scholarly journals Experimental Investigations and Regression Analysis based Mathematical Modelling for Tool Life under Minimum Quantity Lubrication

Author(s):  
Shrikant U. Gunjal, et al., Shrikant U. Gunjal, et al., ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 168781401771061 ◽  
Author(s):  
Duc Tran Minh ◽  
Long Tran The ◽  
Ngoc Tran Bao

In this article, an attempt has been made to explore the potential performance of Al2O3 nanoparticle–based cutting fluid in hard milling of hardened 60Si2Mn steel (50-52 HRC) under different minimum quantity lubrication conditions. The comparison of hard milling under minimum quantity lubrication conditions is done between pure cutting fluids and nanofluids (in terms of surface roughness, cutting force, tool wear, and tool life). Hard milling under minimum quantity lubrication conditions with nanofluid Al2O3 of 0.5% volume has shown superior results. The improvement in tool life almost 177%–230% (depending on the type of nanofluid) and the reduction in surface roughness and cutting forces almost 35%–60% have been observed under minimum quantity lubrication with Al2O3 nanofluids due to better tribological behavior as well as cooling and lubricating effects. The most outstanding result is that the uncoated cemented carbide insert can be effectively used in machining high-hardness steels (>50 HRC) while maintaining long tool life and good surface integrity (Ra = 0.08–0.35 µm; Rz = 0.5–2.0 µm, equivalent to finish grinding) rather than using the costlier tools like coated carbide, ceramic, and (P)CBN. Therefore, using hard nanoparticle–reinforced cutting fluid under minimum quantity lubrication conditions in practical manufacturing becomes very promising.


2012 ◽  
Vol 155-156 ◽  
pp. 42-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Song Mei Yuan ◽  
Si Liu ◽  
Lu Tao Yan ◽  
Qing Chun Xiong

Stricter environmental regulations are making the use of an ample amount of conventional coolant impossible because of its negative impact on the environment. Consequently, the use of minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) has been regarded as an promising alternative to conventional fluid coolant applications. Despite several studies, there have been a few investigations about the influence of the MQL nozzle position, such as distance from tool-workpiece contact zone, elevation angles, the included angle between jet direction and feed direction. The current study presents experimental investigations on influences of the above parameters on performance in end milling. Tool wear and surface roughness are experimentally studied to compare the effects of different positions. The results show that the setting location of the nozzle is an important factor regarding the effective application of MQL oil mist.


2012 ◽  
Vol 579 ◽  
pp. 193-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kuan Ming Li

Mechanical micromachining is a promising technique for making complex microstructures. It is challenging to apply mechanical micromachining in the industry due to the low strength of micro tools. Therefore, it is not easy to accurately control the product dimension error and to raise the production rate. In this paper, the applications of minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) in micro-milling and micro-grinding are presented. MQL is considered as a green manufacturing technology in metal cutting due to its low impact on the environment and human health. This study compares the tool wear and surface roughness in MQL micromachining to completely dry condition based on experimental investigations. The supply of MQL in vibration-assisted grinding is also studied. It is found that the use of MQL results in longer tool life and better surface roughness in mechanical micromachining.


2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 5900-5905

This research deals the experimental works on the effect of minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) and dry cutting towards the cutting tool life and chip morphology in high-speed milling of aluminum alloy 7075-T6 with uncoated carbide tools. MQL and dry cutting were eco-friendly approaches that highlight essential issues in the field of manufacturing technology. Thus, further investigation required to observe the intensity of those approaches. The experiment was done on computer numerical control (CNC) five axes milling machine at distinct machining parameters, which are cutting speed (500 and 600 m/min), feed rate (0.12 and 0.15 mm/tooth) and axial depth of cut (1.4 and 1.7 mm), while the radial depth of cut restricted to 7 mm. The effect of fluid approaches and machining parameters on eight samples have analyzed the result of the setting of three factors and two levels in accordance with the full factorial design and analyzed further using ANOVA. The MQL flow rate was set at 100 mL/h. The tool life criterion was determined when the tool wear failure reached 0.30 mm. The chips collected from all machining conditions were taken to be examined using an optical microscope. The empirical model of tool life for the MQL and dry cutting has been developed within the experimental ranges evaluated. The prolonged tool lifespan beyond 20.14 minutes and favorable chip formation were obtained at 500 and 600 m/min, 0.12 mm/tooth, and 1.40 mm, respectively under MQL 100 mL/h. MQL 100 mL/h appeared to be one fit for metal cutting industry that prioritizes clean and green machining as well as the use of appropriate machining parameters as it leads to economic benefits in terms of fluid cost-saving and the better machinability.


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