Hybrid-hybrid machining of SiC-reinforced aluminium metal matrix composite
Jin Kim, Lorenzo Zani, Asmaa Abdulkadir, Lewis C. R. Jones, Anish Roy, Liguo Zhao, Vadim V. Silberschmidt
Abstract
A hybrid-hybrid (ultrasonic-assisted + laser-assisted) turning study of silicon carbide reinforced aluminium metal matrix composite is presented. The results show a significant reduction of average cutting force with an improved surface finish of machined components compared to conventional machining, implying that this new and novel paradigm is a viable machining process.
Topics & Concepts
MachiningMaterials scienceSilicon carbideAluminiumComposite numberMetal matrix compositeComposite materialSurface roughnessCarbideMatrix (chemical analysis)MetallurgyAdvanced Machining and Optimization TechniquesAdvanced machining processes and optimizationAdvanced Surface Polishing Techniques