Modeling Grinding Process as Micro-Machining Operation

The quest for precision components and parts in manufacturing industries has led to an increase in the need for effective and efficient finishing operations that can satisfy this increasing demand. Modelling of grinding is necessary to understand the effects of process conditions, grinding wheel properties and workpiece material dynamics thus allowing for process planning, optimization, and control. A computational based model for surface grinding process as a micro-machined operation has been developed. The model was used to compute the tangential and normal grinding force at different values of wheel velocity, grinding depth and workpiece feed velocity. The results obtained from the model are discussed in this book.