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933 articles for “process parameter”
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Metal Forming Management: Through Efficient Technology System
Abstract: The paper gives an account of the control of technological parameters in the manufacturing areas of rolling, forging and extrusion, besides the analysis of their role-playing to yield a fit component of right and requisite mechanical properties. The control of process parameters, the various dependent and independent variables, with efficient and frequent monitoring of recommended/design process parameters is vital towards controlling the manufacturing and hence economy of the manufacturing process. …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 60–72 Read article
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Physics-Informed Machine Learning and Multiscale Modeling for Structure–Property Quantification of Polymer Composites
Abstract: The growing need for light-weight, high strength, and sustainable polymer composites has led to the development of smart methods that enable accurate structural-property quantification and material design. However, conventional methods have been predominantly data-based, thus ignoring physical constraints as well as multi-scale interactions involving fiber, matrix, interface, and process parameters, leading to lower accuracy and poor robustness and interpretability of the models. In this study, a Cat Swarm Optimization-Tuned Physics-Informed …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Abrasive Water Jet Machining Process for AISI 304 Stainless Steel
Abstract: Abrasive waterjet machining (AWJM) is a non-conventional machining process capable to machine wide range of difficult-to-cut materials such as ceramics, alloys, composite materials, etc. This paper investigates the effect of various process parameters on kerf taper, surface roughness and power consumption which are important performance measures in abrasive waterjet machining. The variable process parameters considered here include water pressure, traverse speed, stand-off distance and abrasive flow rate. Experiments were conducted …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 53–55 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Processing-Property Relationships in Metal and Polymer Matrix Composites: A Unified Statistical Framework for Hardness Characterization
Abstract: Composite materials, encompassing both metal matrix composites (MMCs) and polymer matrix composites (PMCs), exhibit complex processing-property relationships that fundamentally govern their mechanical performance across diverse applications. This study presents a unified statistical framework for analyzing hardness characteristics in composite systems, using aluminum-tungsten carbide (Al-WC) metal matrix composites as a representative model system while establishing connections to polymer matrix composite behavior. The investigation employed comprehensive processing parameter optimization, microstructural characterization, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 419–430 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of 3D Printed Nylon and PETG Specimens for Mechanical Properties.
Abstract: Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is one of the most used additive manufacturing techniques for polymer components. The polymer materials generally used in FDM process are polylactic acid (PLA), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG), Nylon, etc. The mechanical properties of parts fabricated by FDM depend on material and process parameters. Several researchers have tried to investigate the influence of process parameters on mechanical properties for some of the …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Optimization of Sustainable Electrochemical Machining Parameters for Polymer based Materials Using AHP Integrated TOPSIS Method
Abstract: The current paper describes the use of the AHP-TOPSIS method to optimize process parameters in sustainable electrochemical machining of polymer composites. Combine lightweight polymer matrices with reinforcing particles or fibers such as TiB₂, SiC, or Al₂O₃, offering high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and design flexibility, making them ideal for aerospace and automotive applications. Non-conductive and heterogeneous nature poses challenges during electrochemical machining, as it affects current distribution and material removal …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1048–1059 Read article
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STUDY ON EFFECT OF END MILLING PARAMETERS ON CUTTING FORCES USING RESPONSE SURFACE METHOD
Abstract: Now a day’s research over improvement of surface roughness on mechanical elements has become quite significant in the operational and aesthetical point of view. To enhance accuracy and precision, manufacturing firms are adopting automated systems in order to achieve manufacturing excellence. In the present work the effect of various process parameters like spindle speed, feed and cutting fluid composition on cutting forces in End milling process is investigated by using …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 62–72 Read article
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Comparison of RSM and ANN Modeling Approaches in Predicting the Laser Phase Transformation Hardening Parameters on the Heat Input and Hardened-Bead Profile Quality of Unalloyed Titanium
Abstract: In the present work, laser transformation hardening (LTH) of unalloyed titanium, nearer to ASTM Grade 3 of chemical composition was investigated using CW 2kW, Nd: YAG laser. The laser process variables such as laser power, scanning speed, and focused position play a major role in deciding the laser hardened bead quality. Two methods, Response Surface Methodology (RSM) and Artificial Neural Network (ANN) were used to predict the heat input and …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 36–59 Read article
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Multi-variable Analysis and Optimization of Electrical Discharge Machining Process Using a PCA-ANN Based Approach
Abstract: AbstractThe optimum selection of process parameters has played a crucial role in electrical discharge machining (EDM) for improving the material removal rate, reducing the tool wear rate and radial overcut. In this paper, optimum parameters while machining 202 stainless steel using copper electrode as a tool has been investigated. For optimization of process parameters along with multiple quality characteristics, principal component analysis coupled with artificial neural network method has been …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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AN EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION ON SURFACE ROUGHNESS OF LASER BEAM MACHINING OF ALUMINIUM ALLOY
Abstract: Laser beam machining (LBM) is a cutting-edge technique widely utilized for precision machining of advanced materials. This experimental investigation focuses on the surface roughness of aluminum alloy (Al 6061) during LBM. The study systematically examines the impact of process parameters such as laser power, cutting speed, and gas pressure on surface roughness (Ra). The significance of surface roughness in determining the quality and functionality of machined components is emphasized. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 82–104 Read article
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Operational Modeling of Cutting Parameters Influence on Power Consumption and Surface Roughness in CNC Turning of AISI 304
Abstract: This paper describes the power consumption and surface roughness predictive model development in computer numerical control (CNC) turning of AISI 304 austenitic stainless steel using Taguchi method and response surface method (RSM). The experiments are designed and conducted based on Taguchi’s design of experiments (DoE) with cutting speed, feed rate, depth of cut and nose radius as the process parameters. Signal-to-noise (S/N) ratios of responses are calculated to identify the …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Identification of Moisture Content in Paper Industry Using PID Auto-Tuning
Abstract: The maintenance of removal of moisture content in pulp is one of the major challenges in paper manufacturing process. In some paper industries, the above process is carried out using open loop method. This method uses more labor to monitor and control the process parameters such as moisture and temperature. Also the accurate maintenance is not possible and it takes more time for tuning the process parameter. So the closed …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 15–25 Read article
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Latest Research Trend of Optimization Techniques and Considerable Parameters in Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM): Review Article
Abstract: Wire electrical discharge machining (WEDM) is a non-conventional machining method with unique capabilities. WEDM offers a better alternative or sometimes the only alternative to produce complex shaped features and components of difficult-to-machine materials. In today’s highly competitive manufacturing industries, manufacturer’s ultimate goal is to produce high quality product with less time and cost constraint. To achieve these goals, one of the considerations is by optimizing the machining process parameters such …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 30–53 Read article
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An effort for maximizing the material removal rate during the wire cutting of difficult to machine Inconel X750 using electric discharge machining process
Abstract: The growing demand for harder materials with exceptional hardness poses a significant challenge for industries as achieving precise machining becomes increasingly tricky. The Inconel family of materials, renowned for their hardness, has been extensively studied. However, with the continuous introduction of new materials, the scope of research remains vast. In this context, Inconel X750, a corrosion and oxidation resistance, nickel-chromium-based alloy with excellent hardness, has gained attention. Despite its significance, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Investigation on Torque and Thrust Forces in Radial Drilling of Copper Alloys
Abstract: As a part of research over improvement of machining process; cutting forces, metal removal rate (MRR) and surface finish on mechanical elements has become quite significant in the operational and aesthetical point of view. To enhance accuracy and precision by adopting energy saving techniques, manufacturing firms are adopting automated systems in order to achieve manufacturing excellence. In the present work, the effect of various process parameters like spindle speed, feed, …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 6–19 Read article
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Investigations on Effect of Cutting Forces and Surface Finish in Plain Milling Using Box Behnken Design
Abstract: Nowadays research over improvement of machining process as a part of it cutting forces and surface finish on mechanical elements has become quite significant in the operational and aesthetical point of view. To enhance accuracy and precision, manufacturing firms are adopting automated systems in order to achieve manufacturing excellence. In the present work, the effect of various process parameters like spindle speed, feed, and depth of cut on the cutting …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 17–30 Read article
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Effect of Different Configurations of Reinforcement and Post-Cure Temperature Detailed Survey
Abstract: Composites with natural fillers have applied many applications, such as interior housekeeping, building and so on but their findings are seldom examined in the mechanical, tribological and dynamic situation. The addition of fillers in GFRP composites enhances the mechanical, thermal and tribological properties due to filler occupied in voids in thermoset resin. There has also been a lot of work done in quantifying the consistency of the operating parameters through …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1738–1753 Read article
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A Review of Recent Advancements in the Field of Friction Stir Welding of Dissimilar Joints Made of Aluminium and Magnesium
Abstract: Friction stir welding (FSW) stands at the forefront of welding technology, offering a promising avenue for joining dissimilar metals like aluminum and magnesium. These metals, renowned for their exceptional properties such as ductility, thermal conductivity, low density, and impressive weight-to-strength ratios, find wide utility across numerous industrial sectors. However, traditional fusion welding methods often struggle to effectively join aluminum and magnesium due to their disparate physical and chemical characteristics. FSW …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 134–142 Read article
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Minimization of distortion during Gas Metal Arc welding process used for hydraulic shearing machine pressure plate square
Abstract: The Gas Metal Arc Welding process is widely used in many appliances because of its versatility. The change of shape and dimensions that occur after welding is known as distortion that leads to undesirable results. And to overcome this, it requires reducing the distortion within the limits. A large number of resources are used recently for reworking the weld. But it causes higher cost of production and delay for completing …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Innovative Process Renovation in Phosphating for Corrosion (Resistance), Energy & Quality Improvement
Abstract: The phenomenon of corrosion is of unsolicited importance, but its obviating agent-phosphating- has more roles than of a mere preservation. Viz enhancement of lubricating properties for wiredrawing. The efficiencies need be studied, researched and monitored, for respective purpose(s). The modus operandi of protective film developed, in turn apart from improving the quality of product, also depends as to how the process parameters have been controlled. Criticality of the present case …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 23–27 Read article