Simulation of Single-Point Cutting Tool for Prediction of Wear and Temperature in Turning Operation

Cutting temperature has a big impact on the quality of the finished surface, tool wear depth, and the mechanics of the chip formation. Understanding the precise temperature rise at the chip–tool contact has been identified as critical research in attaining the optimum cutting performance. In this paper, a simulation approach is used to understand the outcome of the cutting parameter on AISI 1045 workpiece material using a DNMA432 carbide insert and a DDJNR tool holder. The geometry of the carbide inserts and tool holder has been taken as constant. DEFORM 3D software is used for simulation under dry cutting conditions. The cutting parameters, like depth of cut (ap), velocity (Vc), and feed rate (fr), are selected as input parameters, and their effect on the response parameters, namely cutting force, temperature, and wear depth, is investigated. The study shows that with a rise in the ap, there is an increase in cutting force, temperature, and wear depth, respectively.