Abstract
In micro EDM, the machinability can be improved by vibrating the electrode, but the optimal vibration mode is not clear. In this study, in order to find the optimal vibration method for improving machinability, we developed a PZT-driven 3-axis vibration system to assist micro EDM. Compared to traditional Z-direction vibration, the 3-axis vibration had higher removability of debris especially when machining high-aspect holes, leading to an increase in material removal rate by a factor of 2. Among various 3-axis vibration modes, the spiral trajectory vibration mode was found to be the most effective, which significantly reduced the electrode wear and machined surface roughness.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Leading Edge Manufacturing in 21st Century, LEM 2015 |
| Publisher | Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers |
| Publication status | Published - 2015 Oct 18 |
| Event | 8th International Conference on Leading Edge Manufacturing in 21st Century, LEM 2015 - Kyoto, Japan Duration: 2015 Oct 18 → 2015 Oct 22 |
Other
| Other | 8th International Conference on Leading Edge Manufacturing in 21st Century, LEM 2015 |
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| Country/Territory | Japan |
| City | Kyoto |
| Period | 15/10/18 → 15/10/22 |
Keywords
- Debris removal
- Electrical discharge machining
- Micro EDM
- Three-axis vibration
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering