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Rangarajan, A., and Dornfeld, D. (2004), “Efficient Tool Paths and Part Orientation for Face Milling,” CIRP Annals, 53, 1, pp. 73-76.

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ABSTRACT:
High speed machining is pushing the limits of feeds and speeds. A different approach for high throughput is described here. The focus is on the maximum feed that can be obtained for a segment; the feed rate losses due to sharp changes in tool path are minimized. The interdependency of individual axis drive speeds for a tool path segment are analyzed. There exists an optimum work angle relative to the axes that reduces losses and increases allowable feeds for particular segments, saving valuable cycle time and balancing feed drive loads. Face milling and roughing steps of end milling are the most attractive application areas.

SUGGESTED CITATION:
Arvind Rangarajan and David Dornfeld, "Efficient Tool Paths and Part Orientation for Face Milling " (January 1, 2004). Laboratory for Manufacturing and Sustainability. Consortium on Deburring and Edge Finishing. Paper rangarajan_04_2.
http://repositories.cdlib.org/lma/codef/rangarajan_04_2