Predictive simulation of damping effects in machine tools

A predictive simulation of the different damping effects in machine tools is required to optimize the dynamic behavior and thus increase their performance and working accuracy. Previously, holistic optimization based on damping was not possible due to non-predictive damping models and the lack of adequate modeling approaches. This paper presents a modeling approach, which allows the efficient simulation of the dynamic behavior. By applying this procedure and suitable damping and friction models, the dynamic behavior of a four-axes machining center was simulated with high accuracy – FRAC values above 95% were achieved.