Adaptronic applications in cutting machines

Adaptronic systems are able to improve high performance cutting technologies making them more stable, economic and efficient leading to a higher product quality. The main objectives of adaptronic systems in production technologies, beyond controlling process parameters, are either reducing vibration or generating them. The latter topic is a highly innovative area of research since it offers alternative approaches to improve product quality and optimize machining processes regarding efficiency and economy. Current research at Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU focuses on facilitating the transfer of scientific knowledge to industrial solutions. Therefore, possible reasons preventing industrial application of adaptronic systems in cutting machines are identified and initial ideas to overcome these problems are presented.