Development of Electrochemical Microtextured Cell for Fabrication of Complex Micropattern

Abstract

Introduction: This paper highlights the representative patents related to the application of maskless electrochemical micromachining (EMM) using microtextured tools and developed cells under electrolysis conditions for the generation of high-quality complex patterns, i.e., cascade micropattern on stainless steel. background: Electrochemical Microtextured Cell Method: To acquire high accuracy level, the workpiece and tools are fixtured properly in the developed microtextured cell, and a developed vertical cross-flow system is utilized for the generation of a precise cascade micropattern. An electrochemical microtextured cell is designed and developed inexpensively for the fabrication of high-quality complex micropatterns. The eco-friendly combined electrolyte of NaNO3 and NaCl is employed for precise micro texturing. Result: The consequence of predominant input factors, i.e., IEG, voltage, and flow rate, are explored on machining rate, precision, depth, and surface finish during complex micro-texturing using developed microtextured cells. The complex microtextured tool is fixtured in tool holding device in a developed microtextured cell and fabricates nineteen precise complex micropatterns. Conclusion: An effort has been made to find suitable input factors for the generation of precise complex micropatterns.