An accurate NURBS curve interpolation algorithm with short spline interpolation capacity

Abstract

In this paper, a novel and accurate real-time non-uniform rational B-spline curve interpolation algorithm is proposed. This algorithm not only considers chord errors, feedrate fluctuations, jerk-limited, and acceleration/deceleration (Acc/Dec) capabilities of the machine, but also optimizes the look-ahead process. In the meanwhile, it improves machining efficiency by adding the circular buffer and pre-interpolation (non-off-line) and enhances the real-time performance by removing the time-consuming calculation from the interrupt service routine. Furthermore, the proposed interpolation algorithm can interpolate both the long spline and the short spline with uniform method. The advantages of the proposed method were confirmed by the simulation results.