Papers by Author: W.J. Xiang

Abstract: Micro-drills are becoming more and more important in precision and micro fabrications. They have been widely used in applications, e.g., precision and micro drilling. In this paper, a novel method is advanced and used for regrinding of chisel edges of helical micro-drills. In this method, a geometric model is established for the chisel edge regrinding. Based on the kinematic relationship of regrinding, the model simplifies machine movement so as to facilitate an easy operation. Computer simulation is applied to the regrinding process of the micro-drills. The results demonstrate that the proposed method is effective in regrinding chisel edges, which allows for a more reasonable distribution of the angles along the chisel edge of a drill, and enhances the drilling performance.

Abstract: In this paper, the characters of the 5-axes NC grinding machine for the drill point MK6335 are introduced. The attributes of Ni Zhifu drill (Chinese multi-facet drill-CMFD) are stressed. The sharpening key technology for the Ni Zhifu drill point in this grinding machine is stated. By using the grinding machine and the key technology, the CMFD can be ground accurately. After ground, the geometric angle error of the drill point is less than 1 degree.