An Investigation of the Influences of EDM Parameters and Tool Geometries on Radial Overcut for Monel 400 Material with Tungsten Copper Electrode

Abstract:

Electrical-discharge Machining (EDM) is a nonconventional machining process utilizing an electric spark discharge from the electrode (-) towards the work piece (+) through the dielectric fluid. The Dimensional accuracy in this is very important consideration for the accuracy of the finished product. The objective of this experimental study is to determine parameters that offer the best dimensional accuracy in electrical discharge machining (EDM). Discharge current (A), Pulse On Time (T_on), Pulse Off Time (T_off ) and Circle,Rectangle,Triangle and Square Tool Geometrical Shapes (Geo) are taken as machining parameters. The experimental investigations are carried out on Monel 400 material using Tungsten copper electrode. The response of ROC is considered for improving the machining efficiency. Optimal combination of parameters was obtained Taguchi Optimization technique. The confirmation experiments results shows that the significant improvement in Radial Overcut was obtained. ANOVA have been used to analyze the contribution of individual parameters on ROC. The experimental result demonstrates that the Taguchi method satisfies the practical requirements

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 766-767)
• Pages: 908-913
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.766-767.908
• Online since: June 2015
• Authors: P. Padmini*, S. Senthamilperarasu, B. Shanmuganathan, N.R.R. Anbusagar, P. Sengottuvel
• Keywords: Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), Radial Overcut (ROC)

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