Theoretical and experimental investigation of electrochemical ballizing

M. S. Hewidy, K. P. Rajurkar, G. F. Royo, M. Fattouh

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Abstract

This paper investigates the application of electrochemical ballizing (ECB) in finishing holes which are produced by conventional machining processes. A special test rig has been designed where the electrolyte is pumped through an initial hole of hardened steel workpieces. The front of the tool is of spherical shape, and therefore the electrolyte distribution is regular. A computer implement model is proposed for accurately estimating the thickness of the removed workpiece surface. Experimental results have been found to agree with the estimated values. The surface roughness measurement and scanning electron microscopy indicate the improvement in the surface characteristics of holes.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1335-1347
Number of pages13
JournalInternational Journal of Production Research
Volume27
Issue number8
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 1989

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Strategy and Management
  • Management Science and Operations Research
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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