Abstract

In this work, a drilling-force model for the use in multibody system simulations is presented. The model is based on drilling-force calculations, collision detection, a compliant contact model, and a method for applying the forces to a multibody environment. The model can be used in two ways. First, it can be used to calculate drilling forces based on a given velocity and angular velocity of the drill. Second, it can be integrated into a model to interact as a body in a multibody scenario and be subjected to an external force and angular velocity.