scholarly journals Optimization of Cutting Parameters for Milling Process of (4032) Al-Alloy using Taguchi-Based Grey Relational Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Sami Abbas Hammood
Keyword(s):  
Process Parameters ◽  
Grey Relational Analysis ◽  
End Milling ◽  
Cutting Parameters ◽  
Milling Process ◽  
Spindle Speed ◽  
Al Alloy ◽  
Relational Analysis ◽  
Grey Relational ◽  
End Milling Process

The objective of this work is to study the influence of end milling cutting process parameters, tool material and geometry on multi-response outputs for 4032 Al-alloy. This can be done by proposing an approach that combines Taguchi method with grey relational analysis. Three cutting parameters have been selected (spindle speed, feed rate and cut depth) with three levels for each parameter. Three tools with different materials and geometry have been also used to design the experimental tests and runs based on matrix L9. The end milling process with several output characteristics is solved using a grey relational analysis. The results of analysis of variance (ANOVA) showed that the major influencing parameters on multi-objective response were spindle speed and cutting tool with contribution percentage (52.75%, 24%), respectively. In addition, the optimum combination of end milling process parameters was then validated by performing confirmation tests to determine the improvement in multi-response outputs. The confirmation tests obtained a minimum (surface roughness and micro-hardness) and maximum metal removal rate with grey relational grade of 0.784 and improvement percentage of 2.3%.

Optimization of Cutting Parameters of Multiple Performance Characteristics in End Milling of AlSi/AIN MMC – Taguchi Method and Grey Relational Analysis

2014 ◽  
Vol 68 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
S. H. Tomadi ◽  
J. A. Ghani ◽  
C. H. Che Haron ◽  
M. S. Kasim ◽  
A. R. Daud
Keyword(s):  
Taguchi Method ◽  
Grey Relational Analysis ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
End Milling ◽  
Cutting Speed ◽  
Cutting Parameters ◽  
Performance Characteristics ◽  
Depth Of Cut ◽  
Relational Analysis ◽  
Grey Relational

The main objective of this paper is to investigate and optimize the cutting parameters on multiple performance characteristics in end milling of Aluminium Silicon alloy reinforced with Aluminium Nitride (AlSi/AlN MMC) using Taguchi method and Grey relational analysis (GRA). The fabrication of AlSi/AlN MMC was made via stir casting with various volume fraction of particles reinforcement (10%, 15% and 20%). End milling machining was done under dry cutting condition by using two types of cutting tool (uncoated & PVD TiAlN coated carbide). Eighteen experiments (L18) orthogonal array with five factors (type of tool, cutting speed, feed rate, depth of cut, and volume fraction of particles reinforcement) were implemented. The analysis of optimization using GRA concludes that the better results for the combination of lower surface roughness, longer tool life, lower cutting force and higher material removal could be achieved when using uncoated carbide with cutting speed 240m/min, feed 0.4mm/tooth, depth of cut 0.3mm and 15% volume fraction of AlN particles reinforcement. The study confirmed that with a minimum number of experiments, Taguchi method is capable to design the experiments and optimized the cutting parameters for these performance characteristics using GRA for this newly develop material under investigation.

scholarly journals Multi Performance Optimizationof Shoulder Milling Process Parameters of AA6063 T6 Aluminium Alloy by Taguchi Based GRA

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (10S) ◽  
pp. 420-425
Keyword(s):  
Process Parameters ◽  
Grey Relational Analysis ◽  
Removal Rate ◽  
Analysis Data ◽  
Milling Process ◽  
Depth Of Cut ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Relational Analysis ◽  
Grey Relational Grade ◽  
Grey Relational

In this paper, a grey relational analysis method based on Taguchi is proposed to improve the multi-performance characteristics of VMC shoulder milling process parameters in the processing of AA6063 T6. Taking into account four process parameters such as coolant, depth of cut,speed and feed, there are three level of each process parameter in addition to two levels of coolant. 18 experiments were used by L18 orthogonal array using the taguchi method. Multi-performance features like surface roughness and material removal rate are used. Grey Relational Analysis method is used to obtain the Grey Relational Grade, and the multiperformance characteristics of the process are pointed out. Then, the Taguchi response table method and ANOVA are used to analysis data. In order to ensure the validity of the test results, a confirmation test was conducted. The study also shows that this method can effectively improve the multi-function characteristics of shoulder milling process.In his work microstructure and mechanical properties of AA6063 T6before and after shoulder milling have been investigated.

scholarly journals Optimum combination of process parameters to optimize Surface Roughness and Chip Thickness during End Milling of Aluminium 6351-T6 Alloy Using Taguchi Grey Relational Analysis

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 287
Author(s):  
Reddy Sreenivasulu
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Grey Relational Analysis ◽  
Feed Rate ◽  
End Milling ◽  
Chip Thickness ◽  
Optimum Combination ◽  
Spindle Speed ◽  
Depth Of Cut ◽  
Relational Analysis ◽  
Grey Relational

In any machining operations, quality is the important conflicting objective. In order to give assurance for high productivity, some extent of quality has to be compromised. Similarly productivity will be decreased while the efforts are channelized to enhance quality. In this study,  the experiments were carried out on a CNC vertical machining center (KENT and INDIA Co. Ltd, Taiwan make) to perform 10mm slots on Al 6351-T6 alloy work piece by K10 carbide, four flute end milling cutter as per taguchi design of experiments plan by L9 orthogonal array was choosen to determine experimental trials. Furthermore the spindle speed (rpm), the feed rate (mm/min) and depth of cut (mm) are regulated in these experiments. Surface roughness and chip thickness was measured by a surface analyser of Surf Test-211 series (Mitutoyo) and Digital Micrometer (Mitutoyo) with least count 0.001 mm respectively. Grey relational analysis was employed to minimize surface roughness and chip thickness by setting of optimum combination of machining parameters. Minimum surface roughness and chip thickness obtained with 1000 rpm of spindle speed, 50 mm/min feed rate and 0.7 mm depth of cut respectively. Confirmation experiments showed that Gray relational analysis precisely optimized the drilling parameters in drilling of Al 6351-T6 alloy. 

Multi-response optimization of process parameters in friction stir welded aluminum 6061-T6 alloy using Taguchi grey relational analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nitesh Jain ◽  
Rajesh Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Process Parameters ◽  
Grey Relational Analysis ◽  
Al Alloy ◽  
Weld Quality ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Friction Stir ◽  
Relational Analysis ◽  
Optimization Of Process Parameters ◽  
Response Optimization ◽  
Grey Relational

Purpose Friction stir welding (FSW) is considered an environmentally sound process compared to traditional fusion welding processes. It is a complex process in which various parameters influence weld strength. Therefore, it is essential to identify the best parameter settings for achieving the desired weld quality. This paper aims to investigate the multi-response optimization of process parameters of the FSWed 6061-T6 aluminum (Al) alloy. Design/methodology/approach The input process parameters related to FSW have been sorted out from a detailed literature survey. The properties of weldments such as yield strength, ultimate tensile strength, percentage elongation and microhardness have been used to evaluate weld quality. The process parameters have been optimized using the Taguchi-based grey relational analysis (GRA) methodology. Taguchi L16 orthogonal array has been considered to design the experiments. The effect of input parameters on output responses was also determined by the analysis of variance (ANOVA) method. Finally, to corroborate the results, a confirmatory experiment was carried out using the optimized parameters from the study. Findings The ANOVA result indicates that the tool rotation speed was the most significant parameter followed by tool pin profile and welding speed. From the confirmation test, it was observed that the optimum FSW process parameters predicted by the Taguchi method improved the grey relational grade by 13.52%. The experimental result also revealed that the Taguchi-based GRA method is feasible in finding solutions to multi-response optimization problems in the FSW process. Originality/value The present study is unique in the multi-response optimization of FSWed 6061-T6 Al alloy using the Taguchi and GRA methodology. The weld material having better mechanical properties is essential for the material industry.

Parametric Optimization of CNC End Milling Process on Aluminium 6063 Alloy Using Grey Based Taguchi Method

2017 ◽  
Vol 867 ◽  
pp. 148-156
Author(s):  
Md Ashfaq Hussain ◽  
K.K. Prasad ◽  
Anil S. Jadhav ◽  
Gangadhar Biradar
Keyword(s):  
Taguchi Method ◽  
Grey Relational Analysis ◽  
End Milling ◽  
Removal Rate ◽  
Milling Process ◽  
Depth Of Cut ◽  
Relational Analysis ◽  
Response Optimization ◽  
Grey Relational ◽  
Cnc End Milling

This investigation focused on the multi-response optimization of CNC end milling of Aluminium 6063 Alloy material using Grey relational analysis and Taguchi method. Experiments were designed based on L9 Taguchi Orthogonal array, to arrive at an optimum parameter combination within the experimental domain. The spindle speed (S), feed rate (f) and depth of cut (d) which are known to have considerable effect on the selected responses i.e. surface roughness (Ra) and Material removal rate (MRR) and are considered as control parameters. The single objective optimization using Taguchi method more often results in conflicting requirements on control variables. To overcome this challenge, the Taguchi approach followed by Grey relational analysis was applied to solve this multi response optimization problem. The significance of these factors on overall quality characteristics of the milling process has also been evaluated quantitatively with the Analysis of variance method (ANOVA). Optimal results were verified through confirmation experiments. This shows feasibility of the Grey relation analysis in combination with Taguchi technique for continuous improvement in product quality in manufacturing industry and the suitability of the method to optimize the multi objective problems involved in CNC milling.

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