| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 440236 | Computer-Aided Design | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
By representing the swept envelope of a generic rotary cutter as a sphere-swept surface, our previous work on distance function based tool path optimization is extended to develop the model and algorithm for simultaneous optimization of the tool path and shape for five-axis flank milling. If the tool path is fixed, a novel tool shape optimization method is obtained. If the tool shape is fixed, a tool path optimization method applicable to any rotary cutter is obtained. The approach applies to non-ruled surfaces, and also finds applications in cutter dimension optimization and flank millable surface design. Numerical examples are given to confirm its validity.
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Authors
LiMin Zhu, Han Ding, YouLun Xiong,