MillPlus

Mill+: An intuitive tool for simulating the milling process, vibration mitigation and surface quality control

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Authors: Gorka Urbikain Pelayo, Daniel Olvera Trejo

Purpose Mill+ is a computational tool created to optimize milling processes by addressing common challenges such as vibration mitigation, productivity improvement, and surface quality control. By leveraging machining dynamics and intuitive simulations, Mill+ enables users to:

• Avoid unstable vibrations through Stability Lobes Diagrams.
• Achieve desired surface finishes by predicting and controlling process variables.
• Analyze and optimize key performance indicators such as cutting forces, power consumption, and material removal rate (MRR).

Designed for professionals and researchers, Mill+ provides an accessible platform for informed decision-making in milling operations, minimizing the need for costly trial-and-error approaches.

Installation To install and start using Mill+, follow these steps:

1. Download the Application: Access the latest release from the GitHub repository.
2. Extract the Files: Unzip the downloaded package to a local directory on your system.
3. Install MATLAB Runtime: If MATLAB is not installed on your computer, download and install the MATLAB Runtime environment compatible with the application version.
4. Run the Executable: Locate the MillPlus.exe file in the extracted folder and double-click to launch the application.

Features and Workflow Mill+ is designed to assist users in optimizing milling processes through the following key functionalities:

1. Input Definition: Users can define critical cutting parameters such as spindle speed, depth of cut, and tool geometry.
2. Simulation and Analysis:
   • Generate Stability Lobes Diagrams to identify optimal machining conditions.
   • Visualize process variables such as cutting forces, material removal rate (MRR), and surface roughness predictions.
3. Output Results:
   • Review detailed graphical outputs to understand system behavior under different machining scenarios.
   • Export results for further analysis or reporting.

Contact Information For support, bug reports, or feature requests, contact the development team:

• Gorka Urbikain-Pelayo (University of the Basque Country), email: [email protected]
• Daniel Olvera-Trejo (Tecnológico de Monterrey), email: [email protected]