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This paper presents a new approach for optimizing the machining parameters on turning glass-fibre-reinforced plastic (GFRP) pipes. Optimisation of machining parameters was done by an analysis called desirability function analysis, which is a useful tool for optimizing multi-response problems. In this work, based on Taguchi’s L18 orthogonal array, turning experiments were conducted for filament wound and hand layup GFRP pipes using K20 grade cemented carbide cutting tool. The machining parameters such as cutting velocity, feed rate and depth of cut are optimized by multi-response considerations namely surface roughness, flank wear, crater wear and machining force. A composite desirability value is obtained for the multi-responses using individual desirability values from the desirability function analysis. Based on composite desirability value, the optimum levels of parameters have been identified, and significant contribution of parameters is determined by analysis of variance. Confirmation test is also conducted to validate the test result. It is clearly shown that the multi-responses in the machining process are improved through this approach. Thus, the application of desirability function analysis in Taguchi technique proves to be an effective tool for optimizing the machining parameters of GFRP pipes.
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Naveen Sait, A., Aravindan, S. & Noorul Haq, A. Optimisation of machining parameters of glass-fibre-reinforced plastic (GFRP) pipes by desirability function analysis using Taguchi technique. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 43, 581–589 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00170-008-1731-y
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