Effect of feed rate and cutting speed on cutting forces developed during machining of epoxy based almond shell (Prunus amygdalus L.) - Coconut fiber (Cocos nucifera) particle reinforced biocomposites

During the manufacture of various components, a number of machining operations are carried out. It is essential to study the cutting process for economic aspects of the manufacturing of the components. To investigate the performance of cutting tool during the cutting, the measurement of cutting forces is essential. This helps the analysis of material cutting. The tool force measurement is an essential tool to analyze the process of material cutting. These test results are used to solve shop floor problems such as tool performance, load exerted on the machine, or on the jigs and fixtures. Effect of feed rate and cutting speed on cutting forces of almond shell and coconut fiber biocomposite was investigated using 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50 weight percentages of almond shell particle and 2, 4, and 6 weight percentages of coconut fiber mixed with epoxy resin. It was found that the cutting force increases at higher rotational speed due to quick carrying out of heat generated during cutting process through tool or chips and hence thermal softness of chips increases the cutting force at higher rotational speed. (c) 2021 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Selection and peer-review under responsibility of the scientific committee of the International Conference on Materials, Processing & Characterization.