<p>Refurbishing a machine tool can come with uncertainty, the following poster describes several simulations that were undertaken to help realize design requirements. To raise the machine and provide a space underneath for a coolant tank, thus a stand needed to be designed that would both withstand the static load of the machine and minimize vibrational excitation caused during grinding experiments. Finite element methods (FEM) software was used to perform the simulations. The simulations described here in thus include, a static structural analysis, a modal analysis, and a harmonic analysis. These simulations were performed as worst-case scenarios and are not necessarily indicative of regular use. Results indicate that the stand as designed will not transmit any significant harmonic vibrations. The stand is a specialized, atypical design and needs careful analysis to keep the high quality standards of a precision grinding machine.</p>

Simulations of a Stand for a Grinding Machine for Improved Energy Efficiency

Paper Proceedings: https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/MSEC/MSEC2021/volume/85062

2021 International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference (MSEC2021)

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