Analysis of existing means of the cutting tool path visualization in the CNC systems

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Currently, machines for processing metals and other materials are used in various industry sectors. Operation of these machines defined with the CNC is impossible without using the corresponding systems, which ensure performing real-time configuring of the system for solving various technological tasks by means of machine drives control. AIM: Analysis of functional capabilities of the visualization module of the AksiOMA Kontrol CNC system in comparison with other well-known same-type systems with consequent enlarging of capabilities of this module. Based on this, the study aim is formulated as follows: broadening the functional capabilities of the module of cutting tool motion path visualization in the AksiOMA Kontrol CNC system by means of development of the path analysis module. METHODS: For achieving the aim, the next task to broaden the functional capabilities of the module of cutting tool path visualization in the AksiOMA Kontrol CNC system is formulated as follows: analysis of existing means of cutting tool path visualization in the CNC systems. RESULTS: The study result is the fact that the visualization interface is critically important for operation, as it helps the operator to assess the abnormal situation quickly. Mistakes can be found at every stage of part machining setting-up. The mistakes can be made when positioning the part or the tool, at zero-point binding, at axes offset setting-up, etc. When machine equipment is set up, generally, difficulties take place if there is a different set-up for the other order. For these cases, in the CNC systems, such functional capabilities as processing visualization are necessary. This functionality is critically important, as it helps to find a mistake in time, to assess the danger level, and to fix it in time, that helps to prevent both the machine and the tool from failure and excessive mechanical impact. CONCLUSION: The study, which contains solving the tasks of analysis of cutting tool motion path in the AksiOMA Kontrol CNC system, is completed. The analysis conducted in the paper revealed that majority of CNC systems does not have the presented functional capabilities that does not help to conduct the complete analysis of the machining process.