Modeling and prediction of machining quality in CNC turning process using intelligent hybrid decision making tools

Decision-making process in manufacturing environment is increasingly difficult due to the rapid changes in design and demand of quality products. To make decision making process (selection of machining parameters) online, effective and efficient artificial intelligent tools like neural networks are being attempted. This paper proposes the development of neural network models for prediction of machining parameters in CNC turning process. Experiments are designed based on Taguchi's Design of Experiments (DoE) and conducted with cutting speed, feed rate, depth of cut and nose radius as the process parameters and surface roughness and power consumption as objectives. Results from experiments are used to train the developed neuro based hybrid models. Among the developed models, performance of neural network model trained with particle swarm optimization model is superior in terms of computational speed and accuracy. Developed models are validated and reported. Signal-to-noise (S/N) ratios of responses are calculated to identify the influences of process parameters using analysis of variance (ANOVA) analysis. The developed model can be used in automotive industries for deciding the machining parameters to attain quality with minimum power consumption and hence maximum productivity.

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