Tool Rake Angle in Merchant Force Circle Formulas

Tool rake angle is the angle of orientation of tool’s rake surface from the reference plane and measured on machine longitudinal plane. And is denoted by α_tool. Tool Rake Angle is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Tool Rake Angle is always negative.

Merchant Force Circle formulas that make use of Tool Rake Angle

fxFriction angle for given R of merchant circle, force along shear, shear, and normal rake angleGo

FAQ

What is the Tool Rake Angle?

Tool rake angle is the angle of orientation of tool’s rake surface from the reference plane and measured on machine longitudinal plane. Tool Rake Angle is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Tool Rake Angle is always negative.

Can the Tool Rake Angle be negative?

Yes, the Tool Rake Angle, measured in Angle can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Tool Rake Angle?

Tool Rake Angle is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Tool Rake Angle can be measured.

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