Design and Manufacturing of Cutting Tool for Machining Profile on Inconel Shell

Overview

This project focuses on the design and manufacturing of a cutting tool specifically for machining profiles on Inconel shells. Inconel is a high-heat resistant superalloy commonly used in aerospace, nuclear, and chemical applications. The cutting tool is designed to achieve precise and repeatable machining processes, ensuring high-quality profiles on the Inconel material.

Objectives

• Design a cutting tool tailored for Inconel shell machining.
• Plan the manufacturing process for the cutting tool.
• Manufacture the cutting tool using advanced techniques.
• Test the cutting tool's performance and refine the design based on results.

Key Features

• Material Selection: The project utilizes Tungsten Carbide for its hardness and wear resistance, making it suitable for machining Inconel.
• CAD Modeling: The cutting tool design is created using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, allowing for precise geometry and parameters.

• CNC Machining: The cutting tool is manufactured using CNC machines, ensuring high accuracy and repeatability.

• Performance Testing: The cutting tool is evaluated for its effectiveness in machining profiles on Inconel shells, with adjustments made based on testing outcomes.

Methodology

1. Literature Review: Research on existing cutting tools and their performance on Inconel.
2. Design Phase: Create 3D models of the cutting tool and tool holder.
3. Manufacturing Phase: Utilize CNC machining and Wire Cut EDM for tool production.
4. Testing Phase: Conduct machining tests and analyze results to refine the tool design.

Results

• Successful machining of profiles on Inconel shells.
• Identification of issues such as chip clogging, leading to design adjustments (e.g., changing side clearance angles).
• Performance metrics indicating the cutting tool's effectiveness and durability.

Conclusion

The project successfully demonstrates the design and manufacturing of a cutting tool for Inconel shell machining. The cutting tool exhibits good performance, with further refinements planned based on testing feedback.

Acknowledgments

Special thanks to:

• Mr. P. Bharath (Project Guide)
• Dr. R. Raja (Internal Guide)
• CMTI (Central Manufacturing Technology Institute)
• Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences

Keywords

• Inconel Shell
• Cutting Tool
• CNC Machining
• Tungsten Carbide
• Advanced Manufacturing Technology

License

This project is licensed under the CMTI License

Contact

For more information, please contact:

• Samuelson G
• Email: [[email protected]]

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License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.