Hybridizing Taguchi Algorithm with Reference Ideal Method to Solve Machining Problems

Abstract

New materials lead to the occurrence of high technology industries. These materials are high strength, corrosion and heat resistant steel alloys, titanium, ceramics, composites, and other non-metallic materials. Conventional machining methods are not proper to machine these materials in terms of high surface quality. Such materials are generally processed using non-traditional machining methods. Multi criteria decision making models (MCDM) are extensively used in material-process selection, and optimization of machining problems in engineering. In this study, a novel hybrid optimization model is proposed. Taguchi method is hybridized with Reference Ideal Method. The model is tested using two case studies (conventional and non-traditional machining problems) taken from literature. The proposed model can be used by engineers and operators in manufacturing environment