Modelling of the chip formation process

Type of course:

Digital learning, Lesson

Language:

Duration:

11 minutes

Workload:

2 hours

Proficiency:

Beginner

Target:

Students

SUMMARY

The nugget describes the need of modelling of the chip formation process in machining or cutting processes. Although significant advances have been made in the knowledge of cutting processes, as very complex mechanical, thermal, and chemical phenomena occur, many issues still remain not well understood: tool-life, surface finish, subsurface integrity, chip-form/chip breakability, burr formation, part accuracy, etc. For this reason, alternative approaches to empirical or experimental ones such as modelling are required.