Tech Briefs
AI Software Predicts Machine Tool Drive System Failures
Predictive failure analysis software detects problems before they occur by connecting to a machine tool’s servomotor or spindle motor to perform condition monitoring.
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Cutting Tool Insert Options for Turning HRSA Materials
Consideration of the types of tools used to turn heat-resistant super alloys commonly used for aerospace components is a necessary part of developing an effective machining process for those materials.
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Establishing an Effective Production Process for Femoral Balls
Grinding, honing and buffing can be performed on one machine to eliminate the need for these medical implant components to run across multiple pieces of equipment.
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Targeting Spindle Alignment for High Machining Accuracy
This 5-axis laser target for spindle and axis alignment offers a fast and highly accurate way to measure spindle alignment, axis straightness and squareness on lathes, multitasking machines, machining centers and ID/OD grinding machines.
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6 Considerations for Metalworking Fluid Selection and Maintenance
Understanding how to select and maintain metalworking fluids is critical to a machine shop’s efficiency.
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Keeping Your Tool Cool From the Inside Out
Dual internal coolant channels in this parting off/grooving tool are said to provide greater cooling capability than external flood coolant delivery.
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Rotary Transfer Offers Full OD Turning Between Centers
This small-footprint trunnion rotary transfer machine includes an isolated cell to perform full OD turning between centers for improved concentricity compared to flipping parts in a station for backside turning or moving the part to another clamping position.
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5 Tips for Multichannel Programming
Programming for multitasking machines can be complex. Knowing several key points for making the process less challenging can save a programmer time as well as lessen confusion and the risk of error.
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Automatically Deburr, Clean Parts in One System
Palletized parts are transferred from a five-axis, high-pressure waterjet station to a cleaning station via linear motor to enable fast, automated finishing.
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Generating More Efficient Milling Tool Paths for Multitasking Machines
This toolpath generator can reduce cycle time and extend tool life while helping achieve better surface finishes for milling operations on multi-axis Swiss-types and turn-mills.
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System Offers Fast, Catastrophe-Free Fire Suppression
This fire suppression system supplies a chemical agent directly to a fire within a machine tool, helping extinguish it in less than 10 seconds, leaving no machine damage.
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Automated Multitasking Machine Drops Parts Complete
This automated multitasking machine with an integrated robot eliminates the need to run parts across multiple machines, saving floor space, setup time and manpower.
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