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View article: A Scalable Edge Computing Solution for Real-Time Process Monitoring and Optimization in Industrial IoT
A Scalable Edge Computing Solution for Real-Time Process Monitoring and Optimization in Industrial IoT Open
View article: Innovating Blended Learning Model for Professional Education in Manufacturing
Innovating Blended Learning Model for Professional Education in Manufacturing Open
Advancements in technology and the increasing prevalence of digitalization in industry require a new approach to professional education. The primary objective is to enhance the skills of working professionals, ensure content is relevant to…
View article: Effect of Lubricated Liquid Carbon Dioxide (LCO2 + MQL) on Grinding of AISI 4140 Steel
Effect of Lubricated Liquid Carbon Dioxide (LCO2 + MQL) on Grinding of AISI 4140 Steel Open
This paper investigates the potential of utilizing lubricated liquid carbon dioxide (LCO2 + MQL) as an alternative to conventional flood cooling in grinding operations. This approach could facilitate a transition towards fossil-free produc…
View article: Optimization of industrial grinding processes using the Theory of Aggressiveness: case studies from real-world manufacturing
Optimization of industrial grinding processes using the Theory of Aggressiveness: case studies from real-world manufacturing Open
In the first 60 years of grinding research (1914–1974), various dimensionless parameters were introduced to account for the fundamental mechanics of an abrasive contact. Later, these parameters were superseded by various chip-thickness mod…
View article: Effect of lubricated CO2 on grinding of AISI 4140 steel
Effect of lubricated CO2 on grinding of AISI 4140 steel Open
This paper explores the potential of using lubricated liquid carbon dioxide (LCO2) in grinding processes. Cooling and lubrication are critical in grinding, with conventional flood cooling effectively reducing temperatures and im…
View article: Advances in modeling of fixed-abrasive processes
Advances in modeling of fixed-abrasive processes Open
Research over the last 70 years has led to a better understanding of fixed-abrasive machining processes. This knowledge is often expressed in the form of physical and empirical models that cover forces, power, specific energy, wheel/workpi…
View article: An investigation into the grindability of additively manufactured 42CrMo4 steel
An investigation into the grindability of additively manufactured 42CrMo4 steel Open
This study investigates post-processing of additively manufactured (AM) low-alloy 42CrMo4 steel (AISI 4140) produced by powder bed fusion – laser beam (PBF-LB). While the PBF-LB process produces tempered martensite by in-situ heat-treatmen…
View article: Grinding of Cemented Carbide Using a Vitrified Diamond Pin and Lubricated Liquid Carbon Dioxide
Grinding of Cemented Carbide Using a Vitrified Diamond Pin and Lubricated Liquid Carbon Dioxide Open
Despite extensive research on grinding of cemented carbide, few studies have examined abrasive machining of this material using small-diameter super abrasive tools (also known as grinding pins/points), especially with respect to varying co…
View article: On mechanics and monitoring of plunge-roll rotary dressing of grinding wheels
On mechanics and monitoring of plunge-roll rotary dressing of grinding wheels Open
A study is made into the mechanics and monitoring of rotary plunge-roll dressing of grinding wheels using a roll with multi-layer diamonds contained in a hybrid, metal-ceramic bond. A fundamental relationship is obtained between grinding/d…
View article: The effects of grit properties and dressing on grinding mechanics and wheel performance: Analytical assessment framework
The effects of grit properties and dressing on grinding mechanics and wheel performance: Analytical assessment framework Open
This paper introduces an analytical assessment framework for evaluating grinding wheel performance derived from the model of cutting and sliding grinding force components. Four new parameters are proposed based on wheel topography. These p…
View article: Post-processing of additively manufactured metallic alloys – A review
Post-processing of additively manufactured metallic alloys – A review Open
View article: Comparison of machining performance of stainless steel 316L produced by selective laser melting and electron beam melting
Comparison of machining performance of stainless steel 316L produced by selective laser melting and electron beam melting Open
Powder bed fusion based additively manufactured SS 316L components fall short of surface integrity requirements needed for optimal functional performance. Hence, machining is required to achieve dimensional accuracy and to enhance surface …
View article: A lapping-based test method to investigate wear behaviour of bonded-abrasive tools
A lapping-based test method to investigate wear behaviour of bonded-abrasive tools Open
Grinding-wheel wear is a critical factor affecting grinding performance and tool cost. Unfortunately, wear tests – particularly with superabrasives – can be notoriously time-consuming. Therefore, a novel lapping-based method is proposed fo…
View article: Investigation of the surface integrity of mechano-chemically finished powder metallurgy gears
Investigation of the surface integrity of mechano-chemically finished powder metallurgy gears Open
Automotive gears are facing stringent requirements regarding weight and functional surfaces, especially in view of the electric powertrain. To achieve these demands, powder metallurgy gears need to be finished using grinding, and in certai…
View article: Mechanics of self-rotating double-disc grinding process
Mechanics of self-rotating double-disc grinding process Open
Unlike most double-disc grinding processes, which use forced workpiece rotation, some double-disc processes rely on workpiece self-rotation driven by non-uniform shear forces resulting from partial wheel-workpiece coverage. This self-rotat…
View article: Influence of batch-to-batch material variations on grindability of a medium‑carbon steel
Influence of batch-to-batch material variations on grindability of a medium‑carbon steel Open
This study addresses the influence of material variations on the grindability of crankshaft steel. Most previous studies on the effect of material microstructure on grindability involve comparisons of significantly different steel grades. …
View article: The role of microstructural characteristics of additively manufactured Alloy 718 on tool wear in machining
The role of microstructural characteristics of additively manufactured Alloy 718 on tool wear in machining Open
This study aims to provide a fundamental understanding of the role of microstructural characteristics influencing tool wear when machining Alloy 718 fabricated using Powder Bed Fusion (PBF). The effects of preferred crystallographic orient…
View article: Evaluation of subcooled MQL in cBN hard turning of powder-based Cr-Mo-V tool steel using simulations and experiments
Evaluation of subcooled MQL in cBN hard turning of powder-based Cr-Mo-V tool steel using simulations and experiments Open
Metal cutting fluids for improved cooling and lubrication are an environmental risk and a health risk for workers. Minimizing water consumption in industry is also a goal for a more sustainable production. Therefore, metal cutting emulsion…
View article: The role of specific energy in micro-grinding of titanium alloy
The role of specific energy in micro-grinding of titanium alloy Open
View article: Evaluation of Subcooled MQL in cBN Hard Turning of powder-based Cr-Mo-V Tool Steel Using Simulations and Experiments
Evaluation of Subcooled MQL in cBN Hard Turning of powder-based Cr-Mo-V Tool Steel Using Simulations and Experiments Open
Metal cutting fluids for improved cooling and lubrication are an environmental risk and a health risk for workers. Minimizing water consumption in industry is also a goal for a more sustainable production. Therefore, metal cutting emulsion…
View article: Verification of electric steel punching simulation results using microhardness
Verification of electric steel punching simulation results using microhardness Open
One of the most dominant manufacturing methods in the production of electromechanical devices from sheet metal is punching. In punching, the material undergoes plastic deformation and finally fracture. Punching of an electrical steel sheet…
View article: The effects of liquid-CO2 cooling, MQL and cutting parameters on drilling performance
The effects of liquid-CO2 cooling, MQL and cutting parameters on drilling performance Open
An investigation is made into the effects of liquid carbon dioxide (LCO2) cooling, minimum-quantity lubrication (MQL) and cutting speed in drilling. Experimental measurements of torque, thrust force and temperature are made over a wide ran…
View article: Grinding and fine finishing of future automotive powertrain components
Grinding and fine finishing of future automotive powertrain components Open
The automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation driven by regulations and a fast-paced electrification. A critical analysis of technological trends and associated requirements for major automotive powertrain components is carr…
View article: Application of the dimensionless Aggressiveness number in abrasive processes
Application of the dimensionless Aggressiveness number in abrasive processes Open
The chip thickness is often used to characterize abrasive processes, particularly grinding. Unfortunately, because of the seemingly random nature of the geometrically undefined cutting points and difficulty in estimating the cutting-point …
View article: On assessing grindability of recycled and ore-based crankshaft steel: an approach combining data analysis with material science
On assessing grindability of recycled and ore-based crankshaft steel: an approach combining data analysis with material science Open
Material-related grindability variations when grinding recycled and ore-based steel can significantly impair the process efficiency during finishing of automotive crankshafts. To address this problem and to achieve more robust grinding pro…
View article: Modeling of micro-grinding forces considering dressing parameters and tool deflection
Modeling of micro-grinding forces considering dressing parameters and tool deflection Open
The prediction of cutting forces is critical for the control and optimization of machining processes. This paper is concerned with developing prediction model for cutting forces in micro-grinding. The approach is based on the probabilistic…
View article: On geometry and kinematics of abrasive processes: The theory of aggressiveness
On geometry and kinematics of abrasive processes: The theory of aggressiveness Open
Due to the stochastic nature of the abrasive-tool topography, abrasive processes are difficult to model and quantify. In contrast, their macro geometry and kinematics are usually well defined and straightforwardly controlled on machine too…
View article: Surface integrity in micro-grinding of Ti6Al4V considering the specific micro-grinding energy
Surface integrity in micro-grinding of Ti6Al4V considering the specific micro-grinding energy Open
View article: Surface Integrity of Machined Electron Beam Melted Ti6Al4V Alloy Manufactured with Different Contour Settings and Heat Treatment
Surface Integrity of Machined Electron Beam Melted Ti6Al4V Alloy Manufactured with Different Contour Settings and Heat Treatment Open
View article: Physics-based approach for predicting dissolution‒diffusion tool wear in machining
Physics-based approach for predicting dissolution‒diffusion tool wear in machining Open
A new approach is proposed to predict the thermally-activated dissolution-diffusion wear of carbide tools. Departing from the iterative procedure used for such nonlinear processes, a direct response surface approach that correlates the cut…