Collaborative R&D Project 2026

Manufacturing of Ni- and/or Ti-Blisks – First steps towards autonomous and self-optimized CAM planning

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Which optimization algorithms are suitable for optimizing NC programs for blisk finish machining?

Challenge and Motivation

  • Given a target geometry and a machine, the goal is to design the best possible process.
  • CAM parameters influence part quality non-trivially.
  • Global/local process optima are often unknown.

Objective

  • Automatic CAM optimization of KPIs, i.e. cycle time, part quality, force limits, etc.
  • Investigate different optimization algorithms for blisk machining during process planning.