The micro milling of bipolar plate - a tool life model
Date
2011-09
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Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, Department of Industrial Engineering
Abstract
Tool life is a major cost driver in all micro milling operations, due to the costly and brittle
nature of micro end mills. As such, the need exists to be able to predict tool life for the
purpose of tool cost estimation. This paper addresses this issue by developing an
empirically determined tool life model that characterises tool life in terms of cutting
parameters. The model is intended for a specific application; that is, the micro milling of
bipolar plates. Further, the model is developed via designed experimentation and
multiple-linear regression analysis of the resulting data.
Description
The original publication is available at http://www.isem.org.za/index.php/isem/isem2011.
Conference of the ISEM 2011 Proceedings, Stellenbosch, South Africa, 21 - 23 September 2011.
Conference theme - Innovative Systems Thinking: Unravelling Complexity for Successful Solutions.
Conference of the ISEM 2011 Proceedings, Stellenbosch, South Africa, 21 - 23 September 2011.
Conference theme - Innovative Systems Thinking: Unravelling Complexity for Successful Solutions.
Keywords
Micro milling operations, Milling of bipolar plates, Platinum, Hydrogen fuel cells, Manufacturing techniques
Citation
Essmann, E. C. & Van Schalkwyk, T. D. 2011. The micro milling of bipolar plate - a tool life model. Presented at the ISEM 2011 Proceedings, September 21-23, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa.