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Precision microfinishing by electro-chemical honing

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  • A.K. Dubey
  • H.S. Shan
  • N.K. Jain

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Surface condition and shape deviations produced by manufacturing processes have pronounced influence on the functional performance of engineering components. This paper reports a comprehensive study on the influence of several key process parameters of Electro-Chemical Honing (ECH), a precision microfinishing technology, on dominant machining criteria the surface roughness improvement. The current intensity, electrolyte concentration, stick-out pressure and stick grit-size are found to be the major players influencing the response significantly. With distinct coordination of electrolytic dissolution and mechanical scrubbing, ECH can be utilized as a precision microfinishing process for critical components of tribological significance. More than 90% improvement in surface finish with precisely controlled shape deviations can be achieved. Important features of the ECH setup that was designed and developed indigenously are also highlighted.

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  • A.K. Dubey & H.S. Shan & N.K. Jain, 2009. "Precision microfinishing by electro-chemical honing," International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 17(4), pages 364-372.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijmtma:v:17:y:2009:i:4:p:364-372
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