Material detection and tuning of machining parameters using machine vision and machine learning in drilling operations
摘要
Cognitive machine tools are not new, but few are fully or even partially cognitive. Emerging technologies like machine learning and machine vision can transform a regular machine into a cognitive one. This work aims to retrofit an existing drilling machine into a cognitive tool by integrating a variable frequency drive, microcomputer, and camera. A dataset was created using images of four materials: Aluminium, copper, wood, and mild steel. average red, green, and blue pixel values were extracted as features. A decision tree algorithm was trained on these features to identify materials. Based on the material, an algorithm calculates spindle speed using standard cutting speeds, converting it to frequency for a variable frequency drive. Experiments show that the retrofitted machine produces holes with lower roughness and vibrations. This cost-effective solution is suitable for small industries and meets industry 4.0 requirements.