Abstract

QUIROGA, Jabid; CACERES, Edwin  and  PADILLA, Carlos. Optimization of pockets machining using Firefly algorithm. Rev. Fac. Ing. UCV [online]. 2015, vol.30, n.1, pp.93-104. ISSN 0798-4065.

In this paper, a route optimization method for roughing and finishing of cavities in machining processes is presented using Firefly Algorithm to find an optimal solution to the Traveling Salesman Problem (TSP). The proposed algorithm is implemented in Matlab® software. The tuning of the firefly parameters (number of fireflies n and number of movements βo) is performed by a statistical analysis of variance ANOVA. Simulations show a better performance of the firefly algorithm implemented compared with commercial software in minimization the machining trajectory, i.e. retraction and cutting time.

Keywords : Pocket Milling; Rough Cutting; Finish Cutting; Machining Route Optimization; Firefly Algorithm; TSP; CAD/ CAM.

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