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78 articles for “Taguchi Orthogonal array”
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A Review on Optimization of cutting parameters for machining Inconel 718 using Grey Relation Analysis
Abstract: Inconel 718 is a nickel-cobalt based super alloy. It provides several advantages including high corrosion resistance and high temperature resistance. Thus the demand for such materials has rapidly increased. It is mostly used in aerospace, steam turbine, bearing industry and nuclear applications. Nickel-based super alloys such as Inconel 718 are known as one of the most difficult-to-cut materials. It is due to their mechanical and chemical properties and tool life …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Optimization of dry sliding wear behaviour of AA6061 (as cast) and AA6061 (HT) aluminium alloy using design of experiment approach
Abstract: The dry sliding wear behaviour of AA6061 (as cast) and AA6061 (HT) aluminium alloy has been optimized using Taguchi Orthogonal array design. Experiments were conducted to study the influence of various parameters like, load(N), sliding speed(m/sec) and sliding distance on the dry sliding wear behaviour of both AA6061(as cast) and AA6061(HT) aluminium alloy using L9 orthogonal array design. The experiments were carried out to determine the significant controlling parameter affecting …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Enhancing Surface Roughness in the Taguchi Method for Turning Alloy Steel in Wet and Dry Environments
Abstract: The present investigation focuses on evaluating the performance of turning operations in alloy steel with particular emphasis on the effect of cutting parameters on surface roughness. In the machining of alloy steel, tool life and surface integrity are significantly influenced by parameters such as spindle speed, depth of cut, and feed rate. Among these, feed rate has been observed to exert the most prominent effect on surface roughness. To systematically …
Published in International Journal of Robotics and Automation in Mechanics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A Study on Response Parameters of Injection Moulding Process in Polypropylene Plastic using Grey Relational Analysis
Abstract: The purpose of this research is to study multi-response optimization of injection moulding parameters and to verify the optimum parameters of polypropylene for achieving the best result. The four parameters taken for injection moulding are injection pressure, melt temperature, packing pressure and packing time. The experiments are plotted by using L27orthogonal array. Orthogonal array is generated with the help MINITAB-17. The effect of process parameters such as melt temperature, packing …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 30–39 Read article
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Dry Sliding Wear Behavior of Al2O3-TiO2 Coated Ti6Al4V Alloy based on Taguchi Method
Abstract: AbstractTi6Al4V alloys are extensively used as implant material for bio-medical applications due to their high specific strength. But, their poor wear resistance results in formation of wear debris in implants and causing soreness. In this work, Al2O3-TiO2 coatings were applied to improve the wear resistance and hardness. Al2O3-TiO2 coatings are deposited on the substrate with 100, 200, 300, 400 µm thickness using detonation spray (DS). Pin on disc wear tests …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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A Study on Chatter Marks in Crankshaft Pin Grinding Process Using Taguchi Technique
Abstract: Crankshaft pin grinding is a vital machining process in automotive industry. It is a finishing operation to the crankshaft of the engine, which if neglected could lead to a significant cost to the manufacturer of warranty claims. The study aims at identifying significant process parameters that are influencing the chatter marks and also setting the process parameters of the machine to get a good quality product. Chatter marks are the …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Optimization of Process Parameters for ABS, Nylon, Polypropylene Material in Injection Molding Using Taguchi Method
Abstract: The process of plastic injection molding (IMP) itself is a multifarious of time, temperature and pressure variables with a profusion of manufacturing defects that can occur without upright fusion of processing parameters and design components. Ascertaining the reform foremost process parameter settings commentative dominates productivity, quality, and costs of production in the plastic injection molding industry. Most plastic injection molding industries are using trial-and-error method/approximation method, based on experience of …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Hybridization Method for Injection Moulding Process, Optimization with Melting Temperature Parameters
Abstract: Due to the production of plastic products with complex shapes, the plastic injection moulding manufacturing method has recently received a lot of attention. In order to improve manufacturing performance, the cycle time for the injection moulding process has been reduced, the defect known as dimensional warpage that results from temperature differences inside the mould has been reduced, and the mechanical tensile strength of the material has been increased so that …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 337–345 Read article
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Optimizing Machining Parameters for Surface Roughness and Metal Removal Rate While Turning of Aluminium Based Metal matrix Composite
Abstract: Nowadays demand of lightweight materials is increasing tremendously and aluminum based metal matrix composite (MMC) plays important role to fulfill such demands due to characteristics like lightweight and high strength. This work is intended to investigate the effect of the variables like speed, feed and depth of cut, on surface roughness and MRR. This work is carried out on Aluminum based MMC with 10% of boron carbide (B4C). Taguchi’s L27 …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 42–48 Read article
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Optimizing Parameters for Dry Sliding Wear Control in Stir-Cast AA7050/SiC Composites
Abstract: Using a pin-on-disc tribometer, this study examined the dry sliding wear behavior of AA7050/SiC composites. The production of this metal matrix composite was achieved through the stir-casting process, which involved an initial step of melting the AA7050 alloy, followed by the careful introduction of silicon carbide (SiC) particles, stirring to achieve uniform dispersion, and finally, casting the molten mixture. Wear rate (WR) was determined by three operational parameters: SiC reinforcement …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1624–1635 Read article
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An Experimental Investigation of Machining Parameters on Aluminum Composites
Abstract: The need for a material with good mechanical, thermal, and wear resistant properties is satisfied by aluminum composite. However, the biggest obstacle to substituting it with alternative materials is the machining challenges. For this kind of hard-to-cut material, electric discharge machining is a very efficient method. Thus, using a Taguchi-based method, an attempt has been made to determine the most advantageous amount of input parameters for EDM of Al composite. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Evaluation of Optimal Parameters for Wire EDM Machine on En45A Alloy Steel using Taguchi and Grey Relational Analysis (GRA) Method
Abstract: The core goal of this research paper is to evaluate process parameters of wire electrical discharging machining and to find out the best parameter among the multiple responses given by machine. Wire cut machine is very accurate and precise machine which is actually manufactured to cut those material which have high strength, toughness, and hardness. This machine works on melting property; here spark is generated between the work piece and …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Study of Wear Behaviour of GFRP Composites filled with Nanofiller using Taguchi Technique
Abstract: AbstractThe GFRP laminates are fabricated by hand lay-up process followed by vacuum bag curing and post cured in a heating oven. The laminates are fabricated with addition of 1%, 1.5% and 2.0% graphene filler and prepared laminates are cut into ASTM standards by using water jet cutting. The density and volume fraction of the void fabricated composite is determined. The three-body abrasive wear test is carried out on abrasion tester …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Process Capability Optimization of Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) Printed Parts in Fused Deposition Modeling Process
Abstract: Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printing process requires precise printed dimensions with a special assessment of process parameters using Taguchi optimization methodology. The proposed research aims to determine the optimal parametric setting to maximize the process capability index of diametral deviation and roundness of product in 3D printing process of TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane). The input factors for printing TPU in this research include the extrusion temperature, cooling fan speed, infill …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1846–1864 Read article
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Mechanical Characterization and Machinability Optimization of Stir-Cast Al6061–SiC Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: This study presents the fabrication, mechanical characterization, metallurgical analysis, and machinability optimization of Aluminum 6061 reinforced with Silicon Carbide (SiC) metal matrix composites (MMCs) at three weight fractions: 5%, 7.5%, and 10%. Composites were manufactured using the stir casting technique, followed by comprehensive mechanical testing (tensile, hardness, and impact), optical microscopy, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Machinability was assessed through turning experiments on a lathe using an L9 Taguchi orthogonal …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Fabrication and Characterization of Almond Skin Powder Reinforced PLA Based Composite Filaments for Fused Filament Fabrication
Abstract: Researchers around the globe are increasingly utilizing recycling methods to address waste generated from polymers, spurred by the dire need to deal with environmental challenges promoting sustainable practices. Polymers are having highly-stable long-chain polymer structure which makes it difficult to degrade easily posing many environmental and health challenges, hence, recycling of the polymers is the sole method to mitigate harmful effects. However, there has been relatively little focus on producing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 530–539 Read article
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Intelligent Optimization of Drilling Parameters in Polymer Composites using Machine Learning and Metaheuristic Techniques
Abstract: The study tests different ways to use ML and metaheuristic algorithms to determine the best drilling parameters for polymer matrix composites. The research uses a composite matrix made from 55.25% vinyl ester, 44.0% Nickel–Phosphorous coated glass fiber and 0.75% Al₂O₃ nanowires which are tested for tensile strength (64.57 MPa), flexural strength (85.86 MPa) and impact strength (71.79 kJ/m²). By applying a Taguchi orthogonal array, it is observed that a slower …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1795–1810 Read article
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Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Cr3C2-NiCr Coated Ti6Al4V Implant Alloy
Abstract: Ti6Al4V alloys are widely used in medical and aerospace applications due to their superior mechanical properties. But, Ti6Al4V alloys are poor in tribological properties such as wear. Poor wear resistance consequences in the formation of wear debris in human implants and leads to inflammation and pain. In this work, Cr3C2-NiCr coatings were applied to improve the mechanical properties such as tensile strength, hardness and tribological properties such as wear resistance. …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 28–42 Read article
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Parametric Optimization of CNC Wire Cut EDM for Oil Harden Non-Shrinking Steel: A Comparative Study
Abstract: There has been a rapid growth in the development of harder and difficult to machine metals and newly developed alloys. Conventional machining methods are not suitable and uneconomical for such materials, thus development starts for newer concepts in metal machining. It thus plays a major role in the machining of dies, tools, etc., made of tungsten carbide, hard steel, alloys used in the aeronautics industry. It is a great concern …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 44–58 Read article
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Optimization of Multiple Responses in Turning of AA7075 Using Taguchi’s Quality Loss Method
Abstract: The present work is to explore the affect of turning parameters, speed, feed and depth of cut on the multiple performances of Material Removal Rate and Surface Roughness characteristics. AA7075 is considered as the work piece as it has extensive applications in the field of aerospace and marine sectors. The experiments are carried out using tungsten carbide tool of 0.4 nose radius and as per the standard Taguchi’s L9 Orthogonal …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 31–37 Read article