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JournalISSN: 0890-6955

International Journal of Machine Tools & Manufacture 

Elsevier BV
About: International Journal of Machine Tools & Manufacture is an academic journal published by Elsevier BV. The journal publishes majorly in the area(s): Machining & Machine tool. It has an ISSN identifier of 0890-6955. Over the lifetime, 4001 publications have been published receiving 250220 citations.


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TL;DR: Electrical discharge machining (EDM) has been continuously evolving from a mere tool and die making process to a micro-scale application machining alternative attracting a significant amount of research interests as mentioned in this paper.
Abstract: Electrical discharge machining (EDM) is a well-established machining option for manufacturing geometrically complex or hard material parts that are extremely difficult-to-machine by conventional machining processes. The non-contact machining technique has been continuously evolving from a mere tool and die making process to a micro-scale application machining alternative attracting a significant amount of research interests. In recent years, EDM researchers have explored a number of ways to improve the sparking efficiency including some unique experimental concepts that depart from the EDM traditional sparking phenomenon. Despite a range of different approaches, this new research shares the same objectives of achieving more efficient metal removal coupled with a reduction in tool wear and improved surface quality. This paper reviews the research work carried out from the inception to the development of die-sinking EDM within the past decade. It reports on the EDM research relating to improving performance measures, optimising the process variables, monitoring and control the sparking process, simplifying the electrode design and manufacture. A range of EDM applications are highlighted together with the development of hybrid machining processes. The final part of the paper discusses these developments and outlines the trends for future EDM research.

1,421 citations

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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors provide an overview of machining induced surface integrity in titanium and nickel alloys and conclude that further modeling studies are needed to create predictive physics-based models that is in good agreement with reliable experiments.
Abstract: Titanium and nickel alloys represent a significant metal portion of the aircraft structural and engine components. When these critical structural components in aerospace industry are manufactured with the objective to reach high reliability levels, surface integrity is one of the most relevant parameters used for evaluating the quality of finish machined surfaces. The residual stresses and surface alteration (white etch layer and depth of work hardening) induced by machining of titanium alloys and nickel-based alloys are very critical due to safety and sustainability concerns. This review paper provides an overview of machining induced surface integrity in titanium and nickel alloys. There are many different types of surface integrity problems reported in literature, and among these, residual stresses, white layer and work hardening layers, as well as microstructural alterations can be studied in order to improve surface qualities of end products. Many parameters affect the surface quality of workpieces, and cutting speed, feed rate, depth of cut, tool geometry and preparation, tool wear, and workpiece properties are among the most important ones worth to investigate. Experimental and empirical studies as well as analytical and Finite Element modeling based approaches are offered in order to better understand machining induced surface integrity. In the current state-of-the-art however, a comprehensive and systematic modeling approach based on the process physics and applicable to the industrial processes is still missing. It is concluded that further modeling studies are needed to create predictive physics-based models that is in good agreement with reliable experiments, while explaining the effects of many parameters, for machining of titanium alloys and nickel-based alloys.

986 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the authors present the various methodologies and practices that are being employed for the prediction of surface roughness, including machining theory, experimental investigation, designed experiments and artificial intelligence (AI).
Abstract: The general manufacturing problem can be described as the achievement of a predefined product quality with given equipment, cost and time constraints. Unfortunately, for some quality characteristics of a product such as surface roughness it is hard to ensure that these requirements will be met. This paper aims at presenting the various methodologies and practices that are being employed for the prediction of surface roughness. The resulting benefits allow for the manufacturing process to become more productive and competitive and at the same time to reduce any re-processing of the machined workpiece so as to satisfy the technical specifications. Each approach with its advantages and disadvantages is outlined and the present and future trends are discussed. The approaches are classified into those based on machining theory, experimental investigation, designed experiments and artificial intelligence (AI).

903 citations

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TL;DR: There are many different rapid prototyping (RP) technologies available as discussed by the authors, and a taxonomy is also suggested, along with a preliminary guide to process selection based on the end use of the prototype.
Abstract: Until recently, prototypes had to be constructed by skilled model makers from 2D engineering drawings. This is a time-consuming and expensive process. With the advent of new layer manufacturing and CAD/CAM technologies, prototypes may now be rapidly produced from 3D computer models. There are many different rapid prototyping (RP) technologies available. This paper presents an overview of the current technologies and comments on their strengths and weaknesses. Data are given for common process parameters such as layer thickness, system accuracy and speed of operation. A taxonomy is also suggested, along with a preliminary guide to process selection based on the end use of the prototype.

865 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the authors present an overview of major advances in machining techniques that have resulted to step increase in productivity, hence lower manufacturing cost, without adverse effect on the surface finish, surface integrity, circularity and hardness variation of the machined component.
Abstract: Significant advances have been made in understanding the behaviour of engineering materials when machining at higher cutting conditions from practical and theoretical standpoints. This approach has enabled the aerospace industry to cope with constant introduction of new materials that allow the engine temperature to increase at a rate of 10 °C per annum since the 1950s. Improvements achieved from research and development activities in this area have particularly enhanced the machining of difficult-to-cut nickel base and titanium alloys that have traditionally exhibited low machinability due to their peculiar characteristics such as poor thermal conductivity, high strength at elevated temperature, resistance to wear and chemical degradation, etc. A good understanding of the cutting tool materials, cutting conditions, processing time and functionality of the machined component will lead to efficient and economic machining of nickel and titanium base superalloys. This paper presents an overview of major advances in machining techniques that have resulted to step increase in productivity, hence lower manufacturing cost, without adverse effect on the surface finish, surface integrity, circularity and hardness variation of the machined component.

847 citations

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No. of papers from the Journal in previous years
YearPapers
202332
202266
202166
202063
201982
201877