Mathematical modeling of delamination factor on end milling of hybrid GFRP composites through RSM

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to develop a mathematical model for delamination during end milling by using response surface methodology (RSM) and to determine how the input parameters (cutting speed, depth of cut and feed rate) influence the output response (delamination) in machining of hybrid glass fibre reinforced plastic (GFRP; abaca and glass) composite using solid carbide end mill cutter.

Design/methodology/approach

Three factors, three levels Box–Behnken design in RSM is used to carry out the experimental investigation. Shop microscope Mitutoyo TM-500 is used to measure the width of maximum damage of the machined hybrid GFRP composites. The “Design Expert 8.0” is used to analyse the data collected graphically. Analysis of variance is carried out to validate the model and for determining the most significant parameter.

Findings

The RSM is used to predict the input factors influencing the delamination on the machined surfaces of hybrid GFRP composite at different cutting conditions with the chosen range of 95 per cent confidence intervals. Analysis on the influences of the entire individual input machining parameters on the delamination has been carried out using RSM.

Originality/value

Effect of milling of hybrid GFRP composite on delamination with solid carbide end mill has not been analysed yet using RSM.

Citation

Jenarthanan, M.P., Lakshman Prakash, A. and Jeyapaul, R. (2016), "Mathematical modeling of delamination factor on end milling of hybrid GFRP composites through RSM", Pigment & Resin Technology, Vol. 45 No. 5, pp. 371-379. https://doi.org/10.1108/PRT-08-2015-0083