scholarly journals Multi-Response Optimization of Face Milling Performance Considering Tool Path Strategies in Machining of Al-2024

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (7) ◽  
pp. 1013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raneen Ali ◽  
Mozammel Mia ◽  
Aqib Khan ◽  
Wenliang Chen ◽  
Munish Gupta ◽  
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It is hypothesized that the orientation of tool maneuvering in the milling process defines the quality of machining. In that respect, here, the influence of different path strategies of the tool in face milling is investigated, and subsequently, the best strategy is identified following systematic optimization. The surface roughness, material removal rate and cutting time are considered as key responses, whereas the cutting speed, feed rate and depth of cut were considered as inputs (quantitative factors) beside the tool path strategy (qualitative factor) for the material Al 2024 with a torus end mill. The experimental plan, i.e., 27 runs were determined by using the Taguchi design approach. In addition, the analysis of variance is conducted to statistically identify the effects of parameters. The optimal values of process parameters have been evaluated based on Taguchi-grey relational analysis, and the reliability of this analysis has been verified with the confirmation test. It was found that the tool path strategy has a significant influence on the end outcomes of face milling. As such, the surface topography respective to different cutter path strategies and the optimal cutting strategy is discussed in detail.

Author(s):  
Durai Kumaran ◽  
S.P. Sundar Singh Sivam ◽  
Harshavardhana Natarajan ◽  
P.R. Shobana Swarna Ratna

In order to take advantage of the machining characteristics of magnesium, it is useful to consider recommended tool design and angles. The geometry of the tool can have a large influence on the machining process. Tool geometry can be used to aid with chip flow and clearance, reduce excessive heat generation, reduce tool build up, enable greater feed rates to be employed and improved tool life. This paper presents a new approach for the optimization of machining parameters on face milling of ZE41 with multiple responses based on orthogonal array with grey relational analysis. Machining tests are carried out by inserting 12 mm diameter of insert having 1 flute under dry condition. In this study, machining parameters namely cutting speed, feed and depth of cut and tool node radius are optimized with the considerations of multi responses such as surface roughness, material removal rate, tool wear and thrust force. A grey relational grade is obtained from the grey analysis. Based on the grey relational grade, optimum levels of parameters have been identified and significant contribution of parameters is determined by ANOVA. Confirmation test is conducted to validate the test result. Experimental results have shown that the responses in Machining process can be improved effectively through the new approach.


2017 ◽  
Vol 867 ◽  
pp. 148-156
Author(s):  
Md Ashfaq Hussain ◽  
K.K. Prasad ◽  
Anil S. Jadhav ◽  
Gangadhar Biradar

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.


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.


Author(s):  
Nhu-Tung Nguyen ◽  
Dung Hoang Tien ◽  
Nguyen Tien Tung ◽  
Nguyen Duc Luan

In this study, the influence of cutting parameters and machining time on the tool wear and surface roughness was investigated in high-speed milling process of Al6061 using face carbide inserts. Taguchi experimental matrix (L9) was chosen to design and conduct the experimental research with three input parameters (feed rate, cutting speed, and axial depth of cut). Tool wear (VB) and surface roughness (Ra) after different machining strokes (after 10, 30, and 50 machining strokes) were selected as the output parameters. In almost cases of high-speed face milling process, the most significant factor that influenced on the tool wear was cutting speed (84.94 % after 10 machining strokes, 52.13 % after 30 machining strokes, and 68.58 % after 50 machining strokes), and the most significant factors that influenced on the surface roughness were depth of cut and feed rate (70.54 % after 10 machining strokes, 43.28 % after 30 machining strokes, and 30.97 % after 50 machining strokes for depth of cut. And 22.01 % after 10 machining strokes, 44.39 % after 30 machining strokes, and 66.58 % after 50 machining strokes for feed rate). Linear regression was the most suitable regression of VB and Ra with the determination coefficients (R2) from 88.00 % to 91.99 % for VB, and from 90.24 % to 96.84 % for Ra. These regression models were successfully verified by comparison between predicted and measured results of VB and Ra. Besides, the relationship of VB, Ra, and different machining strokes was also investigated and evaluated. Tool wear, surface roughness models, and their relationship that were found in this study can be used to improve the surface quality and reduce the tool wear in the high-speed face milling of aluminum alloy Al6061


Metals ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 453 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Dhanalakshmi ◽  
T. Rameshbabu

LM 25 is an aluminum alloy that has numerous applications such as in the manufacturing of automobile components and food industries, and especially in marine and seawater applications, due to its exceptional properties. An exertion has been taken for attaining the best-suited group of machining variables to attain improved and better performance in machining such as increased rate of material removal, lessened roughness values at the machined surface and the total cost incurred during machining. Taguchi’s design methodology has been implemented for devising the experimental combinations and also for single aspects optimization of deemed performance measures. Grey’s theory concept has been adopted for attaining Grey Relational Coefficient values and the values have been further utilized for evolving Grey Relational Grade. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) has been employed to determine the significance of input process variables on the desired performance measures and interaction analysis also has been performed to determine the interaction effect between the selected process variables. As a result of optimization, the optimal combination of cutting parameters in turning LM25 aluminum alloy is cutting speed (A) = 150.79 m/min, feed (B) = 0.15 mm/min, depth of cut (C) = 0.9 mm and cutting fluid flow rate (D) = 75 mL/h. Compared with the initial parameter settings, surface roughness (Ra) decreases by 67.97%, material removal rate (MRR) increases by 88.12% and total machining cost (TMC) decreases by 93.86%. The proposed approach helps the manufacturer to attain better machining performance at an affordable cost.


Author(s):  
Pritam Pain ◽  
Goutam Kumar Bose

The present research work focuses on the selection of significant machining parameters depending on the nature-inspired algorithm while machining alumina-aluminum interpenetrating phase composites during electrochemical grinding. Control parameters like electrolyte concentration (C), voltage (V), depth of cut (D) and electrolyte flow rate (F) have been considered for experimentation. The response data are initially trained and tested by using Artificial Neural Network. The contradictory responses like higher material removal rate (MRR), lower surface roughness (Ra), lower overcut (OC) and lower cutting force (Fc) are ensured individually by employing Firefly Algorithm. A multi-response optimization for all the responses is done initially by using the Genetic algorithm. Finally, in order to obtain a single set of parametric combination for all the output simultaneously fuzzy based Grey Relational Analysis technique is adopted. These natures driven soft computing techniques corroborates well during the parametric optimization of the electrochemical grinding process.


2013 ◽  
Vol 650 ◽  
pp. 606-611 ◽  
Author(s):  
Songsak Luejanda ◽  
Komson Jirapattarasilp

This research was to study the effect of face milling on the surface finish of stainless steel: AISI 304. The experiment was applied on three factors and were consisted of three levels of cutting speed, depth of cut and feed rate. The face milling process was chosen to experiment which used face milling cutter with insert carbide tool. The surface roughness average (Ra) was applied to indicating for surface finish. The experiment results were analyzed by ANOVA. The main factors and factors interaction that affected to surface finish were investigated. Effect of cutting speed, feed rate and depth of cut on surface finish of stainless steel: AISI 304 was discussed.


2014 ◽  
Vol 592-594 ◽  
pp. 584-590 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vinay Varghese ◽  
K. Annamalai ◽  
K. Santhosh Kumar

This study investigates about machining practices used worldwide for machining of Inconel 718 super alloy. The effect of machining parameters like cutting speed, feed and depth of cut on machining responses like surface roughness and material removal rate when end milling Inconel 718 is studied using nine trials carried out based on L9 orthogonal array. A Taguchi based grey relational analysis was used for optimisation of machining parameters for high feed end milling operation on Inconel 718. An analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to find the most significant factor. Validation of results through confirmation tests was performed and experimental results show that surface quality and productivity can be improved efficiently with this approach.


Author(s):  
Neeraj A ◽  
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Sukhdeep S. Dhami ◽  

Nowadays, the realization of a fine surface finish is the main objective of the metal cutting industry during the turning processes.This work consists of an analysis of the work carried out by the researchers in the field of filming process parameters, to Examine the impact of speed, cutting speed (feed), and depth of cut in a computer numeric control machine. This study will provide insight into current trends research in the area of Taguchi, Grey Relational Analysis, Response Surface Method, ANOVA & CNC Turning.


2015 ◽  
Vol 1115 ◽  
pp. 47-50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Riza ◽  
Erry Yulian Triblas Adesta ◽  
M. Yuhan Suprianto

Cutting temperature generated during high speed machining operations has been recognized as major factors influence tool performance and workpiece geometry. This paper aims to model the cutting temperature and to investigate cutting temperature behaviours when contour-in tool path strategy applied in high speed end milling process. The experiments were carried out on CNC vertical machining center by involving PVD coated carbide inserts. Cutting speed, feed rate and depth of cut were set to vary. Results obtained indicate that cutting temperature is high in the initial stage of milling and at the corners region or turning points region. Portion of radial width of cut with workpiece in combination with the abrupt change of the milling path direction occur particularly in acute internal corners of a pocket leads to rise of cutting temperature.


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