AI checks spindle health
Mazak's new Spindle Health Monitoring System tracks vital data.
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Research & Innovation
Carbon shows superhard potential
Researchers have identified 43 previously unknown forms of carbon that theoretically could slice, drill and polish.
Machine tools tap AI
Artificial intelligence is showing promise in a variety of machining-related applications.
5G technology on the shop floor
Machine Technology: Companies partner to create an extremely fast-acting process monitoring system.
Carbide control from chaos
Look Ahead: Researchers discover a new class of carbides that may be among the hardest materials with the highest melting points.n
Soft machine
Robust and stiff often come to mind when considering the characteristics that make for a productive milling machine. However, Juanjo Zulaika, a researcher at the applied-research center Tecnalia Research & Innovation, thought otherwise and developed a "softer" milling machine with reduced weight and stiffness. That's achieved while increasing productivity.
Correcting thermal errors
Machine Technology column for December 2009 issue.
Vibratory finishing of titanium alloy parts
Shop Operations column in October 2009 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.
Three rules for cutting thin parts
In recent years, monolithic machined aluminum components have been replacing sheet metal assemblies throughout the aerospace industry. The monolithic structures are lighter, less expensive and stronger than their conventional sheet metal counterparts. Machining the components requires fewer special tools, fewer hand operations and less assembly time.
Tips for sanding titanium parts
Sanding, or benching, titanium alloy parts is a major cost element of the manufacturing process. Sanding removes burrs and improves surface finish to achieve drawing specifications.
Some measurement required
Machine tool users can access the information contained in a stability lobe diagram to greatly increase productivity.
Minimizing titanium part warpage
Shop Operations column for June 2009 issue.