MANUFACTURA DE UN CONVERTIDOR PARA MECANIZADO PLANO EN UN TORNO PARALELO Y ELABORACIÓN DE UNA BASE UNIVERSAL COMO ACCESORIO ADICIONAL

Abstract

This project is mainly focused on manufacturing and adapting the converter described in patent NC2022/0003151 to the different workbenches and configurations of parallel lathes in the manufacturing and machining industry. The converter performs the crucial task of converting circular motion into linear motion, thus allowing the manufacturing of complex parts directly from a lathe with ease. The converter design is inspired by the aforementioned patent, which proposes a device for machining keys and gears on parallel lathes. In addition, a universal base is reconfigured that can be adapted to most lathes, thus offering a versatile and valuable solution in various applications. For the development of this project, it is divided into 3 important phases. In the first stage, there is the manufacturing and testing process of the converter described in patent NC2022/0003151, thus giving way to a second phase in which the redesign, manufacturing and testing process of the converter is carried out again, now with a universal base used for its adaptability to the different lathes within an established range. As a final phase, a brief investigation into a market in the manufacturing industry is carried out. Ultimately, the project will not only benefit the industry by improving the efficiency and productivity of parallel lathes, but will also be an important educational tool for mechanical engineering students, introducing them to new concepts about linear machining systems and mechanisms. Furthermore, it is expected that the converter and its universal base can reach a wider market by providing a cost-effective and efficient solution for the manufacturing and machining industry.