<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <article key="pdf/9998187" mdate="2014-04-03 00:00:00"> <author>J. Chen and N. Hundal</author> <title>A Systematic Approach for Identifying Turning Center Capabilities with Vertical Machining Center in Milling Operation</title> <pages>892 - 901</pages> <year>2014</year> <volume>8</volume> <number>5</number> <journal>International Journal of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering</journal> <ee>https://publications.waset.org/pdf/9998187</ee> <url>https://publications.waset.org/vol/89</url> <publisher>World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology</publisher> <abstract>Conventional machining is a form of subtractive manufacturing, in which a collection of materialworking processes utilizing powerdriven machine tools are used to remove undesired material to achieve a desired geometry. This paper presents an approach for comparison between turning center and vertical machining center by optimization of cutting parameters at cylindrical workpieces leading to minimum surface roughness by using taguchi methodology. Aluminum alloy was taken to conduct experiments due to its unique high strengthweight ratio that is maintained at elevated temperatures and their exceptional corrosion resistance. During testing, the effects of the cutting parameters on the surface roughness were investigated. Additionally, by using taguchi methodology for each of the cutting parameters (spindle speed, depth of cut, insert diameter, and feed rate) minimum surface roughness for the process of turnmilling was determined according to the cutting parameters. A confirmation experiment demonstrates the effectiveness of taguchi method. </abstract> <index>Open Science Index 89, 2014</index> </article>