A novel ultrasonic cavitation assisted fluid jet polishing system

Anthony Beaucamp; Tomoya Katsuura; Zensaku Kawara

doi:10.1016/j.cirp.2017.04.083

A novel ultrasonic cavitation assisted fluid jet polishing system

Anthony Beaucamp, Tomoya Katsuura, Zensaku Kawara

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Abstract

Fluid jet polishing is a versatile process used for super-fine finishing of small and complex optical and prosthetic surfaces. Advantages of this process include highly controllable sub-millimetre polishing footprints and absence of tool wear, though the main drawback is very low material removal rate. To address this issue, a novel system was developed in which ultrasonic cavitation causes micro-bubble generation directly upstream of the nozzle outlet. Experimental data shows that these micro-bubbles boost removal rate by up-to 380%, without causing any degradation of the surface finish. This paper reports on the modelling, implementation, and testing of this new polishing system.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	301-304
Number of pages	4
Journal	CIRP Annals - Manufacturing Technology
Volume	66
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cirp.2017.04.083
Publication status	Published - 2017
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Finishing
Fluid jet polishing
Ultrasonic

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Mechanical Engineering
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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