@inproceedings{ae0807cb8a9248d8ad9951c4d38a1b61,
title = "Feature recognition & tool path generation for 5 axis step-nc machining of free form / irregular contoured surfaces",
abstract = "This research paper presents a five step algorithm to generate tool paths for machining Free form / Irregular Contoured Surface(s) (FICS) by adopting STEP-NC (AP-238) format. In the first step, a parametrized CAD model with FICS is created or imported in UG-NX6.0 CAD package. The second step recognizes the features and calculates a Closeness Index (CI) by comparing them with the B-Splines / Bezier surfaces. The third step utilizes the CI and extracts the necessary data to formulate the blending functions for identified features. In the fourth step Z-level 5 axis tool paths are generated by adopting flat and ball end mill cutters. Finally, in the fifth step, tool paths are integrated with STEP-NC format and validated. All these steps are discussed and explained through a validated industrial component.",
keywords = "Machining, STEP-NC format, Tool Paths",
author = "Arivazhagan Anbalagan",
year = "2010",
month = oct,
language = "English",
isbn = "9783901509735",
series = "Annals of DAAAM and Proceedings of the International DAAAM Symposium",
publisher = "Danube Adria Association for Automation and Manufacturing, DAAAM",
pages = "1235--1236",
booktitle = "Annals of DAAAM for 2010 and Proceedings of the 21st International DAAAM Symposium {"}Intelligent Manufacturing and Automation",
address = "Austria",
note = "Annals of DAAAM for 2010 and 21st International DAAAM Symposium {"}Intelligent Manufacturing and Automation: Focus on Interdisciplinary Solutions{"} ; Conference date: 20-10-2010 Through 23-10-2010",
}