MGEP 6 – Milling process planning – Cutting forces, temperatures and productivity

Type of course:

Digital learning, Lesson

Language:

Duration:

0 hours, 20 minutes

Proficiency:

Beginner

Target:

Pupils, Students, Professionals

SUMMARY

Milling productivity is largely affected by the cutting forces and temperatures generated during the process. Proper selection of cutting conditions is essential to manage these factors. Excessive cutting forces can cause tool breakage, wear, and chatter, while high temperatures may lead to built-up edge (BUE), chemical reactions, and tool wear. Balancing forces and temperatures ensures stable and efficient milling operations.

About The Authors

The authors Pedro Arrazola, Harry Otalora and Gorka Ortiz de Zarate have extensive knowledge on process planning, with more than 15 years of experience. In addition, they have worked closely with industry in Spain (Fagor Ederlan, Zubiola etc.), Germany, etc. to assist them in process planning issues, including thesis of the research group that have been developed in this topic.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this lesson, the learner will detect the factors affecting cutting forces and temperatures in milling operations.
By the end of this lesson, the learner will interpretate the effects of cutting forces on tool and workpiece deformation, and understand how these forces contribute to form errors.