Feature recognition & tool path generation for 5 axis step-nc machining of free form / irregular contoured surfaces

Arivazhagan Anbalagan*

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Abstract

This research paper presents a five step algorithm to generate tool paths for machining Free form / Irregular Contoured Surface(s) (FICS) by adopting STEP-NC (AP-238) format. In the first step, a parametrized CAD model with FICS is created or imported in UG-NX6.0 CAD package. The second step recognizes the features and calculates a Closeness Index (CI) by comparing them with the B-Splines / Bezier surfaces. The third step utilizes the CI and extracts the necessary data to formulate the blending functions for identified features. In the fourth step Z-level 5 axis tool paths are generated by adopting flat and ball end mill cutters. Finally, in the fifth step, tool paths are integrated with STEP-NC format and validated. All these steps are discussed and explained through a validated industrial component.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAnnals of DAAAM and Proceedings of the International DAAAM Symposium
PublisherDanube Adria Association for Automation and Manufacturing, DAAAM
Pages1235-1236
Number of pages2
ISBN (Print)9783901509735
Publication statusPublished - 2010
EventAnnals of DAAAM for 2010 and 21st International DAAAM Symposium "Intelligent Manufacturing and Automation: Focus on Interdisciplinary Solutions" - Zadar, Croatia
Duration: 20 Oct 201023 Oct 2010

Conference

ConferenceAnnals of DAAAM for 2010 and 21st International DAAAM Symposium "Intelligent Manufacturing and Automation: Focus on Interdisciplinary Solutions"
Country/TerritoryCroatia
CityZadar
Period20/10/201023/10/2010

Keywords

  • Machining
  • STEP-NC format
  • Tool Paths

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Science Applications
  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

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