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Volume 13 | Issue 4 | Year 2026 | Article Id. IJME-V13I4P104 | DOI : https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V13I4P104

Performance Analysis and Design Optimization of Single-Column Key Components Composite Machining Centers

Yuchun Miao, Jamaluddin Abdullah

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08 Jan 2026 16 Feb 2026 17 Mar 2026 29 Apr 2026

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Yuchun Miao, Jamaluddin Abdullah, "Performance Analysis and Design Optimization of Single-Column Key Components Composite Machining Centers," International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 13, no. 4, pp. 39-61, 2026. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V13I4P104

Abstract

Using the LH-450S prototype, this research is focused on investigating the dynamic and static properties of key structures of the V/H machining systems of a singular column. ANSYS-based Finite Element Analysis (FEA) proposed the analysis of vibrational and vibrational response under the load situation. The preliminary static analyses showed that the stiffness of the Z-axis was 3630 N per mm at static conditions, indicating a need for reinforcement of the structure. At 42.8 Hz, the primary natural frequency presented some risk of resonance from the fact that it coincided with typical spine speeds. In addition, thermal modelling showed that there is a deviation of 0.08 mm at the tooltip under a gradient of 40℃. Through some geometric and material changes, the Z-axis rigidity increased, and the modal frequency of the first mode increased to 48.6 Hertz. The optimisation strategies were also tested based on structural performance, but on manufacturability and industrial feasibility, so that the potential modifications can be produced in reality in the existing machining centre production systems.

Keywords

FEM, Structural mechanics modelling and design, Design against vibration, Mechanics of materials, Design and manufacturing.

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