Improving the machine accuracy through machine tool metrology and error correction

Improving both the positioning accuracy and contouring accuracy of a vertical machining centre has been studied by using a machine tool metrology and in-house error correction techniques. Contouring errors caused by the servo lag and friction of servomechanisms were measured by the circular test and then reduced by off-line parameter tuning of the CNC and servo-driver. The quasistatic thermal errors were predicted online using a neural network based model which was calibrated in advance via a quick set-up and multiple-error measurement system consisting of a spindle-mounted probe and artifacts. Positioning errors caused by both the static geometric errors and thermal effects were eliminated in real-time by a PC based software error compensation scheme integrated with the CNC controller through digital communication. An error reduction of 70% was achieved after error compensation and CNC tuning.

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