Abstract: In Part 1 of this paper [1], the basic form of a novel, optimization approach to utilize balance delay (idle) times within stations in a multistage machining system was introduced. In Part ...

Abstract: The problem of determining the optimum machining conditions for single-pass and multipass operations has been investigated. An objective function incorporating a combination of the minimum production ...

Abstract: Part 1 of this paper [1] introduced a novel, rational objective function that incorporates both the production cost and total time criteria. In Part 2, the problem of determining the optimum ...

Abstract: The optimization problem for multistage machining systems has been investigated. Due to uneven time requirements at different stages in manufacturing, there could be idle times at various stations. ...

Abstract: This paper summarizes tapping characteristics at speeds as high as 9,000 rpm (180 m/min surface speed) as compared to traditional tapping done at speeds from 500 to 1,500 rpm (20–30 m/min). ...

Abstract: This paper describes a model for calculating transient and steady-state drill temperatures for drills with arbitrary point geometries. The model is based on temperature solutions for a semi-infinite ...

Abstract: Powder Metallurgy (P/M) materials, especially those made of high strength steels, are often reported in the technical literature to have poor machinability when compared to their wrought or cast ...