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Sharlane Costa1,2,3, Mário Pereira4, João Ribeiro3,5,6
1Center for Microelectromechanical Systems (CMEMS), University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal.
Materials (Basel, Switzerland)
|November 26, 2022
Summary
Textured abrasive wheels improve grinding by reducing workpiece stress and heat, enhancing accuracy and tool life. This review clarifies the advantages and limitations of various groove production methods for these advanced grinding tools.
Area of Science:
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Materials Science
Background:
- Texturing abrasive wheels significantly enhances grinding operations.
- Benefits include reduced workpiece stress, lower temperatures, improved dimensional accuracy, and extended tool life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and clarify the particularities of abrasive wheel texturing methods.
- To establish factors affected by groove production methods and identify technological advances.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of abrasive wheel texturing techniques.
- Analysis of different groove production methods, including those for re-texturing.
Main Results:
- Various texturing methods exist, impacting tool accuracy and applicability.
- Some methods create 3D grooves; others allow for re-texturing worn zones.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive understanding of texturing method advantages and drawbacks is needed.
- Identifies potential areas for future research in abrasive wheel texturing technology.
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