Trends and Advances in Electric Discharge Machining
A special issue of Machines (ISSN 2075-1702). This special issue belongs to the section "Advanced Manufacturing".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2026 | Viewed by 23
Special Issue Editors
Interests: optimization in mechanical design and manufacturing
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Electric discharge machining (EDM) continues to play a central role in advanced manufacturing due to its unique capability to machine hard, brittle, and high-strength materials with superior accuracy. Recent years have witnessed significant advancements in EDM technologies, driven by the need for improved machining efficiency, enhanced surface quality, reduced environmental impact, and greater process intelligence. These developments span a wide spectrum, including innovations in tool electrode materials, dielectric modifications, high-performance generators, and emerging hybrid or assisted EDM techniques.
Consequently, this Special Issue focuses on the latest developments in electric discharge machining (EDM) and aims to capture the rapid progress shaping the future of these technologies. Special attention will be given to hybrid and assisted EDM processes—such as ultrasonic-assisted EDM, powder-mixed EDM, and vibration-enhanced EDM—that offer substantial improvements in productivity, process stability, and surface characteristics. Furthermore, the integration of optimization, modeling, and artificial intelligence (AI) into EDM research is accelerating the transition toward intelligent, data-driven machining systems capable of predictive control and multi-objective performance enhancement.
In parallel, the growing emphasis on sustainable manufacturing highlights the importance of green and environmentally responsible EDM, including the development of eco-friendly dielectrics, energy-efficient machining strategies, and reduced tool consumption. Equally essential is the investigation of surface integrity and material behavior under diverse EDM conditions, as these factors directly influence the functional performance and lifespan of machined components.
This Special Issue welcomes high-quality contributions—in the form of original research papers, reviews, or case studies—that explore theoretical advances, numerical modeling, experimental developments, and industrial applications of EDM. By bringing together state-of-the-art findings across these interconnected themes, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive perspective on the latest trends and future directions of electric discharge machining.
Prof. Dr. Ngoc Pi Vu
Dr. Huu Phan Nguyen
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- advancements in Electric Discharge Machining (EDM)
- hybrid and assisted EDM
- optimization, modeling and AI in EDM
- green and sustainable EDM
- surface integrity and material behavior in EDM
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