Tribological action and cutting performance of MQL media in machining of aluminum

T. Wakabayashi, S. Suda, I. Inasaki, K. Terasaka, Y. Musha, Y. Toda

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Abstract

The tribological action of MQL media and atmospheric carrier gases was investigated using controlled atmosphere cutting apparatus. The investigation demonstrated their adsorption behavior onto metal surfaces was in close connection with the cutting performance of a lubricant synthetic ester and carrier gases in practical MQL machining. In particular, the presence of oxygen resulted in unfavorable cutting phenomena in MQL machining of aluminum. A unique technique of MQL media treatment was further proposed to prepare oil mist sprays containing microdroplets of water. This advanced technique provided some possibilities of improving the tribological action of MQL media in machining of aluminum.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)97-100
Number of pages4
JournalCIRP Annals - Manufacturing Technology
Volume56
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2007

Keywords

  • Cutting
  • Environmental
  • Tribology

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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