tool path parameters necessary for calculating all elements needed for tool movement simulation from given NC programs are shown. Blank and tool mathematical description are used with tool movement information for simulation of wood machining process. Simulation of cutting parameters and their variation along the tool path, presented in this paper, can be used as bases for development of methodology for choosing the most adequate tool path for wood machining of given contour considering minimum cutting force and cutting force variation, minimum tool wear, maximum productivity or some other criteria.

Author(s):  
Vahid Pourmostaghimi ◽  
Mohammad Zadshakoyan

Determination of optimum cutting parameters is one of the most essential tasks in process planning of metal parts. However, to achieve the optimal machining performance, the cutting parameters have to be regulated in real time. Therefore, utilizing an intelligent-based control system, which can adjust the machining parameters in accordance with optimal criteria, is inevitable. This article presents an intelligent adaptive control with optimization methodology to optimize material removal rate and machining cost subjected to surface quality constraint in finish turning of hardened AISI D2 considering the real condition of the cutting tool. Wavelet packet transform of cutting tool vibration signals is applied to estimate tool wear. Artificial intelligence techniques (artificial neural networks, genetic programming and particle swarm optimization) are used for modeling of surface roughness and tool wear and optimization of machining process during hard turning. Confirmatory experiments indicated that the efficiency of the proposed adaptive control with optimization methodology is 25.6% higher compared to the traditional computer numerical control turning systems.


2011 ◽  
Vol 189-193 ◽  
pp. 3142-3147 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dong Qiang Gao ◽  
Zhong Yan Li ◽  
Zhi Yun Mao

A model of stress and temperature field is established on nickel-based alloy cutting by finite element modeling and dynamic numerical simulating, and then combining high-speed machining test and orthogonality analysis method, the influence law of cutting parameters on the cutting force and tool wear has been researched, and the tool life and cutting force prediction model based on cutting parameters has been obtained. Finally, by genetic algorithm method cutting parameters are selected reasonably and optimized. The result shows that the bonding wear is main tool wear, and the influence of cutting speed on cutting force is smaller than feed per tooth and axial depth of cut.


This project was done to learn the effects of cutting parameters on cutting force and roughness (surface roughnes) of AZ31 magnesium (Mg) alloy. Machining parameters involved in this project are cutting speed, feed rate, and lubrication methods. Deckel Maho DMU 50 eVolution high speed milling machine was using and uncoated carbide button insert was used as the cutting tool. Cutting force was measured during the milling process and roughness was measured after that and cleaning process to ensure no interference that would conflicted the results. The best machining parameters identified when feed rate at 0.05 mm per tooth, cutting speed are at 600 m per min, and minimum quantity lubrication was applied during the machining process. From analysis of variance (ANOVA) table generated by Minitab software, this project can conclude that feed rate, cutting speed, and lubrication methods are significant to cutting force and roughness when machining AZ31 Mg Alloy Therefore, the relationship of surface roughness and cutting force should be taken as a major key point in machining processes. In the automotive field, magnesium was used to fabricate an engine that place at front body due to reduce the weight of vehicle. This design can increase performance and balancing of weight [1].


2020 ◽  
Vol 402 ◽  
pp. 81-89
Author(s):  
Laxman B. Abhang ◽  
Mohd Iqbal ◽  
M. Hameedullah

A multi-response optimization is a popular tool in many economic, managerial, constructional, manufacturing, process design, product design technologies, machinery and system, devices, process parameters etc. This research paper demonstrates the application of a simple multi-objective optimization on the basis of ratio analysis (MOORA) method to solve the multi-criteria (objective) optimization problem in the machining process. In this paper, the chip-tool interface temperature, main cutting force, and tool wear rate were investigated in various machining conditions in turning operations. Various machining parameters, such as the cutting speed, feed rate, and depth of cut and effective tool inserts nose radius, were considered. Composite factorial design (24+8) was used for experimentation. Multiple response values were obtained using actual experimentation. By using these experiments, two different methods were proposed. Machining parameters were optimized by minimizing chip-tool interface temperatures, tool wear rate, and main cutting force during machining of alloy steel. The results obtained using the MOORA method almost agree with the grey relational analysis method which shows the authenticate applicability, potentiality, and flexibility of MOORA method for solving various complex decision-making problems in present-day manufacturing industries.


Author(s):  
Yukui Cai ◽  
Zhanqiang Liu ◽  
Zhenyu Shi ◽  
Qinghua Song ◽  
Yi Wan

Cutting tool path has significant effects on the performance of micro nozzles manufactured by micro machining. Different tool paths induced different directions of surface roughness. As for it, the manufacturers need to obtain optimal cutting tool path and cutting parameters. In this article, optimum machining parameters for the fabrication of micro Laval nozzle with two different end milling tool paths are presented. First, surface roughness models for different types of cutting tool paths are proposed. A case of machined nozzle surface is then given to verify the applicability of the developed roughness model. Second, theoretical profile geometries for the Laval nozzle to be manufactured are designed. Third, the influences of surface roughness on the nozzle performance parameters including total pressure, average outlet velocity and thrust are investigated through computational fluid dynamic analysis. Simulated performance parameters are contrasted with their theoretical values. It is found that for different tool paths, the nozzle of axial tool path has larger total pressure and average outlet velocity than that of circular tool path. Moreover, with surface roughness increasing, thrust decreases obviously when surface roughness Rz is larger than 4.8 μm. Micro end milling experiments based on axial tool path are then performed, and the optimum cutting parameters are obtained. Finally, a nozzle was manufactured with the axial tool path as well as the optimized cutting parameters.


Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Moises Batista Ponce ◽  
Juan Manuel Vazquez-Martinez ◽  
Joao Paulo Davim ◽  
Jorge Salguero Gomez

Titanium alloys are widely used in important manufacturing sectors such as the aerospace industry, internal components of motor or biomechanical components, for the development of functional prostheses. The relationship between mechanical properties and weight and its excellent biocompatibility have positioned this material among the most demanded for specific applications. However, it is necessary to consider the low machinability as a disadvantage in the titanium alloys features. This fact is especially due to the low thermal conductivity, producing significant increases in the temperature of the contact area during the machining process. In this aspect, one of the main objectives of strategic industries is focused on the improvement of the efficiency and the increase of the service life of the elements involved in the machining of this alloy. With the aim to understand the most relevant effects in the machinability of the Ti6Al4V alloy, an analysis is required of different variables of the machining process like tool wear evolution, based on secondary adhesion mechanisms, and the relation between surface roughness of the work-pieces with the cutting parameters. In this research work, a study on the machinability of Ti6Al4V titanium alloy has been performed. For that purpose, in a horizontal turning process, the influence of cutting tool wear effects has been evaluated on the surface finish of the machined element. As a result, parametric behavior models for average roughness (Ra) have been determined as a function of the machining parameters used.


2010 ◽  
Vol 154-155 ◽  
pp. 310-313
Author(s):  
Xue Feng Bi ◽  
Jin Sheng Wang ◽  
Jia Shun Shi ◽  
Ya Dong Gong

Micromold manufacturing technology is very important for the mass production of micro parts. In this paper, modeling of micromold is established in 3D software firstly. The 3D modeling is input into machining simulation software Master CAM to simulate machining process. The machining parameters and cutting tool path are optimized in machining simulation. Machining G code of micromold obtained from post-process program of Master CAM is input into HMI system of Micro Machine Tool (MMT), and hence the micromold will be machined precisely in MMT.


2018 ◽  
Vol 783 ◽  
pp. 148-153
Author(s):  
Muhammad Sajjad ◽  
Jithin Ambarayil Joy ◽  
Dong Won Jung

Incremental sheet metal forming, is a non-conventional machining process which offers higher formability, flexibility and low cost of production than the traditional conventional forming process. Punch or tool used in this forming process consecutively forces the sheet to deform locally and ultimately gives the target profile. Various machining parameters, such as type of tool, tool path, tool size, feed rate and mechanical properties of sheet metal, like strength co-efficient, strain hardening index and ultimate tensile strength, effects the forming process and the formability of final product. In this research paper, Single Point Incremental Forming was simulated using Dassault system’s Abaqus 6.12-1 and results are obtained. Results of sheet profile and there change in thickness is investigated. For this paper, we simulated the process in abaqus. The tool diameter and rotational speed is find out for the production of parts through incremental forming. The simulation is done for two type of material with different mechanical properties. Various research papers were used to understand the process of incremental forming and its simulation.


2013 ◽  
Vol 395-396 ◽  
pp. 1008-1014
Author(s):  
Yu Li ◽  
Chao Sun

Chatter has been a problem in CNC machining process especially during machining thin-walled components with low stiffness. For accurately predicting chatter stability in machining Ti6Al4V thin-walled components, this paper establishes a chatter prediction method considering of cutting parameters and tool path. The fast chatter prediction method for thin-walled components is based on physical simulation software. Cutting parameters and tool path is achieved through the chatter stability lobes test and finite element simulation. Machining process is simulated by the physical simulation software using generated NC code. This proposed method transforms the NC physical simulation toward the practical methodology for the stability prediction over the multi-pocket structure milling.


2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (4.5) ◽  
pp. 542
Author(s):  
Harshalkumar R. Mundane ◽  
Dr. A. V. Kale ◽  
Dr. J. P. Giri

EDM (Spark erosion) is non-conventional machining process which uses as removing unwanted material by electrical spark erosion. EDM Machining parameters affecting to the performance and the industries goal is to produce high quality of product with less time consuming and cost. To achieve these goals, optimizing the machining parameters such as pulse on time, pulse off time, cutting speed, depth of cut, duty cycle, arc gap, voltage etc. The performance measure of EDM is calculated on the basis of Material Remove Rate(MRR), Tool Wear Rate(TWR), and Surface Roughness(SR).The main objective of present work is to investigate of the influence of input EDM (Electro Discharge Machining) parameters on machining characteristics like surface roughness and the effects of various EDM process parameters such as pulse on time, pulse off time, servo voltage, peak current, dielectric flow rate, on different process response parameters such as material removal rate (MRR), surface roughness (Ra), Kerf (width of Cut), tool wear ratio(TWR)and surface integrity factors. In this paper few selected research paper related to Die-sinker EDM with effect of MRR, TWR, surface roughness (SR) and work piece material have been discussed.   


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