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Computer-aided efficient design and performance optimization of cutting head for roadheader.

Xin Jin¹, Guochao Zhao², Lijuan Zhao²

¹School of Mechanical Engineering, Liaoning Technical University, Fuxin, 123000, China. jx032615@163.com.

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This study introduces a computer-aided method for designing and optimizing roadheader cutting heads. The developed virtual prototype model ensures efficient coal-rock cutting head design with improved performance.

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Area of Science:

Mechanical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Computational Engineering

Background:

The cutting head is crucial for roadheader efficiency in coal-rock excavation.
Optimizing cutting head design is key to advancing roadheader digging and mining technology.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a computer-aided method for the structural design and performance optimization of roadheader cutting heads.
To develop a virtual prototype model for realistic cutting performance simulation.

Main Methods:

Utilizing cutting head design theory and virtual prototype technology.
Developing calculation code for data processing and establishing an Excel-based data storage system.
Constructing a coupled model of the cutting head and rock wall for simulation.

Main Results:

A database was established linking structural parameters, working conditions, coal-rock properties, and cutting performance through simulations.
The computer-aided method was applied to design the cutting head for the EBZ220 roadheader.
The designed cutting head demonstrated good working performance.

Conclusions:

The proposed method enables fast and efficient design of roadheader cutting heads.
The developed approach facilitates the optimization of cutting head performance for improved mining operations.