Abstract
Grinding is a finishing process used in almost every industry. The purpose of this research is to study the effects of grinding on aluminum. Finite Element Method (FEM) is used to numerically simulate grinding by using microscale modeling. It is found that though under grinding, stress mises developed do not exceed yield stress. The force variation and displacement parameters have been correspondingly discussed. The effects of grinding on the workpiece with and without lubrication.
Highlights
Surface finishing process like grinding is complex because of multiple cutting edges
Physical models have broader application compared to empirical models but they are not always feasible in real life scenarios
Both physical and empirical models are used in this simulation
Summary
Surface finishing process like grinding is complex because of multiple cutting edges. Many researches [1] were dedicated to find optimal conditions of performing grinding operation for better surface finish. Experimental analysing of this process under confined conditions is good for validation of grinding process. Physical models have broader application compared to empirical models but they are not always feasible in real life scenarios. Both physical and empirical models are used in this simulation. In this paper we intend to demonstrate the grinding process using both physical and empirical model with the help of finite element modelling. By using finite element modelling we simulate interaction of grinding grit and workpiece in Abaqus/Standard. Materials we use are grinding grit made of steel and aluminium workpiece [6]
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