Optimizing the Machining Parameters of Micro-EDM for Inconel 718

Optimization of machining parameters of EDM while machining Inconel 718 for form tolerance and orientation tolerance

This paper demonstrates the effectiveness of optimizing multiple characteristics of electrical discharge machining (EDM) of Inconel 718 using copper electrodes having different shapes via Taguchi method-based Grey analysis. The modified algorithm adopted here is used successfully for both detraining the optimum settings of machining parameters and for combining multiple quality characteristic i...

Temperature Measurement and Numerical Prediction in Machining Inconel 718

Thermal issues are critical when machining Ni-based superalloy components designed for high temperature applications. The low thermal conductivity and extreme strain hardening of this family of materials results in elevated temperatures around the cutting area. This elevated temperature could lead to machining-induced damage such as phase changes and residual stresses, resulting in reduced serv...

Technological Innovations in Machining of Inconel 718: A State of the Art

In this paper, a thorough review has been presented on the latest research work carried out for the enhancement of machining performance of one of the most commonly used superalloys that is, Inconel 718. The thermal energy has been frequently utilized for improving machinability characteristics of Inconel 718. The review of available literature indicates that plasma, laser, and electric dischar...

Investigation of Electric Discharge Machining of Inconel 718 Using Special Graphite Electrode

Electric Discharge Machining is a non-conventional machining process, used to machining difficult to machine materials. The major problem faced while doing EDM is high tool wear rate, end wear, corner wear , surface roughness and low material removal rate,. In this research work experimental investigations have been made to find the machining characteristics of high density ultra fine graphite ...

Detection of anamolous machining damages in Inconel 718 and TI 6–4 by eddy current techniques