Curvature-based tool-path segmentation for feedrate optimization in micromilling

J. Rhett Mayor, Angela A. Sodemann

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Abstract

This paper presents a novel method of curvature-based tool-path segmentation for decreased machining time that overcomes feedrate limitations due to scale effects in micromilling. When accounting for tool size effects in the microscale feedrate optimization process, the limitation on maximum feedrate imposed by required precision is reduced. The extent of the maximum feedrate limitation depends on the sampling rate of the real-time trajectory generation and motion control system. The curvature-based segmentation method is proposed to increase the achievable sampling rate by intelligent selection of the interpolation technique applied to segments along the tool path. In application to a case study, the curvature-based segmentation method is shown to achieve reductions in machining time, thus providing an enhanced methodology for tool-path segmentation and feedrate optimization in high-speed, high-precision micromilling operations.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationTransactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME - Paper Presented at NAMRC 36
Pages285-292
Number of pages8
StatePublished - Sep 29 2008
EventTransactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME - Monterrey, Mexico
Duration: May 20 2008May 23 2008

Publication series

NameTransactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME
Volume36
ISSN (Print)1047-3025

Other

OtherTransactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME
Country/TerritoryMexico
CityMonterrey
Period5/20/085/23/08

Keywords

  • Feedrate optimization
  • Micromachining
  • Path-planning
  • Real time
  • Segmentation

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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