Influence of Dielectric Jet Flushing during Electro Discharge Diamond Surface Grinding Process

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The influence of dielectric jet flushing during Electro Discharge Diamond Surface Grinding (EDDSG) on Ti-6A-4V has been reported in this paper. The metal bonded diamond grinding wheel is used as electrode in Electro Discharge Diamond Surface Grinding process. In this process mechanical grinding is coupled with electrical spark of electrical discharge machine to take up the advantages associated with hybrid machining process. The important input parameters in this investigation were “duty factor”, “wheel speed (rpm)”, “magnitude of current (ampere)” and its “duration (Ton, micro-second)”. The effects of these parameters on outcomes i.e. material removal rate (MRR) and surface roughness (Ra) are measured. The noticeable enhancements in material removal rate and surface finish have been seen during EDDSG of Ti-6Al-4V with effective jet flushing. The performance of EDDSG with jet flushing and without jet flushing has been compared.

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Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 652-654)

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2187-2190

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January 2013

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