Experimental estimation of chip shrinkage under cup-tip cutting with straight and radius cutters

In the given work we present the results of experimental estimation of chip shrinkage under turning with straight and radius cutters for two schemes of cutting: "direct" and "reverse". Ratios of thickening, broadening and longitudinal shrinkage of the chip were established as shrinkage parameters. The given paper presents the graphic charts showing dependences of shrinkage upon cutting depth, supply and cutting edge inclination which indicate the deformations taking place in the cutting area when cutting with cup-tip cutters. The authors show the significant difference in the character and degree of chip shrinkage when working according to various schemes of cutting.