Application of Nanofluids for Machining Processes: A Comprehensive Review.

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Tribology

Background:

• Modern machining demands economically viable and environmentally friendly solutions.
• Traditional lubricants face limitations in high-performance machining operations.
• Nanofluids emerge as advanced lubricants for drilling, milling, turning, and grinding.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare the efficacy of various nanofluids in machining operations.
• To investigate the impact of nanoparticle and base fluid variations on performance.
• To evaluate the influence of nanofluids on key machining parameters.

Main Methods:

• Comparative analysis of different nanofluids (varying nanoparticle and base fluid types).
• Assessment of lubrication and cooling performance in standard machining processes.
• Measurement of surface roughness, cutting forces, and cutting temperature.
• Evaluation of tool life under different nanofluid conditions.

Main Results:

• Nanofluids demonstrate superior lubrication and cooling compared to simple lubricants.
• Improvements observed in surface roughness, reduced cutting forces, and lower cutting temperatures.
• Enhanced tool life reported with the application of nanofluids.
• Hybrid nanofluids show the most significant positive impact on machining efficiency.

Conclusions:

• Nanofluids are highly effective advanced lubricants for various machining operations.
• The selection of nanoparticle and base fluid type critically influences performance outcomes.
• Hybrid nanofluids represent the most promising category for maximizing machining efficiency and tool longevity.