A Generic Tool Selection Process: Achieving the Benefits of Common Tools in a Large Corporation

2006 ◽  
Author(s):  
John Hsu ◽  
E Widmann
Keyword(s):  
Selection Process ◽  
Tool Selection ◽  
Large Corporation

Design of the CNC Milling Tool Selection System

2011 ◽  
Vol 148-149 ◽  
pp. 153-157
Author(s):  
Xiu Lin Sui ◽  
Na Hu ◽  
Chun Hong Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Selection Process ◽  
Complex Surface ◽  
Forward Direction ◽  
Computer Applications ◽  
Cnc Milling ◽  
Tool Selection ◽  
Milling Tool ◽  
Selection For ◽  
Inference Strategy ◽  
Reasoning Mechanism

Knowledge base of milling feature machining based on relational database is proposed, using knowledge representation of production rules, according to the characteristics of feature machining knowledge. Tool selected reasoning mechanism and reasoning processes is presented basing the installed CNC milling tool database , and further reasoning is based on knowledge, milling tool selection method is implemented based on feature machining knowledge using the forward direction inference strategy .In the paper, a complete system of the selecting milling cutter is established. The system connects not only the theoretical knowledge but the expert’s experiences with the computer applications in order to provide a base of realizing the automatic mechanical processing. By the example of machining tool selection for complex surface, the selection process is described, and the system can select the tools to meet the processing requirements within a shot time, and has good versatility.

Optimising Automatic Tool Selection for 2½D Components

2000 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Lim ◽  
J. Corney ◽  
J. M. Ritchie ◽  
D. E. R. Clark
Keyword(s):  
Tool Path ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Cutting Tools ◽  
Cnc Machining ◽  
Machining Parameters ◽  
Tool Selection ◽  
Machining Time ◽  
Left Behind ◽  
Current Implementation ◽  
Automatic Tool

Abstract An important step in planning the manufacture of a component by CNC machining is the selection of cutting tools. Although it has long been known that the choice of cutter sizes can have a dramatic effect on the overall machining time, few algorithms for optimisation have been available to the production engineer. This paper describes a method for determining a theoretical optimal combination of cutting tools for machining a given set of 3D volumes or 2D profiles. The algorithm considers residual material left behind by oversized cutters and the relative clearance rates of cutters that can access the selected machining features. The current implementation of the procedure described does not give exact results because several machining parameters are not included in the selection process such as tool path length, plunge rates, etc. However, the experimental results suggest that while these factors may make changes to the absolute values calculated, they typically make only a small difference to the relative ranking of the tools. The results presented here suggest that the correct combination of tools could reduce machining times by significant amounts. Consequently the paper concludes with a discussion of how the tool path generation routines used in commercial CAM systems could be modified to achieve this.

scholarly journals Integrated Field and Office Tools for Bridge Management

2005 ◽  
Vol 1933 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-43
Author(s):  
Teresa M. Adams ◽  
Emil Juni ◽  
Mohsin Khalid Siddiqui ◽  
James E. Dzienkowski
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Economic Benefits ◽  
Functional Requirements ◽  
Bridge Management ◽  
Tool Selection ◽  
Related Data ◽  
Wisconsin Department ◽  
Alternative Field

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation's (WisDOT) Bureau of Structures Data Consolidation Project brings together all bridge-related data into a single data warehouse, the Highway Structures Information System (HSIS), which includes inventory, inspection and maintenance records, and maintenance costs. With the new HSIS, WisDOT's interactive bridge inspection forms and data procedures became incompatible. This conflict presented a timely opportunity to investigate alternative data collection tools that would be practicable in the field. This paper investigates the use of alternative field data collection technologies for bridge inspectors. The participation of bridge inspectors in identifying functional requirements led to an assembly of field tools that included the tablet PC with a shoulder carrying case, a noise-canceling headset microphone, and a tethered pen. Bridge inspectors from six districts volunteered to train on the handwriting and speech recognition technologies and then to test the tools in the field. This paper presents the tool selection process, the technology choices assessed, the training of inspectors, the evaluation of the technology adoption, and the economic benefits of the new technology.

scholarly journals Application potential of Agent Based Simulation and Discrete Event Simulation in Enterprise integration modelling concepts

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-42
Author(s):  
Pawel Pawlewski ◽  
Paulina Golinska ◽  
Paul-Eric Dossou
Keyword(s):  
Discrete Event Simulation ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Discrete Event ◽  
Simulation Tool ◽  
Tool Selection ◽  
Enterprise Integration ◽  
Agent Based Simulation ◽  
Agent Based ◽  
Event Simulation ◽  
Application Potential

This paper aims to present the dilemma of simulation tool selection. Authors discuss the examples of methodologies of enterprises architectures (CIMOSA and GRAI) where agent approach is used to solve planning and managing problems. Actually simulation is widely used and practically only one tool which can enable verification of complex systems. Many companies face the problem, which simulation tool is appropriate to use for verification. Selected tools based on ABS and DES are presented. Some tools combining DES and ABS approaches are described. Authors give some recommendation on selection process.

Cutting Tool Selection: An Intelligent Methodology and its Interfaces with Technical and Planning Functions

1992 ◽  
Vol 206 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
P G Maropoulos
Keyword(s):  
Machine Tool ◽  
Process Planning ◽  
Production Control ◽  
Cutting Tool ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Shop Floor ◽  
Local Optimum ◽  
Tool Selection ◽  
Machining Processes ◽  
Selection Methodology

This paper presents a new cutting tool selection methodology, namely the intelligent tool selection (ITS), which covers the whole spectrum of tool specification and usage in machining environments. The selection process has five distinct levels and starts by deriving a local optimum solution at the process planning level, which is progressively optimized in the wider context of the shop-floor. Initially, multiple tools are selected for each machining operation and tool lists are formed by sorting selected tools in order of preference. The second selection level provides a tooling solution for a component by considering all the operations required as well as the characteristics of the machine tool. The selected tools are then rationalized by forming a set of tools for machining a variety of components on a given machine tool at level 3 and by increasing the use of common and standard tools within a group of machines at level 4. Finally, the fifth level aims at reducing tool inventory by classifying existing tools into categories according to their usage and is also used for introducing new tools into the manufacturing system. The selection method allows the implementation of the minimal storage tooling (MST) concept, by linking the ordering of new and replacement tools to production control. ITS also uses the concept of tool resources structure (TRS), which specifies all tooling resources required for producing a component. By using the framework provided by ITS, TRS and MST it can be shown that tooling technology interfaces with diverse company functions from design and process planning to material/tool scheduling and tool management. The selection methodology results in higher utilization of tools, improved efficiency of machining processes and reduced tool inventory.

Successfully Abandoning Wells with Extreme Corrosive Environment Using Mechanical Aids – A Case Study from South Iraq

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucio Felipe Campana Barbosa ◽  
Javaid Iqbal ◽  
Devesh Bhaisora
Keyword(s):  
Selection Process ◽  
Polymer System ◽  
Small Diameter ◽  
Great Success ◽  
Corrosive Environment ◽  
Tool Selection ◽  
Well Abandonment ◽  
Corrosive Environments ◽  
Cement Plug ◽  
Southern Iraq

Abstract Well abandonment under a corrosive environment is often unpredictable and challenging, especially if the zone exhibits irregular wellbore geometry due to severe corrosion. These situations not only increase associated risks, but also greatly increase the abandonment cost for workover operation. This paper presents a successful application of a mechanical aid to replace a firm base using bridge plug or viscous pill base to abandon a well in the province of Basra in Southern Iraq. Numerous wells in Southern Iraq have compromised casing integrity due to sulphureous water flow from Umm Er-Radhuma / Tayarat formations, making their abandonment imperative. Due to unpredictable corrosion inside the casing, setting any type of mechanical bridge plug was a laborious operation, because the operator must run multiple logs to confirm the casing integrity and might not get the required casing integrity at the desired abandonment depth. Setting up a viscous pill was a challenge in the well environment, and in absence of a firm base it was highly probable that the cement plug would slump. Looking at multiple options to ensure the successful plug setting operation on the first attempt, it was decided to use a suitable mechanical aid, as a firm base to prevent the slumping motion of the fluids that were pumped to isolate sensitive zones. The unique foldable and adjustable parasol construction of the tool enabled it to be pumped through small diameter tubing avoiding any sticking, and it was a critical parameter for tool selection process. This paper summarizes the first-successful well abandonment using such a tool in the province of Basra in 7-in. casing and 9 5/8-in. casing. The logging tool was not able to detect one section of 9 5/8-in casing, which was presumably completely corroded. The first attempt to isolate it using a polymer system was not successful, since the fluid flowed to different leaks in the outer casing. The parted 7-in. casing made it impossible to identify the depth of lower leaks. Then a plan to utilize the mechanical aid was presented and subsequently approved. Tool was dropped and set above the top of 7-in. casing and gave support to the first cement plug to abandon the well, significantly reducing the time and cost of abandonment of the well by reducing repeated plug jobs. The use of the mechanical aid as a primary option to set plugs for abandonment purposes in corrosive environments has resulted in a great success by reducing non-productive time and enhancing zonal isolation results. Similar usages around the world will help in reducing workover operation economics where integrity of the casings is questionable.

scholarly journals Distance Education: Internet Tool Selection Process

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Halvard E. Nystrom ◽  
Diego Rodriguez
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Tool Selection
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