Mazak’s Integrex i-630 multitasking machining center shown with an aircraft engine case can accommodate a maximum workpiece size of 41.34" diameter × 39.37" high (1050 × 1000 mm) for simultaneous five-axis machining plus turning.
Matching Processes to New Materials
“The machining solutions for higher efficiency engines that are designed to achieve higher by-pass ratios and higher com-
bustion temperatures must deal with more exotic alloys and more exotic cooling solutions in the turbine stage,” said Greg Hyatt, vice president and chief technical officer, DMG / Mori Seiki USA (Hoffman Estates, IL). “The newest blisk and blade designs can’t be machined with older four-axis machines. All of the new designs require five-axis machining capability and processes that can handle difficult-to-machine materials.” To meet these uniquely challenging machining require- ments, DMG / Mori Seiki has developed new processes for machining heat-resistant materials like titanium aluminide, sintered nickel-based alloys, and carbon fiber for structural components for its machining center technology. “Pinch
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