Hybrid-hybrid turning of micro-SiCp/AA2124 composites: A comparative study of laser-and-ultrasonic vibration-assisted machining

Machining of micro SiCp/AA2124 composites remains a challenge with conventional machining yielding poor surface quality high tool wear. In this paper, we study two distinct and unique hybrid processes the aim improving outcome three types micro-SiC/AA2124 different particulate volume fractions sizes. The class studied is available commercially being used in industrial applications, thus assessing outcomes becomes even more pertinent. Vibratory where made to vibrate at ultrasonic frequencies, known as ultrasonically assisted turning (UAT), shown yield some clear improvements machining. Next, incorporate laser assistance goal inducing thermal softening process zone. This hybrid-hybrid which referred laser-ultrasonic-assisted (LUAT) has potential for improved significantly reduced forces topology improvement. Our studies indicate that an optimum power exists each type metal matrix composite considering particle size fraction reinforcements benefits terms force reduction, improvement potentially life enhancement. addition, computational model was developed can be predict variable parameters.