Volume 17, No. 1, 2020
Investigation And Analysis Of Factors Affecting Milling Operation
Dr. S. T. Warghat
Abstract
Milling is a machining process that uses a rotary cutting tool to remove material from a workpiece. The milling tool has multiple teeth that cut the material as the tool rotates. Milling can be used to produce a variety of features on a workpiece, including flat surfaces, slots, pockets, and gears. Milling is a versatile machining process that can be used on a variety of materials, including metals, plastics, and wood. It is a high-production process that can be used to produce parts with high precision and surface finish. Milling is thought to have originated in the early 1800s. The first milling machines were simple devices that used a rotating cutting tool to remove material from a workpiece. Over time, milling machines have become more sophisticated and capable, and they are now used in a wide variety of industries. There are many different types of milling machines, but they can be broadly classified into two categories: horizontal and vertical. Horizontal milling machines have the spindle (the shaft that holds the cutting tool) oriented horizontally, while vertical milling machines have the spindle oriented vertically. Horizontal milling machines are typically used for machining large workpieces, such as engine blocks and transmission cases. Vertical milling machines are more versatile and can be used to machine a wider variety of workpieces, including small parts and intricate components.
Pages: 702-709
Keywords: Milling Operation, Vertical, Horizontal.