Tribology of Grinding Processes
A special issue of Lubricants (ISSN 2075-4442).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 16
Special Issue Editor
Interests: precision and ultra-precision machining of hard and brittle materials; hybrid/compound machining processes; the wear of grinding wheels and their truing/dressing technology; nano-manufacturing
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue entitled Tribology of Grinding Processes is devoted to advancing the fundamental understanding and industrial application of tribological phenomena in grinding technology. As a critical intersection of tribology, materials science, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing, the Special Issue focuses on unraveling the complex interactions between abrasive tools, workpieces, and grinding fluids, including friction, wear, lubrication, and heat generation, that dictate the efficiency, precision, and surface integrity of grinding processes.
The Special Issue encompasses a broad spectrum of research areas, ranging from the theoretical modeling of tribological mechanisms in conventional grinding (e.g., surface grinding, cylindrical grinding) to innovative investigations in advanced grinding technologies such as high-speed grinding, ultrasonic-assisted grinding, and precision micro-grinding. It features original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and technical communications that address key challenges, including the development of wear-resistant abrasive materials, optimization of lubrication strategies for reduced environmental impact, numerical simulation of tribo-thermal behavior, and characterization of surface topography and subsurface damage induced by tribological effects.
By bridging academic insights and industrial needs, the Tribology of Grinding Processes serves as a vital platform for researchers, engineers, and practitioners worldwide. It aims to disseminate cutting-edge findings that drive the innovation of grinding processes, enhance the performance and lifespan of manufacturing equipment, and enable the production of high-quality components for critical industries such as aerospace, automotives, electronics, and medical devices. Through rigorous peer review and interdisciplinary collaboration, the Special Issue contributes to the advancement of sustainable, high-precision manufacturing by prioritizing tribological efficiency as a core driver of process optimization.
Dr. Xiaoshuang Rao
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- grinding
- wear mechanisms
- dressing techniques
- material Innovations
- precision/ultra-precision manufacturing
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