scholarly journals An experimental study on the effect of parameters on the depth of crater machined by electrostatic field–induced electrolyte jet micro electrical discharge machining

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 168781401664388 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yaou Zhang ◽  
Ning Han ◽  
Xiaoming Kang ◽  
Wansheng Zhao
Author(s):  
Yaou Zhang ◽  
Ning Han ◽  
Xiaoming Kang ◽  
Shuhuai Lan ◽  
Wansheng Zhao

Electrostatic field–induced electrolyte jet micro electrical discharge machining relies on the cyclic and pulsating electrical discharge between the tip of the fine jet, and the workpiece to remove the debris. To further explore the processing characteristics, the single-pulsating discharge experiments have been carried out with the NaCl electrolyte as the jet solution and the silicon wafer as the workpiece. The experimental results have shown that the crater size after a single electrostatic field–induced electrolyte jet discharge increases with an increase in the voltage applied between the nozzle and the workpiece and increases with an increase in the electrolyte concentration, but declines with an increase in the nozzle-to-workpiece distance. Moreover, the crater size has no direct relationship with the machining polarity, but slightly declines with an increase in the inner diameter of the nozzle. Finally, the conclusion that the parameters which influence the charge density on the electrolyte jet surface can determine the diameter of the single-discharge crater has also been drawn.


Author(s):  
Zhang Yaou ◽  
Han Ning ◽  
Kang Xiaoming ◽  
Zhao Wansheng ◽  
Xu Kaixian

In this study, a new electrostatic field–induced electrolyte jet electrical discharge machining method has been proposed, which can automatically generate the tool electrode. Then, a series of experiments have been carried out to reveal the machining mechanism and test the machining ability of this method. The continuous observation experiments and the online current detection experiments have demonstrated that the electrolyte jet discharge machining is a pulsing, dynamic and cyclic process. Moreover, the 20-min time long reverse polarity experiments on the silicon surface have revealed that the machining is an electrical discharge machining process during the negative polarity machining; however, in the positive polarity machining, it is a hybrid electrical discharge machining and electrochemical machining process. Furthermore, the craters as small as 2 µm in diameter on stainless steel and silicon are produced by this electrolyte jet electrical discharge machining, which has proved the micro-machining ability of this method.


2013 ◽  
Vol 113 (23) ◽  
pp. 233301 ◽  
Author(s):  
I. M. F. Bragança ◽  
P. A. R. Rosa ◽  
F. M. Dias ◽  
P. A. F. Martins ◽  
L. L. Alves

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 219-229
Author(s):  
Baocheng Xie ◽  
Jianguo Liu ◽  
Yongqiu Chen

Background: Micro-Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) milling is widely used in the processing of complex cavities and micro-three-dimensional structures, which is a more effective processing method for micro-precision parts. Thus, more attention has been paid on the micro-EDM milling. Objective : To meet the increasing requirement of machining quality and machining efficiency of micro- EDM milling, the processing devices and processing methods of micro-EDM milling are being improved continuously. Methods: This paper reviews various current representative patents related to the processing devices and processing methods of micro-EDM milling. Results: Through summarizing a large number of patents about processing devices and processing methods of micro-EDM milling, the main problems of current development, such as the strategy of electrode wear compensation and the development trends of processing devices and processing methods of micro-EDM milling are discussed. Conclusion: The optimization of processing devices and processing methods of micro-EDM milling are conducive to solving the problems of processing efficiency and quality. More relevant patents will be invented in the future.


Author(s):  
Gurpreet Singh ◽  
DR Prajapati ◽  
PS Satsangi

The micro-electrical discharge machining process is hindered by low material removal rate and low surface quality, which bound its capability. The assistance of ultrasonic vibration and magnetic pulling force in micro-electrical discharge machining helps to overcome this limitation and increase the stability of the machining process. In the present research, an attempt has been made on Taguchi based GRA optimization for µEDM assisted with ultrasonic vibration and magnetic pulling force while µEDM of SKD-5 die steel with the tubular copper electrode. The process parameters such as ultrasonic vibration, magnetic pulling force, tool rotation, energy and feed rate have been chosen as process variables. Material removal rate and taper of the feature have been selected as response measures. From the experimental study, it has been found that response output measures have been significantly improved by 18% as compared to non assisted µEDM. The best optimal combination of input parameters for improved performance measures were recorded as machining with ultrasonic vibration (U1), 0.25 kgf of magnetic pulling force (M1), 600 rpm of tool rotation (R2), 3.38 mJ of energy (E3) and 1.5 mm/min of Tool feed rate (F3). The confirmation trail was also carried out for the validation of the results attained by Grey Relational Analysis and confirmed that there is a substantial improvement with both assistance applied simultaneously.


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