Abstract
Conventional machining prolongs tool life by using cutting oils to cool the metal cutting process. Unfortunately, the cutting fluid contaminates the environment, and endangers the health of humans. Cryogenic machining offers an environmentally safe alternative to conventional machining by using liquid nitrogen, which can be naturally recycled. However, for the cryogenic machining process to be effective and economical, manufacturers must select the correct cooling approach. This paper describes our experimental study to investigate the cryogenic properties of some common cutting tool materials and five workpiece materials of industrial interest: low carbon steel, AISI 1010, high carbon steel AISI 1070, bearing steel AISI 52100, titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V, and cast aluminum alloy A390. The paper addresses the major aspects of heat generated in metal cutting in terms of its effects on chip formation, tool wear, and on the functional integrity of the machined component. The paper then discusses the cooling strategies for cryogenic machining each material based on the thermal effects and material properties. The investigators conclude that the cooling approach must be finely adjusted for different materials to obtain the optimum effectiveness in cryogenic machining. The goal of our study is to provide a basis for designing the cryogenic machining system.
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Received: 25 November 1998 / Accepted: 12 February 1999
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Hong, S., Zhao, Z. Thermal aspects, material considerations and cooling strategies in cryogenic machining. Clean Products and Processes 1, 107–116 (1999). https://doi.org/10.1007/s100980050016
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s100980050016