Variable feedrate CNC interpolation for planar implicit curves

The machining of planar implicit curves is common in computer numerical control (CNC) machining. It is usually carried out through approximating these curves as segments of straight line/circular arc for CNC interpolation. This paper considers real-time variable feedrate interpolation of planar implicit curves. Geometric entities of planar implicit curves were related to motion entities along the curve. The results were then used to develop real-time variable feedrate schemes for geometry-dependent feedrate and time-varying feedrate interpolation in general. Detailed schemes have been worked out for the cases of varying the feedrate for constant contour error and for initial acceleration/final deceleration. Examples have been provided to demonstrate how these schemes can be used in combination to enhance the efficiency of machining. They demonstrate how the feedrate for curve interpolation can be varied according to feedrate and feed-acceleration constraints on the machine tool and contour error constraint on the machined product.