Interactions of grinding tool and supplied fluid

Abstract

This paper reviews the physical and chemical interactions between the rotating tool and the supplied fluid in grinding. The mechanisms of this tool-fluid interaction are the key for high performance grinding processes due to an efficient fluid supply resulting in a minimal thermomechanical impact on workpiece and tool. Reduced wear, increased surface finish, suitable subsurface properties of the machined material, increased material removal rates, and also energy efficiency can be achieved. In this context, the fluid supply towards the contact zone between tool and workpiece, the tool cleaning with high pressure cleaning nozzles as well as (tribo)-chemical phenomena between the abrasive layer and the supplied fluid are analysed and discussed. Finally, knowledge gaps are revealed which are indicating future research needs.