Along This paper deals with research on firearm barrel processing and aims to improve firearm performance, accuracy, and machinability. The barrel is one of the key parts of a firearm and has a direct impact on shaping the trajectory of ammunition. In particular, durability and reliability are required due to the enormous heat generated as the bullet passes through. In this study, experiments were conducted under the processing conditions used in barrel processing to identify and analyze the characteristics. Various technologies and methods were investigated and analyzed. To achieve this, the cutting force generated during conventional barrel processing was measured to determine the level of stress on the material. In addition, we determined the suitability of tools and cutting conditions used in metal processing to identify conditions that can maximize productivity. This paper is expected to contribute to improving firearm performance by suggesting a plan to optimize processing conditions to the firearms manufacturing industry. Additionally, it can be used as a reference for barrel processing by other researchers.

• 김영호(Dept. of Mechanical System, Jeonbuk National Universty) | Young-Ho Kim
• 이정환(Professor, Dept. of Mechanical System, Jeonbuk Campus of Korea Polytechnic Colleges) | Jeong-Hwan Lee Corresponding author