CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OF COST OPTIMIZED AUTOMATED GEAR DEBURRING MACHINE

Abstract

Gears are an integral part of each and every mechanism that is used as a power-transmitting element. They are also used to increase or decrease the speed as per the requirements. Such gears have to be manufactured with the utmost care, accounting for their precision, strength, and durability. These gears are typically manufactured using a gear hobbing machine. The gears that are manufactured need to undergo their final finishing process, i.e., the removal of burrs that are an integral component of the gears, regardless of the manufacturing process adopted. These burrs drastically lower the power transmission's functionality, efficiency, and lifespan. Thus, the goal of the research paper is to develop a conceptual design for an automated gear deburring system that optimizes the cost.