Research Article

Analysis and Optimization of Cutting Tool Coating Effects on Surface Roughness and Cutting Forces on Turning of AA 6061 Alloy

Table 3

Turning parameters and levels.

ParameterSymbolLevel ILevel IILevel III

Cutting toolsCtUncoatedCoated 
Cutting speed (m/min)Vc250300350
Feed rate (mm/rev)f0.10.150.2
Depth of cut (mm)a11.52