Papers by Keyword: Interference Check

Abstract: For the interference problem between 3D dimension and solid model caused by model rotation, a self-adaptive algorithm was proposed in this paper. Firstly, three types of dimension interference in 3D model were analyzed. Secondly, the work flow of self-adaptive algorithm was investigated and the key technologies such as interference check, normal adjustment were described in detail. By adjusting the normal of each interfered 3D dimension to non-interference state, the interference problem in this paper can be solved. All the algorithms were realized in a dynamically module based on CAXASOLID. Case study showed that the strategies present are feasible. Finally, the trends and expectation of 3D dimension layout was summarized.

Abstract: An impeller is the core of aviation engine components, the processing quality have a decisive impact on the performance of the engine. An impeller is one of most important basic components of centrifugal compressor. However, it is very difficult to machine and model because of the twisted blades. For such geometric complexity, it is the general practice to adopt five-axis machining. Based on the actual engineering data, pro/Engineer software is applied to produce three-dimensional geometric model of the integrated impeller, some general principles followed by machining and modeling the impeller are brought forward. Furthermore, analysis and research were made for tool path of the integrated impeller machining. NC program is exported successfully to DEMAGE five-axis machine from PowerMill software where machining verification as a centrifugal impeller example was carried on. The results of verification show that the machining methodology and procedure adopted are successful.

Abstract: An impeller is the core of aviation engine components, the processing quality has a decisive impact on the performance of the engine. An impeller is also one of the most important basic components of centrifugal compressor. When a three-axis CNC machining centre is used for producing an impeller, great difficulties, i.e. collisions between the cutting tool and the impeller, can occur. As the surface is normally twisted in design to achieve the required performance, it can cause overcut and collision problems during machining. To solve these problems, an integrated five-axis machining approach for a centrifugal impeller by combining related machining technologies is developed. As a result, Cutter Location data based on the geometry model of blade and hub of the impeller are generated. Finally, the Cutter Location data is verified through software simulation. The results prove that the machining methodology adopted is useful and efficient.

Abstract: Cutter trace calculation and interference checking play a dominant role in the NC machining of complex surface. In this paper the conceptions of the final movement and the orientation-distance have been proposed. It is proved that the two points with minimal orientation-distance on a pair of smooth surfaces are conjugate points. Thus the conjugate problem between the two surfaces is converted into optimization process of orientation-distance function. Combining minimal orientation-distance principle with five-point optimization method, the minimal orientation-distance algorithm has been proposed to calculate the cutter trace. The cutter trace and the cutter interference are achieved respectively by local and global optimization of the orientation-distance function based on the minimal orientation-distance algorithm and GA. The validity of this new algorithm is also proved by helicoids NC machining.

Abstract: This paper taken the flat-end tool and machined surface as a pair of mutually conjugate space contact tooth envelope surface and used the Frenet frame of differential geometry to describe the NC machining tool path in five-axis CNC machining of mold surface with flat-end tool. Thus the geometric model in five-axis CNC machining of mold surface with flat-end tool was established.