Optimization of the parameters of machining of the EDM processes by penetration of conductive ceramics
Area of engineering of the manufacturing processes
Dept. of mechanical engineering, energy and materials
Faculty of engineering and IT - Universidad Pública de Navarra (Spain)
c / Campus Arrosadía s/n; C. p.: 31006, Pamplona (Spain)
phone: + 34 948 169305; e-mail: inaki.puerta@unavarra.es
01/12/20021. Introduction
Through the use of mathematical models developed for this purpose, you will receive functions that enable the optimization of parameters related to the surface quality in these manufacturing processes, for the particular case of conducting technical ceramics such as silicon carbide or boron Carbide.
Based on current knowledge, the main disadvantage when implementing EDM technology for penetration to the case of ceramics is the electrical conductivity of the same, having set the border for the case of an electrical resistivity of 100 to 300 W/cm depending on the researchers [1-3].
Currently, there is a lack of work to study in depth the application of technology of EDM machining of conductive ceramics. In addition, considered that the versatility of this technology, together with its emerging and potential scope, will do that, in future, the field of EDM by penetration of the conductive ceramics solidifies to levels close to the application of such technology to metal materials.
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4. References
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[3] J. H. Zhang, C. T. Lee and w. S. Lau, j. Mater. Process. Tech., 63, (1997) pp. 908-912.
