Three-Dimensional Tolerance Analysis Modelling of Variation Propagation in Multi-stage Machining Processes for General Shape Workpieces

The quality control of general shape workpieces has become one of research hotspots because of the increasing diversity of products. The theory of stream of variation (SoV) for machining processes is a successful method in researching variation propagation rule. However, with the consideration of all key elements in manufacturing system, there is no unified and integrated model for workpieces in different kinds of shapes. In this paper, a new variation propagation model in multi-stage machining processes for general shape workpieces is established. It visually demonstrates the variation propagation chain and expands the universality of current SoV models. The connection of all key elements in manufacturing system is defined as an assembly chain, in which the variations are defined and propagated by modified three-dimensional tolerance analysis method. The equivalent conversion of the connection between workpiece and fixture realizes the modelling of general shape workpiece regardless of its machining method and locating scheme. Real experiments validate the effectiveness and accuracy of the new SoV model for different shape workpieces. This model has great potential to be applied toward multi-scale variation modelling, process control, and fault diagnosis for general shape workpieces.

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