Five-Axis Milling of Large Spiral Bevel Gears: Toolpath Definition, Finishing, and Shape Errors

In this paper, a five-axis machining process is analyzed for large spiral-bevel gears, an interesting process for one-of-kind manufacturing. The work is focused on large sized spiral bevel gears manufacturing using universal multitasking machines or five-axis milling centers. Different machining str...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Álvaro Álvarez, Amaia Calleja, Naiara Ortega, Luis Norberto López de Lacalle
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-05-01
Series:Metals
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/8/5/353