Abstract
The main objective of this research is the development of machining strategy for sculptured surfaces in both rough finish cutting, In this study, the contour map strategy with three tool path patterns will be employed for the rough cutting. Here, Methods of optimal tool size selection and cutting layer determination will be suggested for rough cutting in the finish cutting, a modified CC (Cutter Contact)-variable algorithm will be used to determine the cutter contact points effect. In the finish cutting, the offset strategy will be used because the accuracy of the machined workpiece in the finish cutting is a more important issue than that in the rough cutting. The optical lens, a sculptured surface, is used as an industrial example through the research to show the effectiveness and efficiency of the developed CNC tool path generation strategy and database construction.
