Academic Catalog

ME551 DESIGN OF HIGH PRECISION CNC MACHINERY

Course Code: 5690551
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 8.0
Department: Mechanical Engineering
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Graduate
Course Coordinator: Prof.Dr. MELÝK DÖLEN
Offered Semester: Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Content

Introduction, analysis/principles/techniques for designing high-precision machines, Abbe and Bryan principles (or options), geometric/thermal error budgeting, thermal effects, machine structures, design of bearing systems/guideways/spindles, measurement systems, machine metrology, electromagnetic actuators and drive systems, high-precision motion control systems, error compensation techniques, advanced interpolator design, machine testing, advanced concepts in precision engineering.