Evaluation of Cutting Error in Five-Axis Free-Form Surface Milling for Table-Tilting Type Machine

Abstract:

Accuracy of machined workpiece is one of the most important considerations for any manufacturer. The present study aims to establish a new algorithm for evaluating the cutting Error in five-axis free-form surface milling for table-tilting type machine. The cutting error evaluating algorithms consider the kinematics of the machine and the tool geometry as well as the local geometries of the machined free-form surface. Based on these algorithms, the present study develops a new error compensation method. Finally, experimental results show that the tool paths generated by the present procedure have better machining efficiency.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 472-475)
• Pages: 2125-2128
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.472-475.2125
• Online since: February 2012
• Authors: Yang Yu, Ping Liu
• Keywords: CAD/CAM, Five-Axis CNC Machining, Freeform Surfaces, Table-Tilting Type Machine

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