Simulation of orthogonal machining process of titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V) by finite element method

This study aims to simulate the orthogonal machining process of titanium alloy using finite element method. Simulation with finite element method makes the cutting process easy to understand, increases tool life and reduces the cutting forces. Three-dimensional simulation was performed using the Abaqus software. The effects of machining parameters include the cutting speed and feed rate on the cutting and feed forces, shear stress and tool life were assessed. To validate the results of the application, the experiments were carried out in the field and the results were compared with the values obtained from the tests. The results showedthatthe simulation results are in good agreement with the experimental data.