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Design of a five-axis ultra-precision micro-milling machine-UltraMill. Part 1: holistic design approach, design considerations and specifications

Lookup NU author(s): Dr Dehong Huo

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Abstract

High-accuracy three-dimensional miniature components and microstructures are increasingly in demand in the sector of electro-optics, automotive, biotechnology, aerospace and information-technology industries. A rational approach to mechanical micro machining is to develop ultra-precision machines with small footprints. In part 1 of this two-part paper, the-state-of-the-art of ultra-precision machines with micro-machining capability is critically reviewed. The design considerations and specifications of a five-axis ultra-precision micro-milling machine-UltraMill-are discussed. Three prioritised design issues: motion accuracy, dynamic stiffness and thermal stability, formulate the holistic design approach for UltraMill. This approach has been applied to the development of key machine components and their integration so as to achieve high accuracy and nanometer surface finish.

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Author(s): Huo DH, Cheng K, Wardle F

Publication type: Article

Publication status: Published

Journal: International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Year: 2010

Volume: 47

Issue: 9-12

Pages: 867-877

ISSN (print): 0268-3768

ISSN (electronic): 1433-3015

Publisher: Springer

URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00170-009-2128-2

DOI: 10.1007/s00170-009-2128-2

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