The Effect of Cutting Process Parameters on the Stability in Milling

In the milling process, the dynamic system in the cutting process is composed of the tool, workpiece, and machine tools themselves. Therefore the mill geometric parameter, workpiece material behavior, and the modal parameters of the cutting system all will influence the stability in milling. Using FLN method and convolution force model to predict the chatter stability of milling process, and discussing the effect of milling parameter on the stability in this article. According to the result: with the increase of the tool diameter, stiffness, damping ratio or the reducing of tangential cutting force coefficient and radial width of cut, the stability lobe diagram tends to move upward. With the increase of natural frequency, the stability lobe diagram tends to move to right side. With the increase of the number of tooth, the stability lobe diagram tends to move downward.