Key technologies and development trends of the soft abrasive flow finishing method
Yunfeng Tan, Yesha Ni, Weixin Xu, Yuanshen Xie, Lin Li, Dapeng Tan
Abstract
This paper reviews recent developments of the soft abrasive flow finishing (SAF) method in constraint space. The multiphase fluid dynamics modeling, material removal mechanism, auxiliary strengthening finishing techniques, and observation of surface impact effects by abrasive particles and cavitation bubbles are presented in brief. Development prospects and challenges are given for four aspects: thin-walled curved surfaces, biomedical functions, electronic information, and precise optical components.
Topics & Concepts
AbrasiveMechanical engineeringConstraint (computer-aided design)Key (lock)Flow (mathematics)Development (topology)Materials scienceMechanism (biology)Computer scienceMultiphase flowEngineering drawingEngineeringMechanicsPhysicsMathematicsComputer securityMathematical analysisQuantum mechanicsAdvanced Surface Polishing TechniquesErosion and Abrasive MachiningFluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer