Research on mechanistic modeling of machining error for model-based elastomer end-milling

Abstract

The objective of this research is to construct and utilize a machining error model for elastomer end-milling. In this paper, a framework of machining error in elastomer end-milling is proposed. Workpiece deformation and undesirable chip separation are assumed two dominant phenomena of the machining error in elastomer end-milling. A feasibility of the framework is investigated by evaluating the error model with experimental results. Identified error model with limited machining cases can estimates the machining error of different machining cases. The results indicate that the proposed framework can applicable to a model-based elastomer end-milling by combining a workpiece deformation model and a cutting force model.