Adaptive tool path planning applied in manufacturing optimization

Paper describes research done on algorithms for the generation of gouge-free nonisoparametric tool paths across surface plane segments obtained through triangulation partitioning. Along with contiguous trajectory sequences, adaptive tool path planning introduces partially discontinuous tool trajectories. Algorithm achieves the necessary trajectory continuity by the insertion of the auxiliary tool-orientation trajectories. The tool passes over the path gaps are accomplished through rapid tool traverses. The evaluation of surface machining optimization is provided by simulation of computed tool motion trajectories applied to triangulation models. Tool tracks and tool trajectories obtained with different surface models are used for presentation and examination of the optimized tool path modeling and algorithm computing performance issues.