A novel analytical algorithm for prediction of workpiece temperature in end milling

Abstract

Temperature is a critical parameter in machining as it directly affects the cutting performance, part quality, residual stresses, distortion, tool life, etc. In this article, a novel analytical algorithm for fast temperature predic-tion in intermittent cutting processes like milling is proposed. For the first time, the temperature drop during the noncutting period is taken into consideration for the workpiece side. The model also takes into account time-varying chip thickness due to the trochoidal motion of the milling tool. Validation tests with Ti6Al4V showed the promise of the algorithm in predicting the milling temperature under various cutting conditions.(c) 2022 CIRP. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.