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13 articles for “EDM”
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Parametric Optimization of Aluminum Alloy 6061 Using Wire-EDM for Automotive Applications: A Taguchi-Based Approach
Abstract: Machining hard materials with complex geometries presents numerous challenges, often requiring the use of non-traditional methods such as wire Electric Discharge Machining (EDM). However, wire EDM machines operate at slow speeds, and increasing the speed can negatively impact surface finish, making it a difficult task. The ongoing research investigates the machinability study of Aluminum Alloy 6061 using wire EDM, emphasizing the optimization of process parameters to enhance machining performance and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 293–302 Read article
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Experimental Findings of the EDM Process Parameters for Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: The process of electrical discharge machining (EDM) shapes hard metals and creates intricately formed, deep holes in a variety of electro-conductive materials by arc erosion. With regard to material removal rate (MRR) in metal matrix composite EDM, this study intends to examine the impacts of operational factors. The material removal rate generated is used to assess the efficacy of the metal matrix composite EDM process. It has been noted that …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Optimization of Process Parameters for AISI 304 Using Micro-EDM Drilling Process Through Response Surface Method
Abstract: The increasing demand for micro-parts in high-tech products, such as micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) applications and micro-electronic devices, has driven significant advancements in micromachining technologies. Among the various micromachining processes, the fabrication of accurate microholes and pins is critical for the performance and reliability of miniature components. Micro-hole drilling plays a vital role by enabling the production of deep holes with excellent straightness, roundness, and surface quality. It is widely used …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Production Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 37–47 Read article
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Influence of EDM Process Parameters on MRR and TWR on Mild Steel and Cast Iron using Taguchi’s Method
Abstract: An alternative to conventional machining methods, Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) uses electrical current for generating controlled sparks that erode surface of the material through thermal energy. Unlike traditional cutting processes, hard and electrically conductive materials with high precision can be machines very easily, which make it suitable for applications in tool and die manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industries. Tool Wear Rate (TWR) and Material Removal Rate (MRR) for mild steel …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 614–627 Read article
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Optimization of EDM Machining Characteristics of Reinforced Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites by Taguchi
Abstract: Aluminium alloys metal matrix composites (AMMC) play a vital role in various industries, such as aerospace and automobiles. This study investigates the machining characteristics of AL8079 - based composites reinforced with 15 wt. % TiB₂ and 5 wt. % MoS₂ using Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM). The machining process was optimized using the L9 orthogonal array (OA) Taguchi - based design of experiments, and input parameters were considered at three levels, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 939–951 Read article
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Experimental Investigations of EDM Parameters on Machining Square Blind Holes in Maraging Steels
Abstract: Square blind holes have certain qualities that make them useful in fields where accuracy and efficiency are crucial, like aerospace, automotive, molding, and general manufacturing industries where structural integration is required in precise assembly. It is challenging to machine square blind holes with traditional machining due to geometrical complexity as precision is required for sharp corners which is difficult to get at the corners due to tool wear. Electrical discharge …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 390–397 Read article
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Optimizing Machinability in Wire EDM of AISI P20 Steel Employing Composite Material Wires with Hybrid Neural Network Approach
Abstract: AISI P20+Ni steel is extensively used for forging dies, plastic moulds, and automotive die components due to its excellent polishability, hardness, and homogeneity. This research utilizes Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM) to process pre-hardened AISI P20+Ni steel, focusing on minimizing both recast layer thickness (RLT) and kerf width (KW). The performance of wires made from composite materials, including zinc-coated brass wire (ZBW), cryogenically treated ZBW (CZBW), and ultrasonic vibration-assisted brass …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1120–1133 Read article
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Super Ni 718 Machinability Investigation on Electrical Discharge Machining Using Hybrid Al 7(075+178) Electrode Under Abrasive Assisted Dielectric
Abstract: As aluminum alloy is the lightest metal and has the best mechanical qualities among metal, it has proven to be a perfect choice for strututal industry, particularly in the aerospace sector.7xxx alloys from the Al alloy family are widely used in aviation constructions due to their outstanding processing, welding efficiency, great specific strength & stiffness, and high toughness. The two aluminum alloys that are most frequently used in airplane structures …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Improvement of Geometric Tolerances and Mechanical Properties of Aluminum Hybrid Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: In the field of metal matrix composite materials, there has been a generous thrust towards the development of electrical discharge machining (EDM). In this study, stir casted aluminum hybrid metal matrix composites were successfully machined using EDM by analyzing the input process parameters namely, pulse-on time, peak current, and gap voltage using L27 orthogonal array. The ideal conditions for various output responses such as material removal rate, circularity, and radial …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1583–1592 Read article
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Integration of Taguchi and MCDM Techniques for the Optimization of Experimental Parameters in Electrical Discharge Machining: A Research
Abstract: Electric discharge machining (EDM) represents a non-conventional approach to machining, particularly beneficial for processing hard-to-machine materials or components with high length-to-diameter ratios or intricate shapes. Widely employed across various industries such as automotive, chemical, aerospace, biomedical, and tool and die, EDM offers a unique method for achieving precise shapes and dimensions. Unlike traditional machining methods where form is attained through the interaction of the tool and workpiece, EDM operates without …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Electrical Discharge Machining for Precision Metal Working Industries
Abstract: EDM is called as Electrical Discharge Machining. Otherwise called as Spark Erosion Machining, Electro-Erosion Machining, Spark Machining, and Electro Discharge Machining. It is an unconventional machining process to machine hard metals and alloys. EDM has been a significant machining technique. The electrode, work piece materials, dielectric, and the range of pulse rate, current, and voltage make up the basic EDM process. The dielectric serves the following purposes: it transports removal …
Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 7–11 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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An Analysis of Machining Parameters for Metal Matrix Composite
Abstract: The electro-discharge machining analysis of hybrid Composite is presented in this work. Variables are chosen for the input process parameters. The material removal rate is acknowledged as an output parameter, together with the current, graphite and silicon carbide percentage and pulse on time. We used the Taguchi Method to conduct our experiments. To create the theoretical model and look into how process parameters affect the rate at which material is …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 76–85 Read article