Optimal selection of feed electric drives for boring machines

In this paper are analyzed and formulated the main requirements for the drive systems of a class of modernized boring machines with digital program control. On this basis, a methodology for optimal selection of feed drives is offered. The respective algorithm takes into account the specific features of the technological process, the treated material, the tools used and their wear, the mechanical gears types and the guides. Concrete examples with DC and AC electric drives are presented, illustrating the practical application of the methodology. The research held as well as the results obtained can be used in the development of such electric drives for the studied class of machine tools with digital program control. (paper)