Economical optimization of tool replacement intervals

Abstract

On the basis of tool life stochastic distributions and tool reliability for the case of tool failure by wear, develops a model for determining optimal tool replacement intervals coupled with the forecasting of tool replacement in a computer‐integrated manufacturing environment. With this model, the optimal tool replacement interval for minimum production cost can be determined. Also presents the application of the model to a milling process to illustrate the optimization procedure.

Citation

Jianqiang, M. and Moi Keow, L. (1997), "Economical optimization of tool replacement intervals", Integrated Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 8 No. 1, pp. 59-62. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576069710158817