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Title: An Analysis of Chip Formation and Hole Circularity in Drilling Applications: An Aircraft Components Perspective
Authors: Ahmad, A
Ibrahim, R
Zainoridin, H
Hong, CB
Cheng, K
Keywords: aircraft;drilling;hole circularity;chip formation;industrial revolution 4.0
Issue Date: 30-May-2024
Publisher: Semarak Ilmu Publishing
Citation: Ahmad, A. et al. (2024) 'An Analysis of Chip Formation and Hole Circularity in Drilling Applications: An Aircraft Components Perspective', Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Mechanics, 118 (1), pp. 28 - 39. doi: 10.37934/aram.118.1.2839.
Abstract: Drilling plays a critical role in the production of precise holes for aircraft components. However, drilling aluminum alloys poses challenges, leading to poor hole quality and potential defects in the airframe structure. This study focused on investigating chip formation, hole circularity, and drilling parameters, specifically feed rate and spindle speed. Dry drilling trials are conducted using high-speed steel drill bits and the Al6061-T6 alloy. The CIMCO MDC-MAX software is employed to monitor machine performance and accumulate comprehensive data. The study investigates the effect of varying feed rates on hole circularity, chip development, and chip thickness. Findings indicate that higher feed rates result in increased circularity error and chip thickness. The circularity graph shows inconsistencies due to workpiece vibration during drilling. Chip thickness rises with the feed rate, particularly with an increased number of drilled holes, attributed to factors such as tool rubbing and improper cutting. Additionally, the study highlights the correlation between machine performance and product quality. The CIMCO MDC-MAX data reveals that a feed rate of 0.260 mm/rev corresponds to high machine performance and low circularity. Conversely, Drill 6, operating at a feed rate of 0.230 mm/rev, exhibits poor machine performance and higher average circularity. The research enhances understanding of chip formation and hole circularity in drilling applications for aircraft components. The results emphasize the importance of optimizing drilling parameters to achieve superior hole quality. Practical implications are provided for enhancing the drilling process in aerospace manufacturing.
URI: https://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/29880
DOI: https://doi.org/10.37934/aram.118.1.2839
Other Identifiers: ORCiD: Kai Cheng https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6872-9736
Appears in Collections:Dept of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Research Papers

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