Comparative machinability and surface integrity in grinding of titanium

Abstract

This paper investigates the surface grinding process to evaluate the effect of input parameters of titanium, which is commonly known to have poor machinability. Dry and wet grinding experiments have been carried out and optimal conditions for grinding titanium have been identified with respect to feed rate, wheel speed and depth of cut. The incorporation of cooling improves integrity of ground surface which significantly extended resistance to wear. Moreover, comparative ANOVA roughness model has been derived. This model approved an interaction among all input parameters. © 2015, International Journal of Mechanics. All right reserved.