Finite element analysis of residual stresses in machining.

Residual stresses play an important role in the service quality of a component. Therefore, it is essential to predict and control residual stresses on the machined surface and subsurface. The paper is focused on the numerical prediction of residual stresses in the orthogonal cutting process of a mild steel. An advanced approach to model heat transfer phenomena at the tool-chip interface was included in the numerical simulation. The FEM results were compared with some experimental data obtained turning AISI 1045 steel using uncoated WC tool. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]