Study about the chip formation in the turning process using the finite element analysis

Abstract

At this time, there is a significant interest in the chip shape and formation at the international level, an issue studied based on mathematical calculations, experiments, and finite element analysis. The analysis of the chip formation process showed that the thickness of the undetached chip also varies according to the rake angle of the cutting tool, and using 3D models to analyze the chip formation process demonstrates this fact. Following the research, a study was conducted in which an analysis of the chip morphology is presented. Using Deform 2D application, a finite element simulation - a comparative analysis of the chip formation was performed when the value of the clearance angle varies. The increasing variety of cutting radius values has an influence on the way the chips are formed in terms of thickness, which generate differences in its shape. Following the study, a series of conclusions and own findings emerged that with the increase of the cutting-edge radius, the stress distribution is radial over a greater area of the part, reason for which the deformation of the chip is smaller. Arguments have also been made on distribution of the temperature, which is directly influenced by the shape of the tool, influencing the temperature of the generated chip. The results also show that with the increase of the cutting-edge radius of the tool, there is a tendency for the detached chip to settle.