I'm in the middle of a literature review in an effort to do two things. One, I'm looking to see what has been done before, and two, I'm attempting to sort out the math involved with designing machine tools well. Below I've the bibliographic entries for the papers I've pulled for review. I'll need to double or triple the number of papers before I will begin to understand the true nature of my undertaking.

I'm currently working my way through the frame design portion of the list as it is the most pertinent to me right now. The results of my review will be used to select appropriate FEA and FEM software to begin design and analysis based on the design requirements.

Frame Design

• Bamberg, Eberhard, and Alexander H Slocum. 2000. “Principles of Rapid Machine Design.” Mechanical Engineering, 212.
• Darvekar, Sanjay, a. B Koteswara Rao, S. Shankar Ganesh, and K. Ramji. 2013. “Optimal Design and Development of a 2-DOF PKM-Based Machine Tool.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 67 (5-8): 1609–21. doi:10.1007/s00170-012-4594-1.
• Garro, O., and P. Martin. 1993. “Towards New Architectures of Machine Tools.” International Journal of Production Research. doi:10.1080/00207549308956865.
• GARRO, O., P. MARTIN, and H. MARTI. 1992. “Algebraic Description for Machine Tool Design.” International Journal of Production Research. doi:10.1080/00207549208948179.
• Hung, Jui Pin, Yuan Lung Lai, Tzuo Liang Luo, and Hsin Chuan Su. 2013. “Analysis of the Machining Stability of a Milling Machine Considering the Effect of Machine Frame Structure and Spindle Bearings: Experimental and Finite Element Approaches.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 68 (9-12): 2393–2405. doi:10.1007/s00170-013-4848-6.
• Huo, Dehong, and Kai Cheng. 2008. “A Dynamics-Driven Approach to Precision Machines Design for Micro-Manufacturing and Its Implementation Perspectives.” doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/B978-008045263-0/50007-6.
• Huo, Dehong, Kai Cheng, and Frank Wardle. 2010a. “Design of a Five-Axis Ultra-Precision Micro-Milling Machine-UltraMill. Part 1: Holistic Design Approach, Design Considerations and Specifications.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 47 (9-12): 867–77. doi:10.1007/s00170-009-2128-2.
• ———. 2010b. “Design of a Five-Axis Ultra-Precision Micro-Milling Machine-UltraMill. Part 2: Integrated Dynamic Modelling, Design Optimisation and Analysis.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 47 (9-12): 879–90. doi:10.1007/s00170-009-2129-1.
• Kono, D, T Lorenzer, and S Weikert. 2010. “Comparison of Rigid Body Mechanics and Finite Element Method for Machine Tool Evaluation,” 1–26. doi:10.3929/ethz-a-006111492.
• Li, Baotong, Jun Hong, and Zhifeng Liu. 2014. “Stiffness Design of Machine Tool Structures by a Biologically Inspired Topology Optimization Method.” International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 84. Elsevier: 33–44. doi:10.1016/j.ijmachtools.2014.03.005.
• Park, Sung-Ryung, and Seung-Han Yang. 2010. “Design of a 5-Axis Machine Tool Considering Geometric Errors.” International Journal of Modern Physics B 24 (15n16): 2484–89. doi:10.1142/S0217979210065131.
• Zhang, Jianfu, Pingfa Feng, Chuang Chen, Dingwen Yu, and Zhijun Wu. 2013. “A Method for Thermal Performance Modeling and Simulation of Machine Tools.” The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 68 (5-8): 1517–27. doi:10.1007/s00170-013-4939-4.

Spindle Design

• Liang, Yingchun, Wanqun Chen, Yazhou Sun, Nan Yu, Peng Zhang, and Haitao Liu. 2014. “An Expert System for Hydro/aero-Static Spindle Design Used in Ultra Precision Machine Tool.” Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 30 (2). Elsevier: 107–13. doi:10.1016/j.rcim.2013.09.006.
• Liu, Junfeng, and Xiaoan Chen. 2014. “Dynamic Design for Motorized Spindles Based on an Integrated Model.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 1–14. doi:10.1007/s00170-014-5640-y.
• Sabirov, Fan, D. Suslov, and Sergey Savinov. 2012. “Diagnostics of Spindle Unit, Model Design and Analysis.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 62 (9-12): 861–65. doi:10.1007/s00170-011-3848-7.
• Salgado, D. R., and F. J. Alonso. 2008. “Optimal Machine Tool Spindle Drive Gearbox Design.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 37 (9-10): 851–60. doi:10.1007/s00170-007-1028-6.

Control Theory

• Ahmad, Rafiq, Stephane Tichadou, and Jean-Yves Hascoet. 2012. “3D Safe and Intelligent Trajectory Generation for Multi-Axis Machine Tools Using Machine Vision.” International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing 26 (4): 1–21. doi:10.1080/0951192X.2012.717720.
• Bi, Qing-Zhen, Yu-Han Wang, and Han Ding. 2010. “A GPU-Based Algorithm for Generating Collision-Free and Orientation-Smooth Five-Axis Finishing Tool Paths of a Ball-End Cutter.” International Journal of Production Research 48 (4): 1105–24. doi:10.1080/00207540802570685.
• Cai, Ningxu, Lihui Wang, and Hsi-Yung Feng. 2008. “Adaptive Setup Planning of Prismatic Parts for Machine Tools with Varying Configurations.” International Journal of Production Research 46 (3): 571–94. doi:10.1080/00207540600849125.
• Chen, Jin Hung, Syh Shiuh Yeh, and Jin Tsu Sun. 2011. “An S-Curve Acceleration/deceleration Design for CNC Machine Tools Using Quintic Feedrate Function.” Computer-Aided Design and Applications 8 (4): 583–92. doi:10.3722/cadaps.2011.583-592.
• Cheng, Xiang, Li Li, Yumei Huang, Shuangjie Zhou, Xianhai Yang, and Junying Liu. 2013. “Study on the Error Distribution and Key Parameters for a Desktop Multi-Axis Micro Milling Machine Tool.” The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 67 (9-12): 2521–27. doi:10.1007/s00170-012-4669-z.
• Gilles, P., J. Senatore, S. Segonds, F. Monies, and W. Rubio. 2012. “Determination of Angular Fields Outside Low and High Collisions to Mill Free-Form Surfaces on 5-Axis CNC Machines.” International Journal of Production Research 50 (4): 1045–61. doi:10.1080/00207543.2010.549519.
• Kumar, K. Siva, and G. Paulraj. 2012. “Geometric Error Control of Workpiece during Drilling through Optimisation of Fixture Parameter Using a Genetic Algorithm.” International Journal of Production Research 50 (12): 3450–69. doi:10.1080/00207543.2011.588616.
• Lee, Kwang Il, Jae Chang Lee, and Seung Han Yang. 2013. “The Optimal Design of a Measurement System to Measure the Geometric Errors of Linear Axes.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 66 (1-4): 141–49. doi:10.1007/s00170-012-4312-z.
• Lee, Rong Shen, and Mei Ko Ren. 2011. “Development of Virtual Machine Tool for Simulation and Evaluation.” Computer-Aided Design and Applications 8 (6): 849–58. doi:10.3722/cadaps.2011.849-858.
• MACCHIAROLI, R., and S. RIEMMA. 1996. “Design of a Tool Management System in a Flexible Cell.” International Journal of Production Research. doi:10.1080/00207549608904933.
• Nie, Y. H., F. Z. Fang, and X. D. Zhang. 2013. “System Design of Maxwell Force Driving Fast Tool Servos Based on Model Analysis.” The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 72 (1-4): 25–32. doi:10.1007/s00170-013-4968-z.
• Rai, Jitender K., Daniel Brand, Mohammed Slama, and Paul Xirouchakis. 2011. “Optimal Selection of Cutting Parameters in Multi-Tool Milling Operations Using a Genetic Algorithm.” International Journal of Production Research 49 (10): 3045–68. doi:10.1080/00207540903382873.
• Yoon, Joung-Hahn. 2003. “Tool Tip Gouging Avoidance and Optimal Tool Positioning for 5-Axis Sculptured Surface Machining.” International Journal of Production Research 41 (10): 2125–42. doi:10.1080/0020754031000087319.

Other

• Cheng, Xiang, Yumei Huang, Shuangjie Zhou, Junying Liu, and Xianhai Yang. 2012. “Study on the Generative Design Method and Error Budget of a Novel Desktop Multi-Axis Laser Machine for Micro Tool Fabrications.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 60 (5-8): 545–52. doi:10.1007/s00170-011-3630-x.
• Lee, Wonseok, and Young-Bong Bang. 2003. “Design and Implementation of an ISO14649-Compliant CNC Milling Machine.” International Journal of Production Research 41 (13): 3007–17. doi:10.1080/0020754031000106434.
• Liu, Linyan, Barrett S. Caldwell, Huifen Wang, and Ying Li. 2014. “A Knowledge-Centric CNC Machine Tool Design and Development Process Management Framework.” International Journal of Production Research 52 (20): 6033–51. doi:10.1080/00207543.2014.906760.
• Siller, H. R., C. Vila, C. a. Rodríguez, and J. V. Abellán. 2009. “Study of Face Milling of Hardened AISI D3 Steel with a Special Design of Carbide Tools.” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 40 (1-2): 12–25. doi:10.1007/s00170-007-1309-0.
• TERRY, W. ROBERT, REUVEN KARNI, and YANG-JENQ HUANG. 1992. “Concurrent Tool and Production System Design for a Surface Broach Cutting Tool: A Knowledge-Based Systems Approach.” International Journal of Production Research. doi:10.1080/00207549208942891.
• Vichare, Parag, Aydin Nassehi, and Stephen T Newman. 2011. “Unified Representation of Fixtures: Clamping, Locating and Supporting Elements in CNC Manufacture” 49 (16): 5017–32. doi:10.1080/00207543.2010.518992.
• Xu, Zhengyang, Jia Liu, Qing Xu, Ting Gong, Dong Zhu, and Ningsong Qu. 2015. “The Tool Design and Experiments on Electrochemical Machining of a Blisk Using Multiple Tube Electrodes.” The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 79 (1-4): 531–39. doi:10.1007/s00170-015-6815-x.