Computer Simulation of Perpendicular Face Gear Processing

Concerning of the special requirements of the face gear processing refering to the machining tools and the complexity of its tooth surface, the paper brings forward a way to achieve processing simulation of perpendicular face gear using the VB software and AutoCAD secondary development on the basis of face gear processing principle. The paper gives the modeling process of involute gear cutter and face gear blank, and achieves the generating motion of face gear processing. A numerical example is also provided.