Upgrading the capabilities of existing machine tools for precision machining
A number of two-axis turning machines at the Oak Ridge Y-12 Plant have undergone upgrading as a means of meeting the needs for parts with tolerances that were more restrictive than the capability of the basic machine. The level of upgrading has ranged from changing a single machine characteristic to doing a complete overhaul of the slides, drives, spindle, and control system. The features available for the up-grading process include: tool setters, air bearing spindles and slides, pressurized oil bearing slides, electric dc torque motor drives, linear motor slide drives, eddy current spindle drives, laser feedback, vibration-isolation machine platforms, and computer numerical control (CNC) systems. Actual case histories are presented which show the levels of performance achieved with the various modifications. A discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of the various options is included.
- Research Organization:
- Oak Ridge Y-12 Plant, TN (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- W-7405-ENG-26
- OSTI ID:
- 5316469
- Report Number(s):
- Y/DX-349; CONF-820514-1; ON: DE82010059
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: 10. North American manufacturing research conference, Ontario, Canada, 24 May 1982
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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