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Influence of the Tool Geometry on the Surface Properties in Ultrasonic Vibration Superimposed Machining of Bronze

by Hendrik Liborius, Jonas Maximilian Werner, Andreas Nestler, Welf-Guntram Drossel and Andreas Schubert

Machines 2025, 13(12), 1131; https://doi.org/10.3390/machines13121131 - 9 Dec 2025

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Ultrasonic vibration superimposed turning represents a highly efficient method for surface microstructuring, which enables a combination with finish machining. However, there are almost no industrial applications of this process due to the special kinematics. Furthermore, the effects of the varying cutting conditions combined [...] Read more.

Ultrasonic vibration superimposed turning represents a highly efficient method for surface microstructuring, which enables a combination with finish machining. However, there are almost no industrial applications of this process due to the special kinematics. Furthermore, the effects of the varying cutting conditions combined with the tool geometry on the resulting surfaces and process stability are not yet fully understood. In experimental investigations, specimens consisting of bronze (CuSn7Pb15-C) are machined by ultrasonic vibration superimposed turning. The influence of the geometry of the MCD-tipped indexable inserts on the surface microstructure is analyzed. Indexable inserts with different rake angles (0°, −10°, and −20°) and artificially generated flank wear lands (widths 50 µm and 100 µm) are used. Moreover, the influences of the cutting speed (120 m/min, 480 m/min) and the feed (0.05 mm, 0.1 mm) are analyzed. While machining, the strain of the sonotrode is detected by an integrated fiber Bragg grating. Subsequent to machining, geometrical surface properties are determined by SEM and 3D surface analysis using focus variation. Furthermore, kinematic simulations are realized, enabling the comparison with the generated surfaces. Generally, there is a high concordance between the simulated and the generated surfaces. However, in particular when the tool flank face gets in contact with the specimen, deviations are visible, especially the formation of burr. Summarized, the research improves the understanding of the mechanisms in ultrasonic vibration superimposed turning and the formation of the surface microstructures. Full article

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Experimental Evaluation of Milling Post-Processing on the Surface Quality of MEX-Printed Carbon Fiber-Reinforced PLA Composites

by Abdullah Yahia AlFaify

Machines 2025, 13(11), 1049; https://doi.org/10.3390/machines13111049 - 13 Nov 2025

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This study explores the machinability of Material Extrusion (MEX) printed parts made from carbon fiber-reinforced polylactic acid (PLA). MEX-printed parts typically exhibit high surface roughness, necessitating post-processing to enhance their quality. In this work, milling was used as a post-processing method to improve [...] Read more.

This study explores the machinability of Material Extrusion (MEX) printed parts made from carbon fiber-reinforced polylactic acid (PLA). MEX-printed parts typically exhibit high surface roughness, necessitating post-processing to enhance their quality. In this work, milling was used as a post-processing method to improve the surface finish. Response surface methodology (RSM) experimental design was employed to investigate the effects of cutting velocity, feed rate, and depth of cut on the surface quality of the machined surfaces. Results showed that the as-built MEX-printed sample exhibited a high average surface roughness (Sa) of ~7.982 µm, indicating the need for post-processing. Post-processing milling considerably enhances the Sa by reducing it to ~1.621 µm under the optimal condition. Statistical findings showed that all considered factors have significant influence on the Sa, with feed rate as the most influential one, contributing to 47.63% of the total variation. The Sa values varied from 1.834 µm to 4.146 µm due to changes in the considered factors. Increasing feed rate leads to the emergence of cavities and ridges along the deposited filaments associated with brittle removal mechanism, resulting in higher surface roughness. Full article

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High-Efficiency Milling of Inconel 718 Superalloy: Effects of Cutting Conditions on Tool Life and Surface Roughness

by Kazumasa Kawasaki

Machines 2025, 13(11), 974; https://doi.org/10.3390/machines13110974 - 22 Oct 2025

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Inconel 718 is a Ni-based superalloy with excellent corrosion resistance, heat resistance, high-temperature strength and high creep resistance. It is also known to be a difficult-to-machine material. Conventional machining methods have not only low machining efficiency, but also high cost and low versatility [...] Read more.

Inconel 718 is a Ni-based superalloy with excellent corrosion resistance, heat resistance, high-temperature strength and high creep resistance. It is also known to be a difficult-to-machine material. Conventional machining methods have not only low machining efficiency, but also high cost and low versatility using CBN and ceramic tools, so cost reduction and highly efficient machining by substituting relatively inexpensive cemented carbide tools are required. Some results on the tool life in milling for intermittent cutting for Inconel 718 superalloy have been reported, and the tool life has been considered a problem. Therefore, there is a need to clarify the basic characteristics of milling, such as tool wear and adhesion conditions, and to identify long tool life and highly efficient cutting conditions in order to achieve highly efficient milling of Inconel 718 superalloy. In this study, the milling of Inconel 718 superalloy was conducted using an end mill with a constant depth of cut, and milling efficiency was defined as the table feed rate of the milling machine in mm/min. The tool wear, welding condition, and surface roughness of the workpiece were evaluated according to the combination of cutting speed and feed rate per edge, with a milling efficiency of 800 mm/min. The experimental results showed that with the combination of a cutting speed of 10.33 m/min and feed rate of 0.4 mm/tooth, and the combination of 20.65 m/min and 0.4 mm/tooth, when there was a lower cutting speed and higher feed rate per edge, less weld detachment occurred, less progression of flank wear, and less chipping occurred, and the tool edge was more stable. It was also confirmed that, by keeping the cutting speed constant and increasing the feed rate per edge, both long tool life and highly efficient milling were possible under the above conditions. Full article

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Prediction of Delamination Defects in Drilling of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers Using a Regression-Based Approach

by Mohammad Ghasemian Fard, Hamid Baseri, Aref Azami and Abbas Zolfaghari

Machines 2024, 12(11), 783; https://doi.org/10.3390/machines12110783 - 6 Nov 2024

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Carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) structures have been increasingly used in various aerospace sectors due to their outstanding mechanical properties in recent years. However, the poor machinability of CFRP plates, combined with the inhomogeneous behavior of fibers, poses a challenge for manufacturers and researchers [...] Read more.

Carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) structures have been increasingly used in various aerospace sectors due to their outstanding mechanical properties in recent years. However, the poor machinability of CFRP plates, combined with the inhomogeneous behavior of fibers, poses a challenge for manufacturers and researchers to define the critical factors and conditions necessary to ensure the quality of holes in CFRP structures. This study aims to analyze the effect of drilling parameters on CFRP delamination and to predict hole quality using a regression-based approach. The design of the experiment (DOE) was conducted using Taguchi’s L9 3-level orthogonal array. The input drilling variables included the feed rate, spindle speed, and three different drill types. A regression-based model using partial least squares (PLS) was developed to predict delamination defects during the drilling of CFRP plates. The PLS model demonstrated high accuracy in predicting delamination defects, with a Mean Squared Error (MSE) of 0.0045, corresponding to an accuracy of approximately 99.6%, enabling the rapid estimation of delamination. The model’s predictions were closely aligned with the experimental results, although some deviations were observed due to tool inefficiencies, particularly with end mill cutters. These findings offer valuable insights for researchers and practitioners, enhancing the understanding of delamination in CFRPs and identifying areas for further investigation. Full article

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Experimental Investigation and NSGA-III Multi-Criteria Optimization of 60CrMoV18-5 Cold-Work Tool Steel Machinability Under Dry CNC Hard Turning Conditions

by Nikolaos A. Fountas, Ioannis G. Papantoniou, Dimitrios E. Manolakos and Nikolaos M. Vaxevanidis

Machines 2024, 12(11), 772; https://doi.org/10.3390/machines12110772 - 3 Nov 2024

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This work concerns an experimental investigation dealing with the machinability of 60CrMoV18-5 cold-work tool steel under dry CNC hard turning conditions using a CBN cutting insert. A response surface experiment based on the central composite design was set to conduct dry CNC hard-turning [...] Read more.

This work concerns an experimental investigation dealing with the machinability of 60CrMoV18-5 cold-work tool steel under dry CNC hard turning conditions using a CBN cutting insert. A response surface experiment based on the central composite design was set to conduct dry CNC hard-turning experiments with three different levels for cutting conditions, cutting speed Vc (m/min), feed rate f (mm/rev), and depth of cut α (mm) while selecting main cutting force and surface roughness Ra as the two machinability responses. The results were analyzed by applying analysis of variance (ANOVA). The effect of cutting conditions on main cutting force and surface roughness was studied through contour plots. Full quadratic regression models were generated to model the relationships between inputs and outputs. Finally, the NSGA-III algorithm was applied to simultaneously optimize the selected machinability parameters by providing beneficial values for determining cutting conditions. The results have shown that surface roughness is mainly affected by feed rate and cutting speed, whereas main cutting force is affected by depth of cut and feed rate. Full article

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A Study on the Machinability and Environmental Effects of Milling AISI 5140 Steel in Sustainable Cutting Environments

by Tufan Zerooğlu, Ünal Değirmenci and Serhat Şap

Machines 2024, 12(7), 436; https://doi.org/10.3390/machines12070436 - 26 Jun 2024

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AISI 5140 steel is an alloy frequently used in the manufacturing and automotive industries. This steel alloy is shaped using different manufacturing methods and cooling is required during this process. This research study included the milling of AISI 5140 steel utilizing various cutting [...] Read more.

AISI 5140 steel is an alloy frequently used in the manufacturing and automotive industries. This steel alloy is shaped using different manufacturing methods and cooling is required during this process. This research study included the milling of AISI 5140 steel utilizing various cutting settings and cooling/lubrication procedures. For this purpose, two cutting speeds (75–100 m/min), two feed rates (0.075–0.100 mm/rev), and four cooling media (dry, MQL, flood, nanofluid) were used. Then, 5% Mo nanoparticles were added to the nanofluid cutting fluid. Machinability and power consumption analyses were carried out using the input parameters selected in light of the manufacturer’s recommendations and studies in the literature. The effects of sustainable cutting fluids and their parameters on machinability and power consumption were investigated through experiments. This study concluded that the use of nanofluid led to improvements in surface roughness, flank wear, and power consumption characteristics. It was determined that the flood environment is the most effective in reducing the cutting temperature. As a result, it is predicted that nanofluid cutting fluids can be used during machining. Full article

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Optimizing Machining Efficiency in High-Speed Milling of Super Duplex Stainless Steel with SiAlON Ceramic Inserts

by Monica Guimarães, Victor Saciotto, Qianxi He, Jose M. DePaiva, Anselmo Diniz and Stephen Veldhuis

Machines 2024, 12(5), 349; https://doi.org/10.3390/machines12050349 - 17 May 2024

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Super duplex stainless steels (SDSSs) are widely utilized across industries owing to their remarkable mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. However, machining SDSS presents considerable challenges, particularly at high speeds. This study investigates the machinability of SDSS grade SAF 2507 (UNS S32750) under high-speed [...] Read more.

Super duplex stainless steels (SDSSs) are widely utilized across industries owing to their remarkable mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. However, machining SDSS presents considerable challenges, particularly at high speeds. This study investigates the machinability of SDSS grade SAF 2507 (UNS S32750) under high-speed milling conditions using SiAlON insert tools. Comprehensive analysis of key machinability indicators, including chip compression ratio, chip analysis, shear angle, tool wear, and friction conditions, reveals that lower cutting speeds optimize machining performance, reducing cutting forces and improving chip formation. Finite element analysis (FEA) corroborates the efficacy of lower speeds and moderate feed rates. Furthermore, insights into friction dynamics at the tool–chip interface are offered, alongside strategies for enhancing SDSS machining. This study revealed the critical impact of cutting speed on cutting forces, with a significant reduction in forces at cutting speeds of 950 and 1350 m/min, but a substantial increase at 1750 m/min, particularly when tool wear is severe. Furthermore, the combination of 950 and 1350 m/min cutting speeds with a 0.2 mm/tooth feed rate led to smoother chip surfaces and decreased friction coefficients, thus enhancing machining efficiency. The presence of stick–slip phenomena at 1750 m/min indicated thermoplastic instability. Optimizing machining parameters for super duplex stainless steel necessitates balancing material removal rate and surface integrity, as the latter plays an important role in ensuring long-term performance and reliability in critical applications. Full article

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An Investigation of Residual Stresses after the Turning of High-Tempered Bearing Steel

by Anna Mičietová, Mária Čilliková, Robert Čep, Branislav Mičieta, Juraj Uríček and Miroslav Neslušan

Machines 2024, 12(2), 139; https://doi.org/10.3390/machines12020139 - 17 Feb 2024

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This study is focused on analysing residual stresses (RSs) after turning high-tempered bearing steel through the use of the X-ray diffraction (XRD) technique. Phase transformations expressed in terms of the near-surface white layer (WL) and the corresponding microhardness profiles are correlated with the [...] Read more.

This study is focused on analysing residual stresses (RSs) after turning high-tempered bearing steel through the use of the X-ray diffraction (XRD) technique. Phase transformations expressed in terms of the near-surface white layer (WL) and the corresponding microhardness profiles are correlated with the RSs as well as the depth of the RS profiles. Normal and shear components of RS and FWHM (full width at half maximum) of the diffraction peaks are analysed as a function of cutting insert flank wear as well as the cutting speed. It was found that the influence of tool wear prevails over cutting speed, RSs tend to shift into the compressive region with increasing tool flank wear, and the valuable shear components of RSs can be found in the near-surface region when the cutting inserts of lower flank wear are employed. The increasing flank wear also increases the depth in which the compressive RSs can be found. Furthermore, surface RSs are affected by the phase transformation process (formation of re-hardened WL) as well as the superimposing mechanical and thermal load. Full article

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Milling Force Modeling Methods for Slot Milling Cutters

by Mingzhou Wu, Guangpeng Zhang, Tianle Wang and Rui Wang

Machines 2023, 11(10), 922; https://doi.org/10.3390/machines11100922 - 22 Sep 2023

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The slot milling cutter is primarily used for machining the tongue and groove of the steam turbine rotor, which is a critical operation in the manufacturing process of the steam turbine rotor. It is challenging to predict the milling force of a groove [...] Read more.

The slot milling cutter is primarily used for machining the tongue and groove of the steam turbine rotor, which is a critical operation in the manufacturing process of the steam turbine rotor. It is challenging to predict the milling force of a groove milling cutter due to variations in rake, rake angles and cutting speeds of the main cutting edge. Firstly, based on a limited amount of experimental data on turning, we have developed an equivalent turning force model that takes into account the impact of the rounded cutting edge radius, the tool’s tip radius and the feed rate on tool’s geometric angle. It provides a more accurate frontal angle for the identification method of the Johnson–Cook material constitutive equation. Secondly, the physical parameters, such as shear stress, shear strain and strain rate on the main shear plane, are calculated through the analysis of experimental data and application of the orthogonal cutting theory. Thirdly, the range of initial constitutive parameters of the material was determined through the split Hopkinson pressure bar (SHPB) test. The objective function was defined as the minimum error between the theoretical and experimental values. The optimal values of the Johnson–Cook constitutive equation parameters A, B, C, n and m are obtained through a global search using a genetic algorithm. Finally, the shear stress is determined by the governing equations of deformation, temperature and material. The axial force, torque and bending moment of each micro-segment are calculated and summed using the unit cutting force vector of each micro-segment. As a result, a milling force prediction model for slot milling cutters is established, and its validity is verified through experiments. Full article

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