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Multi-objective parameter optimization of CNC machining for low carbon manufacturing
Journal of Cleaner Production (2015)
  • Qian Yi, Chongqing University
  • Congbo Li, Chongqing University
  • Ying Tang, Rowan University
  • Xingzheng Chen, Chongqing University
Abstract
Low carbon manufacturing is of growing importance due to the severity of energy shortage and increasing energy costs, as well as a series of environmental problems, i.e., climate change and global warming. This paper investigates the potential of process parameter optimization to minimize carbon emissions during machine processing. A process model of CNC machining is first presented to scope the system boundaries for energy footprint and process efficiency. A multi-objective optimization model is then proposed to explore the impact of cutting speed and feed rate on carbon emissions and processing time. The benefit of the approach is illustrated through a case study of a CNC cylindrical turning process.
Keywords
  • Processing parameters,
  • Optimization,
  • Carbon emissions,
  • CNC machining
Publication Date
January 5, 2015
DOI
10.1016/j.jclepro.2015.02.076
Citation Information
Qian Yi, Congbo Li, Ying Tang and Xingzheng Chen. "Multi-objective parameter optimization of CNC machining for low carbon manufacturing" Journal of Cleaner Production Vol. 95 (2015) p. 256 - 264
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/ying-tang/16/