A contour-parallel offset （CPO） tool-path linking algorithm is derived without toolretractions and with the largest practicability. The concept of ＂tool-path loop tree＂ （TPL-tree） providing the information on th...A contour-parallel offset （CPO） tool-path linking algorithm is derived without toolretractions and with the largest practicability. The concept of ＂tool-path loop tree＂ （TPL-tree） providing the information on the parent/child relationships among the tool-path loops （TPLs） is presented. The direction, tool-path loop, leaf/branch, layer number, and the corresponding points of the TPL-tree are introduced. By defining TPL as a vector, and by traveling throughout the tree, a CPO tool-path without tool-retractions can be derived.展开更多
In tool-path generation process for 5-axis face milling,the specification of cutter posture is one of the critical issues that contribute to the computation load. In this paper,a quick algorithm is presented to specif...In tool-path generation process for 5-axis face milling,the specification of cutter posture is one of the critical issues that contribute to the computation load. In this paper,a quick algorithm is presented to specify the cutter posture at a surface point based on the cutter’s accessibility maps (A-maps) at all the sampled points,obtained during cutter selection. Integrated with this quick algorithm,an efficient approach is proposed to generate a set of iso-planar tool-paths for finishing a given surface withmaximum machining efficiency without violating the desirable profile and scallop height tolerance. One example is given to confirm the validity of the quick algorithm for cutter posture and the efficiency of the algorithm for tool-path generation.展开更多
In CNC machining, two essential components decide the accuracy and machining time for a sculptured surface: one is the step-size interval, the other is the tool-path interval. Due to the limitation of the conventional...In CNC machining, two essential components decide the accuracy and machining time for a sculptured surface: one is the step-size interval, the other is the tool-path interval. Due to the limitation of the conventional method for calculating the tool-path interval, it cannot satisfy the machining requirement for high-speed and high-resolution machining. Accordingly, for high-speed and high-resolution machining, the current study proposes a new tool-path interval algorithm, plus a variable step-size algorithm for NURBS. Furthermore, a new type cutter, which can improve the cutting efficiency, is investigated in the paper. The transversal equation of the torus cutter onto the flat plan is given in this paper. The tool-path interval is calculated with the transversal equation and the proposed algorithm. The illustrated example shows that the redundant tool paths can be reduced because an accurate tool-path interval could be calculated.展开更多
An approach is presented to generate rough interference-free tool-paths directly from massive unorganized data in rough machining that is performed by machining volumes of material in a slice-by-slice manner. Unorgani...An approach is presented to generate rough interference-free tool-paths directly from massive unorganized data in rough machining that is performed by machining volumes of material in a slice-by-slice manner. Unorganized point-cloud is firstly converted to cross-section data. Then a robust data-structure named tool-path net is constructed to save tool-path data. Optimal algorithms for partitioning sub-cut-areas and computing interference-free cutter-locations are put forward. Finally the tool-paths are linked in a zigzag milling mode, which can be transformed into a traveling sales man problem. The experiment indicates optimal tool paths can be acquired, and high computation efficiency can be obtained and interference can be avoided successfully.展开更多
文摘A contour-parallel offset （CPO） tool-path linking algorithm is derived without toolretractions and with the largest practicability. The concept of ＂tool-path loop tree＂ （TPL-tree） providing the information on the parent/child relationships among the tool-path loops （TPLs） is presented. The direction, tool-path loop, leaf/branch, layer number, and the corresponding points of the TPL-tree are introduced. By defining TPL as a vector, and by traveling throughout the tree, a CPO tool-path without tool-retractions can be derived.
文摘In tool-path generation process for 5-axis face milling,the specification of cutter posture is one of the critical issues that contribute to the computation load. In this paper,a quick algorithm is presented to specify the cutter posture at a surface point based on the cutter’s accessibility maps (A-maps) at all the sampled points,obtained during cutter selection. Integrated with this quick algorithm,an efficient approach is proposed to generate a set of iso-planar tool-paths for finishing a given surface withmaximum machining efficiency without violating the desirable profile and scallop height tolerance. One example is given to confirm the validity of the quick algorithm for cutter posture and the efficiency of the algorithm for tool-path generation.
文摘In CNC machining, two essential components decide the accuracy and machining time for a sculptured surface: one is the step-size interval, the other is the tool-path interval. Due to the limitation of the conventional method for calculating the tool-path interval, it cannot satisfy the machining requirement for high-speed and high-resolution machining. Accordingly, for high-speed and high-resolution machining, the current study proposes a new tool-path interval algorithm, plus a variable step-size algorithm for NURBS. Furthermore, a new type cutter, which can improve the cutting efficiency, is investigated in the paper. The transversal equation of the torus cutter onto the flat plan is given in this paper. The tool-path interval is calculated with the transversal equation and the proposed algorithm. The illustrated example shows that the redundant tool paths can be reduced because an accurate tool-path interval could be calculated.
文摘An approach is presented to generate rough interference-free tool-paths directly from massive unorganized data in rough machining that is performed by machining volumes of material in a slice-by-slice manner. Unorganized point-cloud is firstly converted to cross-section data. Then a robust data-structure named tool-path net is constructed to save tool-path data. Optimal algorithms for partitioning sub-cut-areas and computing interference-free cutter-locations are put forward. Finally the tool-paths are linked in a zigzag milling mode, which can be transformed into a traveling sales man problem. The experiment indicates optimal tool paths can be acquired, and high computation efficiency can be obtained and interference can be avoided successfully.
