Controlled depth abrasive waterjet machining (AWJM) is an unconventional and promising process for materials introducing challenges in conventional high value manufacturing (HVM) industries such as aerospace automotive. In applications, acts a flexible cutting tool compared to milling. The kerf profile, i.e. the removed material volume, nonlinearly depends on parameters water pressure, jet trav...

Presented is an experimental investigation of the machining characteristics and the effect of wire electrical discharge machine (WEDM) process parameters during machining of Al/ZrO2(p) particulate reinforced metal matrix composite (PRMMC). Experiments are carried out to investigate the effects of input parameters such as dielectric conductivity, pulse width, time between pulses, maximum feed ra...

Quality improvements in laser cutting of mild steel have been achieved. by a newly developed model-based optimisation strategy. The specific aims of such efforts are to assure quality of cut when cornering. Such routines encompass a large proportion of all features processed on laser curting systems, and therefore their successful production is paramount. Associated with cornering is the elevat...

Due to the abrasive nature of material, conventional machining CFRP composites is typically characterised by high mechanical forces and poor tool life, which can have a detrimental effect on workpiece surface quality, properties, dimensional accuracy, and, ultimately, functional performance. The present paper details an experimental investigation assess feasibility wire electrical discharge (WE...

Conventional laser cutting is optimized for cut speed and quality but does not consider process fume. When processing hazardous materials in environments where global extraction practical, such as during situ nuclear decommissioning, consideration of fume critically important. Fume generation governed by forces applied to the molten front; dynamic interactions between assist-gas front control t...