Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-10-14DOI: 10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.09.019
Qi Dong, Yuwen Sun
Gear tooth profile chamfering plays a crucial role in mitigating stress concentration and reducing meshing impact. However, chamfer grinding and radial chamfering are inefficient because the tools for both methods work individually along the end face profile. Additionally, resharpening error occurs in the chamfer hobbing method because the contour of conical chamfer hobbing tool changes after resharpening. Considering that cylindrical tools enable continuous cutting at high speeds by engaging with the gear to be chamfered and maintains a constant cross-sectional profile, this study proposes a tooth profile chamfering method of involute cylindrical gears with cylindrical tools. Firstly, a basic mathematical model of tooth profile chamfering using a cylindrical tool is established, including the geometrical model of the chamfered surface and the machine configuration. Subsequently, the rake faces and cutting edges of the cylindrical tools for gear tooth profile chamfering are calculated based on the conjugate principle. Then, the interference during the chamfering process is checked and the chamfered surfaces are generated using the calculated cylindrical tools. In addition, the chamfer structures of the left and right profiles are machined individually, which helps to achieve uniform distributed tooth profile chamfered surfaces. As demonstrated by simulation and experimental verification, the proposed method using cylindrical tools is feasible and meets the requirements of tooth profile chamfering.
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This study investigates the shift in the thermal process limit for CBN compared to corundum abrasives as a function of specific grinding power and contact time during surface and cylindrical grinding. The results indicate that the use of CBN significantly reduces the thermal load, as demonstrated by metallographic cross-sections, residual stress depth profiles and hardness measurements. An empirical function is derived to calculate the depth of tempering zones. This enables a quantifiable comparison of CBN and corundum in terms of their thermal impact and provides a practical basis for the targeted and thermally stable design of multi-stage grinding processes.
{"title":"Comprehensive study of grinding burn limit and subsurface modifications in grinding with CBN and corundum abrasives","authors":"Gerrit Kuhlmann , Nikolai Guba , Tobias Hüsemann , Carsten Heinzel","doi":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.11.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.11.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study investigates the shift in the thermal process limit for CBN compared to corundum abrasives as a function of specific grinding power and contact time during surface and cylindrical grinding. The results indicate that the use of CBN significantly reduces the thermal load, as demonstrated by metallographic cross-sections, residual stress depth profiles and hardness measurements. An empirical function is derived to calculate the depth of tempering zones. This enables a quantifiable comparison of CBN and corundum in terms of their thermal impact and provides a practical basis for the targeted and thermally stable design of multi-stage grinding processes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56011,"journal":{"name":"CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology","volume":"63 ","pages":"Pages 490-504"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145474209","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-09-23DOI: 10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.09.013
Lihua He, Jinhui Zhou, Bokai Lou, Jing Ni, Xiaoping Hu
Most safety-critical components and load-bearing structures continue to be manufactured using hard turning, a process that induces gradient nanostructures (GNS) in the surface layer. To investigate the effect of GNS layer on fatigue properties, crystal plasticity finite element model (CPFEM) and ± 0.8 % strain fatigue test were used in this study. The objectives were to investigate the correlation between turning parameters and surface GNS layer of 316 L stainless steel, and to reveal the fatigue failure mechanism of GNS layer from multiple scales. The results show that the turning parameters significantly influence the thickness of the GNS layer, with turning depth having the greatest impact, followed by cutting speed. CPFEM simulations predict stress distribution within the GNS layer across regions with varying grain sizes. stresses in fine-grained regions are primarily concentrated at grain boundaries, whereas stresses in coarse-grained regions are distributed within the grains. The model predictions of fatigue crack locations closely align with stress concentration distributions. Fatigue testing reveals that cracks in the GNS layer primarily propagate intergranular boundaries, while cracks in the coarse-grained (CG) layer exhibit both intergranular and transgranular extensions. This behavior mirrors the damage patterns predicted by simulation, demonstrating the model's high accuracy.
{"title":"Fatigue failure mechanism of gradient nanostructured materials produced by turning","authors":"Lihua He, Jinhui Zhou, Bokai Lou, Jing Ni, Xiaoping Hu","doi":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.09.013","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.09.013","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Most safety-critical components and load-bearing structures continue to be manufactured using hard turning, a process that induces gradient nanostructures (GNS) in the surface layer. To investigate the effect of GNS layer on fatigue properties, crystal plasticity finite element model (CPFEM) and ± 0.8 % strain fatigue test were used in this study. The objectives were to investigate the correlation between turning parameters and surface GNS layer of 316 L stainless steel, and to reveal the fatigue failure mechanism of GNS layer from multiple scales. The results show that the turning parameters significantly influence the thickness of the GNS layer, with turning depth having the greatest impact, followed by cutting speed. CPFEM simulations predict stress distribution within the GNS layer across regions with varying grain sizes. stresses in fine-grained regions are primarily concentrated at grain boundaries, whereas stresses in coarse-grained regions are distributed within the grains. The model predictions of fatigue crack locations closely align with stress concentration distributions. Fatigue testing reveals that cracks in the GNS layer primarily propagate intergranular boundaries, while cracks in the coarse-grained (CG) layer exhibit both intergranular and transgranular extensions. This behavior mirrors the damage patterns predicted by simulation, demonstrating the model's high accuracy.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56011,"journal":{"name":"CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology","volume":"63 ","pages":"Pages 156-169"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145120889","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-11-19DOI: 10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.11.006
Peiyuan Su , Chung-Yu Tai, Yusuf Altintas
Tool tip frequency response functions (FRFs) are fundamental to predicting stability lobe diagrams and mitigating chatter in machining operations. This study introduces a hybrid framework that integrates physics-based modeling with data-driven learning to reduce approximation errors in tool holder–tool geometries and mitigate uncertainties in their contact parameters. The tools and tool holders are modeled using a Timoshenko beam-based finite element formulation and assembled as free-free structures via receptance coupling substructure analysis (RCSA). Uncertainties in the elastic modulus, Poisson’s ratio, and density of the tool and holder materials are minimized by aligning the measured and simulated natural frequencies of representative tool and holder samples. Neural network models are pre-trained using simulated FRFs with approximate contact parameters and subsequently fine-tuned through a limited number of experimental free-free impact tests on holder–tool assemblies. The optimized contact parameters are then archived in the database for each holder type. The finite element models of the tools and holders are coupled using the tuned contact parameters and subsequently assembled with the stored spindle model via RCSA. The proposed hybrid approach is experimentally validated through impact testing of diverse holder–tool configurations mounted on machine tools. The resulting methodology contributes to the establishment of a robust digital machine tool database, thereby facilitating more reliable stability predictions and enabling enhanced productivity in NC part programming within CAM systems.
{"title":"Hybrid neural network framework for predicting tool tip dynamics via receptance coupling","authors":"Peiyuan Su , Chung-Yu Tai, Yusuf Altintas","doi":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.11.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.11.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Tool tip frequency response functions (FRFs) are fundamental to predicting stability lobe diagrams and mitigating chatter in machining operations. This study introduces a hybrid framework that integrates physics-based modeling with data-driven learning to reduce approximation errors in tool holder–tool geometries and mitigate uncertainties in their contact parameters. The tools and tool holders are modeled using a Timoshenko beam-based finite element formulation and assembled as free-free structures via receptance coupling substructure analysis (RCSA). Uncertainties in the elastic modulus, Poisson’s ratio, and density of the tool and holder materials are minimized by aligning the measured and simulated natural frequencies of representative tool and holder samples. Neural network models are pre-trained using simulated FRFs with approximate contact parameters and subsequently fine-tuned through a limited number of experimental free-free impact tests on holder–tool assemblies. The optimized contact parameters are then archived in the database for each holder type. The finite element models of the tools and holders are coupled using the tuned contact parameters and subsequently assembled with the stored spindle model via RCSA. The proposed hybrid approach is experimentally validated through impact testing of diverse holder–tool configurations mounted on machine tools. The resulting methodology contributes to the establishment of a robust digital machine tool database, thereby facilitating more reliable stability predictions and enabling enhanced productivity in NC part programming within CAM systems.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56011,"journal":{"name":"CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology","volume":"63 ","pages":"Pages 566-581"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145579289","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-10-29DOI: 10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.10.007
Qi Zhang , Pengcheng Li , Mingyu Li , Wei Tian , Pinzhang Wang
Due to deformation in large composite components and trajectory errors in industrial robots, it is difficult to meet the machining accuracy requirements for large composite components processed by edge milling robots. To address this issue, a strategy for enhancing the machining accuracy of large composite components based on a line laser profilometer and a binocular vision tracking system is proposed. To accurately extract the center of scale lines, a sliding window and model matching (SW-MM) extraction method is designed. A combined weighted random sampling consistency and least squares (WRANSAC-LS) method is developed for normal estimation to mitigate the impact of surface curvature and measurement noise on estimation accuracy. Subsequently, in terms of visual servo control, an adaptive sliding mode controller (ASMC) is designed to further enhance the trajectory accuracy of the milling robot. Finally, a series of validation experiments is conducted on the designed milling robot system platform. Experimental results demonstrate that the strategy proposed in this paper reduces machining errors in large composite components to ±0.2 mm, achieving a 90 % improvement in precision, meeting the machining precision requirements for composite components in the aerospace industry.
{"title":"A machining accuracy enhancement strategy for large composite components with edge milling robots","authors":"Qi Zhang , Pengcheng Li , Mingyu Li , Wei Tian , Pinzhang Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.10.007","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.10.007","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Due to deformation in large composite components and trajectory errors in industrial robots, it is difficult to meet the machining accuracy requirements for large composite components processed by edge milling robots. To address this issue, a strategy for enhancing the machining accuracy of large composite components based on a line laser profilometer and a binocular vision tracking system is proposed. To accurately extract the center of scale lines, a sliding window and model matching (SW-MM) extraction method is designed. A combined weighted random sampling consistency and least squares (WRANSAC-LS) method is developed for normal estimation to mitigate the impact of surface curvature and measurement noise on estimation accuracy. Subsequently, in terms of visual servo control, an adaptive sliding mode controller (ASMC) is designed to further enhance the trajectory accuracy of the milling robot. Finally, a series of validation experiments is conducted on the designed milling robot system platform. Experimental results demonstrate that the strategy proposed in this paper reduces machining errors in large composite components to ±0.2 mm, achieving a 90 % improvement in precision, meeting the machining precision requirements for composite components in the aerospace industry.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56011,"journal":{"name":"CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology","volume":"63 ","pages":"Pages 442-456"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145417559","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-10-10DOI: 10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.10.001
Fanqi Yu, Shujun Chen, Tao Yuan, He Shan, Pengjing Zhao
The design of the tool pin is a critical factor influencing weld quality and material flow behavior in friction stir welding (FSW). This study employs a Coupled Eulerian-Lagrangian (CEL) thermo-mechanical model to systematically investigate the effects of tool pin taper angle on thermal cycles, plastic strain, and material flow during FSW of Al alloys. The model integrates interfacial friction heating, viscoplastic constitutive behavior, and thermomechanical contact conditions. Experimental validation was conducted through thermocouple-based temperature measurements and macrostructural analysis of weld cross-sections. Results indicate that larger taper angles enhance longitudinal thermal gradients and promote lateral heat dissipation, leading to a wider thermomechanically affected zone (TMAZ). A 0° taper angle induces significant adhesive friction and intense material flow, while a 60° taper reduces flow velocity near the pin tip. With increasing taper angle, plastic strain transitions from a uniform distribution to a concentrated region on the advancing side (AS) of the stir zone (SZ), where peak plasticity occurs. Conversely, deformation near the pin root is suppressed. These insights offer a theoretical basis for optimizing tool geometry to control heat distribution and material flow, improving weld quality in engineering applications.
{"title":"Influence mechanism of tool pin profile on heat transfer and material flow behavior in friction stir welding of aluminum alloys","authors":"Fanqi Yu, Shujun Chen, Tao Yuan, He Shan, Pengjing Zhao","doi":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.10.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.10.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The design of the tool pin is a critical factor influencing weld quality and material flow behavior in friction stir welding (FSW). This study employs a Coupled Eulerian-Lagrangian (CEL) thermo-mechanical model to systematically investigate the effects of tool pin taper angle on thermal cycles, plastic strain, and material flow during FSW of Al alloys. The model integrates interfacial friction heating, viscoplastic constitutive behavior, and thermomechanical contact conditions. Experimental validation was conducted through thermocouple-based temperature measurements and macrostructural analysis of weld cross-sections. Results indicate that larger taper angles enhance longitudinal thermal gradients and promote lateral heat dissipation, leading to a wider thermomechanically affected zone (TMAZ). A 0° taper angle induces significant adhesive friction and intense material flow, while a 60° taper reduces flow velocity near the pin tip. With increasing taper angle, plastic strain transitions from a uniform distribution to a concentrated region on the advancing side (AS) of the stir zone (SZ), where peak plasticity occurs. Conversely, deformation near the pin root is suppressed. These insights offer a theoretical basis for optimizing tool geometry to control heat distribution and material flow, improving weld quality in engineering applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56011,"journal":{"name":"CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology","volume":"63 ","pages":"Pages 299-309"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145268938","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-10-17DOI: 10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.09.018
Shan Wu , Lingfei Kong , Aokun Wang , Xiaoyang Feng
Accurately predicting thermal errors is vital for developing effective strategies to compensate for them. Machine learning thermal errors models (ML-TEMs) offer significant advantages over traditional regression models. However, current ML-TEMs, such as neural networks and support vector machines, are black-box models. These models lack interpretability and are challenging to apply in engineering. Additionally, these methods depend heavily on extensive amounts of training data. The scarcity of labeled time-series data for Swiss-type lathe may hinder the model's ability to generalize across varying operating conditions. To address these issues, this paper proposes a symbolic regression model based on Time Series Mixup (TSM) enhancement. The TSM method was used to enhance the training data. The optimal interpretable model is obtained through fitness assessment and screening. The proposed model exhibits high prediction accuracy. In particular, it demonstrates superior accuracy and stability under complex operating conditions with random variations.
{"title":"Thermal error prediction of CNC Swiss-type lathe under variable operating conditions based on symbolic regression and time series mixup enhancement","authors":"Shan Wu , Lingfei Kong , Aokun Wang , Xiaoyang Feng","doi":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.09.018","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.09.018","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Accurately predicting thermal errors is vital for developing effective strategies to compensate for them. Machine learning thermal errors models (ML-TEMs) offer significant advantages over traditional regression models. However, current ML-TEMs, such as neural networks and support vector machines, are black-box models. These models lack interpretability and are challenging to apply in engineering. Additionally, these methods depend heavily on extensive amounts of training data. The scarcity of labeled time-series data for Swiss-type lathe may hinder the model's ability to generalize across varying operating conditions. To address these issues, this paper proposes a symbolic regression model based on Time Series Mixup (TSM) enhancement. The TSM method was used to enhance the training data. The optimal interpretable model is obtained through fitness assessment and screening. The proposed model exhibits high prediction accuracy. In particular, it demonstrates superior accuracy and stability under complex operating conditions with random variations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56011,"journal":{"name":"CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology","volume":"63 ","pages":"Pages 362-374"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145333308","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Small-module gear-shaped parts (SMGSPs, module m < 1) with extreme diameter-to-module ratios (D/m>100) are critical components in miniature precision systems for spatial transmission and lightweight structural applications. However, it exhibits restricted fatigue strength and excessive material wastage when manufactured by conventional machining processes. A novel current-assisted splitting spinning forming (CASSF) method combining the precision of spinning technology with the electroplastic effects of pulsed current synergistically was proposed to realize the high-performance near-net shape forming of SMGSPs. A finite element model coupled with the electroplasticity effect is constructed. Finite element model (FEM) simulations and experimental studies systematically investigated the distribution of the electric field, temperature field, the equivalent stress and strain, and the dynamic material flow of small module gears during CASSF. The results revealed that the current density of the SMGSP is concentrated near the contact area of the roller, so the softening region, due to the electroplasticity effect, highly overlaps with the deformation region of the SMGSP. The gear profile deformation exhibits a non-uniform stress-strain distribution, with peak stress concentrations localized at the exit-side tooth root arc. The application of pulsed current effectively reduced equivalent stress and enhanced material deformability, achieving saturation thresholds at 17.5 A/mm² current density (Jp) and 40 % duty ratio (d). Five distinct material flow orientations develop during CASSF, forming four flow division surfaces between them. The uneven tooth height defect originates from asymmetric material flow between the entry and exit sides, whereas tooth underfilling stems from insufficient axial material flow. A forward-reversed forming strategy with intensified pulsed current eliminated tooth height discrepancies and improved tooth saturation (γ) to 97.8 %, demonstrating the potential of CASSF potential for forming extreme ratio SMGSPs.
{"title":"Research on the deformation mechanism for current-assisted splitting spinning forming of small-module gear-shaped parts with extreme diameter-to-module ratios","authors":"Qinxiang Xia , Haoyang Zhou , Gangfeng Xiao , Sizhu Cheng , Junhao Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.08.012","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.08.012","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Small-module gear-shaped parts (SMGSPs, module <em>m</em> < 1) with extreme diameter-to-module ratios (<em>D</em>/<em>m</em>>100) are critical components in miniature precision systems for spatial transmission and lightweight structural applications. However, it exhibits restricted fatigue strength and excessive material wastage when manufactured by conventional machining processes. A novel current-assisted splitting spinning forming (CASSF) method combining the precision of spinning technology with the electroplastic effects of pulsed current synergistically was proposed to realize the high-performance near-net shape forming of SMGSPs. A finite element model coupled with the electroplasticity effect is constructed. Finite element model (FEM) simulations and experimental studies systematically investigated the distribution of the electric field, temperature field, the equivalent stress and strain, and the dynamic material flow of small module gears during CASSF. The results revealed that the current density of the SMGSP is concentrated near the contact area of the roller, so the softening region, due to the electroplasticity effect, highly overlaps with the deformation region of the SMGSP. The gear profile deformation exhibits a non-uniform stress-strain distribution, with peak stress concentrations localized at the exit-side tooth root arc. The application of pulsed current effectively reduced equivalent stress and enhanced material deformability, achieving saturation thresholds at 17.5 A/mm² current density (<em>J</em><sub>p</sub>) and 40 % duty ratio (<em>d</em>). Five distinct material flow orientations develop during CASSF, forming four flow division surfaces between them. The uneven tooth height defect originates from asymmetric material flow between the entry and exit sides, whereas tooth underfilling stems from insufficient axial material flow. A forward-reversed forming strategy with intensified pulsed current eliminated tooth height discrepancies and improved tooth saturation (<em>γ</em>) to 97.8 %, demonstrating the potential of CASSF potential for forming extreme ratio SMGSPs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56011,"journal":{"name":"CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology","volume":"63 ","pages":"Pages 116-134"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145107773","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-09-22DOI: 10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.09.010
Zhao Wang , Xiaowen Rong , Haoran Zhao , Yue Yang , Fusheng Liang , Cheng Fan
Abrasive water jet technology, as a non-traditional machining process, impinges on the workpiece surface with abrasive particles driven by the water jet beam to achieve material removal or surface modification. The abrasive particle distribution is the key factor affecting on the process quality, especially for Abrasive Water Jet Peening (AWJP) process. However, there is still limited research on the abrasive particle distribution in the AWJP process, especially regarding the distribution under variable traverse speeds and variable curvature movements of the abrasive water jet beam, which forms the basis for controlling abrasive water jet coverage, particularly on curved surfaces. In this study, an abrasive particle distribution prediction model is proposed for AWJP under different pump pressures, variable traverse speeds (accelerations), and various curvature radius by combining finite element and analytical modeling approaches. Validation experiments were conducted, and both simulation and experimental results under different parameters follow Gaussian distributions. The maximum prediction error was only 18.6 % across 24 comparisons from 15 experimental sets, confirming the feasibility and accuracy of the proposed model. Meanwhile, the influence of these three parameters on abrasive particle distribution laws is investigated respectively through comparisons between simulation and experimental results. The findings reveal that pump pressure primarily affects abrasive particle velocity and position distribution; traverse speed mainly influences abrasive particle position distribution and the percentage of particles at the central region; curvature radius predominantly affects the midline position of the abrasive particle distribution curve. This study not only provide a deep understanding of abrasive particle distribution laws under varying pump pressures, traverse speeds, and curvature radii, but the proposed model also offers valuable guidance for achieving uniform abrasive particle coverage on free-form surfaces during AWJP.
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01Epub Date: 2025-10-30DOI: 10.1016/j.cirpj.2025.10.008
Shun Liu , Xueming Du , Yang Xiang , Sun Jin
Circumferential topography is a key indicator of the machining quality of ring-shaped workpieces, and it is generally affected by multiple geometric and location error sources arising from the machine tool–fixture–workpiece system during the machining process. To enable effective control of surface quality under these compounded errors, an integrated 3D surface topography prediction model is formulated. In the proposed model, the combined motion errors of the workpiece and tool, the surface topography blank errors of the workpiece, and the alignment deviations in ring positioning using a quick-change clamping system are simultaneously represented within a unified framework. The effects of geometric errors in the machine tool, fixture, tool and workpiece on the machined surface topography are simulated using the equivalent error transmission chain of a multibody machining system. The topography deviations of matching features in the machining system and the workpiece alignment deviations of the clamping system are incorporated via a location deviation simulation algorithm. The circumferential surface topography is then reconstructed over the entire tool trajectory of the turning process. The simulation and experimental results indicate that the proposed model can effectively predict the 3D surface topography in auto-located turning of cylindrical thin-walled parts, which are typically affected by multiple geometric and location deviations, and offer theoretical guidance for surface topography control.
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