Investigation of spindle bearing preload on dynamics and stability limit in milling

Abstract Many spindle designs offer automatic, speed-dependent preload adjustments to improve the bearing service life. This can result in spindle speed-dependent dynamic properties at the tool tip and errors in process stability predictions. In order to improve stability prediction accuracy for a representative tool and tool holder assembly, the tool tip frequency response functions are measured for different bearing preload values. Using stability models, stability limits are then predicted. Effects of bearing preload on the stability limits are demonstrated via simulations and cutting tests.

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