Tool path strategy and cutting process monitoring in intelligent machining
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DOI: 10.1007/s11465-018-0469-y
Abstract: Intelligent machining is a current focus in advanced manufacturing technology, and is characterized by high accuracy and efficiency. A central technology of intelligent machining—the cutting process online monitoring and optimization—is urgently needed for mass production.… read more here.
Keywords: tool path; intelligent machining; cutting process; process online ... See more keywords
General Model of Tool Path Problem for the CNC Sheet Cutting Machines
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ifacol.2019.11.609
Abstract: Abstract The formalization of the tool path problem for the CNC sheet metal/material cutting equipment is considered. General model of tool path problem for laser/plasma/gas/water-jet machines is offered. Model uses the term “the basic cutting… read more here.
Keywords: tool path; model; path problem; problem ... See more keywords
A smooth tool path generation method for ultraprecision turning discontinuous multi-freeform-surfaces with high machining efficiency
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmatprotec.2021.117280
Abstract: Abstract The typical tool path of turning freeform surfaces is spiral. Usually, this kind of tool path only can deal with continuous surfaces within a circular area. If the designed surfaces are not continuous, the… read more here.
Keywords: method; freeform surfaces; path; smooth tool ... See more keywords
Smart tool path generation for 5-axis ball-end milling of sculptured surfaces using process models
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DOI: 10.1016/j.rcim.2018.10.002
Abstract: Abstract Efficient 5-axis milling of free form surfaces required smart parameter selection and tool path generation approaches. Current computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technology offers limited flexibility and assistance for such purposes, where purely geometrical issues are… read more here.
Keywords: process; path; smart tool; tool path ... See more keywords
Region based five-axis tool path generation for freeform surface machining via image representation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.rcim.2018.12.006
Abstract: Abstract This paper inaugurates a brand new five-axis tool path generation method for freeform surface machining, which is solely based on digital image processing. By utilizing image representation, a freeform surface can be digitized into… read more here.
Keywords: representation; region; surface; image ... See more keywords
The optimal feedrate planning on five-axis parametric tool path with geometric and kinematic constraints for CNC machine tools
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DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2016.1254357
Abstract: The optimal feedrate planning on five-axis parametric tool path with multi-constraints remains challenging due to the variable curvature of tool path curves and the nonlinear relationships between the Cartesian space and joint space. The methods… read more here.
Keywords: planning; feedrate; tool; parametric tool ... See more keywords
Contour parallel tool path planning based on conformal parameterisation utilising mapping stretch factors
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DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2018.1456699
Abstract: Parameterisation-based methods for planning tool paths on mesh surfaces have been developing for years. The issue of existing mapping deformation which results in machining error has not been sufficiently addressed. And it still needs particular… read more here.
Keywords: stretch factors; tool path; conformal parameterisation; path ... See more keywords
Tool path generation for five-axis machining of blisks with barrel cutters
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DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2018.1470344
Abstract: A barrel cutter has a cutting segment with a large radius on its profile, and this arc segment allows the cutter to tilt away from the part surface, avoiding the collisions of the tool with… read more here.
Keywords: barrel cutters; path generation; barrel; five axis ... See more keywords
Uniform Coverage Tool Path Generation for Robotic Surface Finishing of Curved Surfaces
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2022.3152695
Abstract: We provide a novel solution to the problem of robot tool path generation to uniformly cover the surface area of a curved surface with varying curvatures by using a circular, flat finishing tool. We first… read more here.
Keywords: tool; surface; tool path; surface finishing ... See more keywords
Five-Axis Tool Path Generation of Injection Mold Represented by T-Spline Surface
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DOI: 10.1155/2020/2075434
Abstract: Injection molding is widely used in industries to produce polymeric products. At present, compound NURBS surfaces are commonly used to represent freeform surfaces in mold models. This work uses T-spline surface with extraordinary control points… read more here.
Keywords: tool path; spline surface; injection;
Deterministic polishing of freeform optical surface by iterative intersection tool path in an off-axial three-mirror anastigmat imaging system
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DOI: 10.1177/0954405416656909
Abstract: Deterministic polishing as the final step of freeform surface machining can acquire preferable form accuracy. In this article, a deterministic polishing model based on iterative intersection tool path is presented to meet the requirement of… read more here.
Keywords: surface; freeform optical; tool path; intersection tool ... See more keywords