Microsecond measurement resolution for process cycle diagnostics of micro-EDM milling

Tool Run-Out Measurement in Micro Milling

The interest in micro manufacturing processes is increasing because of the need for components characterized by small dimensions and micro features. As a result, researchers are studying the limitations and advantages of these processes. This paper deals with tool run-out measurement in micro milling. Among the effects of the scale reduction from macro to micro, tool run-out plays an important ...

Investigation of laser milling process characteristics for micro tooling applications

A Review of Micro - EDM

There is a huge demand in the production of microstructures by a non-traditional method which is known as Micro-EDM. Micro-EDM process is based on the thermoelectric energy between the workpiece and an electrode. Micro-EDM is a newly developed method to produce micro-parts which in the range of 50 μm -100 μm. Micro-EDM is an efficient machining process for the fabrication of a micro-metal hole ...

MICRO-EDM FOR MICRO-CHANNEL FABRICATION ON NONCONDUCTIVE ZrO2 CERAMIC

In this study, microelectro-discharge (micro-ED) milling of nonconductive ZrO2ceramicsis investigated using a Cu tool electrode in kerosene dielectric. An adhesive Cu foil is firmly attached on the workpiece to initiate the sparks. After the machining of Cu foil, an electrically conductive carbonic layer is formed on the ceramic workpiece disassociating the kerosene dielectric, which allows mic...

Laser milling for micro tooling

Laser milling provides a new method of producing components for the micro tool manufacturing industry. This paper considers the technical capabilities of laser milling when applied to the machining of components for micro tooling. Characteristics important for laser milling as a micro tooling manufacturing process are reviewed. These characteristics are surface finish, aspect ratio, dimensional...