The study aimed to analyse the outcomes and potential applications of Magnetic Abrasive Finishing
Author(s):Rajendra E. Kalhapure1, Gaurav Kumar Gugliani2, Ravindra R. Navthar3
Affiliation: Rajendra E. Kalhapure1, Gaurav Kumar Gugliani2, Ravindra R. Navthar3,1Research Scholar, Mechanical Engineering Department, Mandsaur University 2HOD, Mechanical Engineering Department, Mandsaur University 3HOD, Mechanical Engineering Department, Dr. V.V.P. College of Engineering Ahmednagar.
Page No: 8-12-
Volume issue & Publishing Year: Volume 1 Issue 1,June 2024
Journal: International Journal of Modern Engineering and Management | IJMEM
ISSN NO: 3048-8230
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Abstract:
In today’s manufacturing landscape, many products are created based on the principle of interchangeability, which is made possible through large-scale production. Achieving precise dimensional accuracy is crucial for the successful assembly of various components, necessitating the manufacturing of parts to very close tolerances. Traditional finishing processes can often be inadequate when dealing with components of diverse shapes and sizes, highlighting the need for advanced micro-machining and finishing techniques. One such technique is Magnetic Abrasive Finishing (MAF), a fine finishing process that allows for superior surface quality. This process utilizes a tool known as a Flexible Magnetic Abrasive Brush, which operates under the influence of a magnetic field. Magnetic abrasives used in MAF typically consist of two primary components: ferromagnetic materials and abrasives, which must be properly bonded together. In this study, mild steel bars were subjected to finishing using an MAF setup with varying process parameters, including working gap, magnetic flux density, and rotational speed of the workpiece, to evaluate their effects on surface finish quality. MAF is particularly effective for finishing internal surfaces and can be applied to brittle materials at the nanometer scale. Suitable abrasive materials for MAF include boron carbide (B4C) and silicon carbide (SiC). The success of the MAF process is influenced by several factors, including abrasive particle size and type, mixing ratio, working gap between the magnetic surface and the workpiece, workpiece speed, properties of the work material, and the input AC or DC power supply that generates the magnetic flux density.
Keywords:
Magnetic Abrasive Finishing (MAF)
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