Journal
MACHINING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Volume 22, Issue 2, Pages 225-248Publisher
TAYLOR & FRANCIS INC
DOI: 10.1080/10910344.2017.1337133
Keywords
Cryogenic machining; metal matrix composites; surface roughness; tool geometry; tool wear
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The current research is to focus on developing a liquid nitrogen diffusion system to optimize the usage of liquid nitrogen and maximizing cooling and lubrication capability by effective penetration. An atomized liquid nitrogen spray system was developed to diffuse liquid nitrogen effectively at a low flow rate (10-12L/h) and as a high velocity (8-50m/s) droplet jet to the machining zone. Using coated carbide tool with varying tool geometry (rake angle, approach angle, and nose radius), an investigation was performed to study the role of atomized liquid nitrogen spray-assisted machining, on performance of tool and surface quality of the machined workpiece during turning of Al-TiCp composite. To analyze the performance of liquid nitrogen spray-assisted machining, various experiments were conducted. The results obtained from the experiments reveal that the effective use of atomized liquid nitrogen spray machining is a feasible alternative to dry, wet, and cryogenically chilled argon gas. This technique significantly reduces heat generation in machining zone. The study also emphasizes the influence of tool geometry on the machinability of Al-TiCp metal matrix composites.
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