Hard turning of difficult-to-cut materials is an economical method of machining components with high surface quality and mechanical performance. Conventionally in the machining industry, generating a component from raw goods includes a casting or forging process, rough machining, heat treatment to a desired hardness, and then finished-machining through a grinding process. Given the relative disadvantages of grinding, which include high specific energy consumption and low material removal rates, a newer technology has been introduced; hard turning. After the heat treatment of a cast part (generally in a range of 50-65 HRC), hard turning allows for immediate finished-machining. Hard turning reduces the production time, sequence, cost, and energy consumed. In addition, dry machining offsets environmental concerns associated with the use of coolant in grinding operations as well as other common turning operations. Higher specific forces and temperatures in the contact area between the tool and workpiece lead to excessive tool wear. Generated tool wear affects the quality of the machined surface. Therefore, minimizing tool wear and consequently the generated surface quality become the status quo. Adverse effects associated with generated heat at the tool tip can be reduced by using cutting fluid or by continuously providing a fresh cutting edge. The latter method will be applied in this thesis. Rotary tool cutting involves a tool in the form of a disk that rotates about its axis. Different types of rotary tools have been developed, all with similar functional characteristics, however few are commercially available. Rotary tools can be classified as either driven or self-propelled. The former is provided rotational motion by an external source while the latter is rotated by the chip flow over the rake face of the tool. A prototype self-propelled rotary tool (SPRT) for hard turning was developed which provides economical benefits and affordability for the user. It was tested on a turret-type CNC lathe by machining AISI 4140 Steel that was heat treated to 54-56HRC and Grade 5 Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V). Carbide inserts with ISO designation RCMT 09 T3 00 (9.5mm diameter) were used during machining. Both the SPRT rotational speed and the workpiece surface roughness were measured. Also, chips were collected and analyzed for each of the cutting conditions. The same procedure was followed during machining with the same tool which was denied the ability to rotate, therefore simulating a fixed tool with identical cutting conditions. Comparisons were made between tool life, surface roughness, and chip formation for the fixed tool and SPRT. Tool rotational speed was also analyzed for the SPRT. In general, the designed and prototyped SPRT showed very good performance and validated the advantages of self-propelled rotary tools. A typical automotive component that is hard turned from difficult-to-cut materials is a transmission input shaft. These components demand high strength and wear resistance as they couple the vehicle‟s engine power to the transmission and remaining driveline. / UOIT

Hard turning is a machining process where a single point cutting tool removes material harder than 45 HRC from a rotating workpiece. Due to the advent of polycrystalline cubic boron nitride (PCBN) cutting tools and improved machine tool designs, hard turning is an attractive alternative to grinding for steel parts within the range of 58-68 HRC, such as bearings. There is reluctance in industry to adopt hard turning because of a defect called white layer. White layer is a hard, 1-5 쭠deep layer on the surface of the specimen that resists etching and therefore appears white on a micrograph. When aggressive cutting parameters are used, even using a new tool, white layer is expected. If more conservative parameters are selected, one does not expect white layer. There is some debate if white layer actually decreases the strength or fatigue life of a part, but nevertheless it is not well understood and therefore is avoided. This research examines the use of two different non-destructive evaluation (NDE) sensors to detect white layer in hard turned components. The first, called a Barkhausen sensor, is an NDE instrument that works by applying a magnetic field to a ferromagnetic metal and observing the induced electrical field. The amplitude of the signal produced by the induced electrical field is affected by the hardness of the material and surface residual stresses. This work also examines the electrochemical properties of white layer defects using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. This idea is verified by measuring the electrochemical potential of surfaces with white layer and comparing to surfaces without any. Further corrosion tests using the electrochemical impedance spectroscopy method indicate that parts with white layer have a higher corrosion rate. The goal of this study is to determine if it is possible to infer white layer thickness reliably using either the Barkhausen sensor or electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). Measurements from both sensors are compared with direct observation of the microstructure in order to determine if either sensor can reliably detect the presence of white layer.

Finish machining of hardened steel is receiving increasing attention as an alternative to the grinding process, because it offers comparable part finish, lower production cost, shorter cycle time, fewer process steps, higher flexibility and the elimination of environmentally hazardous cutting fluids. In order to demonstrate its economic viability, it is of particular importance to enable critical hard turning processes to run in optimal conditions based on specified objectives and practical constraints. In this dissertation, a scientific and systematic methodology to design the optimal tool geometry and cutting conditions is developed. First, a systematic evolutionary algorithm is elaborated as its optimization block in the areas of: problem representation; selection scheme; genetic operators for integer, discrete and continuous design variables; constraint handling and population initialization. Secondly, models to predict process thermal, forces/stresses, tool wear and surface integrity are addressed. And then hard turning process planning and optimization are implemented and experimentally validated. Finally, an intelligent advisory system for hard turning technology by integrating experimental, numerical and analytical knowledge into one system with user friendly interface is presented. The work of this dissertation improves the state of the art in making tooling solution and process planning decisions for hard turning processes.

A necessidade de se usinar materiais de alta dureza e garantir bom acabamento superficial é um desafio para as atuais indústrias metal/mecânica. Além disso, coloca-se também a necessidade de fazê-lo de forma técnica e economicamente viável. Diante desse desafio o torneamento duro surge como uma opção. Com o uso dos parâmetros (velocidade de corte, avanço e profundidade de corte) e ferramentas adequadas o torneamento duro possibilita uma adequada rugosidade superficial e pode substituir a necessidade de retificação, simplificando e reduzindo custos no processo de fabricação. Para que seja possível alcançar tais resultados, é necessária a pesquisa e validação de parâmetros que permitam a execução do torneamento de materiais de alta dureza. Por meio de ensaios, de desbaste interno, realizados com peças de metal duro H11N e com ferramentas de diamante, foram feitos testes preliminares com o uso da ferramenta de projeto de experimentos (DOE), para selecionar os melhores conjuntos de parâmetros (velocidade de corte e avanço). Foi realizado um segundo grupo de testes, finais, para garantir estatisticamente os melhores resultados, as informações obtidas foram rugosidade, desgaste e número de passes. Com a análise dos resultados preliminares obtidos utilizando a ferramenta estatística de projeto de experimentos (DOE), foi identificado alta quebra de ferramentas (54%). Com a realização de micrografias, a possibilidade do problema estar relacionado com a estrutura do material e ou com o tamanho do grão foi descartada. Foram detectadas ainda, marcas na superfície usinada dos corpos de prova que são indicadores da existência de vibrações durante o processo, o que justifica o número elevado de quebras das arestas de corte de forma prematura. Os testes finais não apresentaram quebra prematura de ferramentas, e sim uma vida maior que o esperado. Foi estabelecido parâmetros viáveis para o processo, velocidade de corte de 22,1 m/min e avanço de 0,09 mm/rev. Através da análise do desgaste foi possível estabelecer um critério para troca de ferramenta, que foi o desgaste de flanco (Vb) de 0,2mm. / The necessity of machining materials with high hardness to ensure a good surface finish is a challenge for metal mechanic industries these days. Furthermore, it has the necessity to achieve this goal in a technical way and be economically viable. An option to tackle this challenge is hard turning. Through the use of parameters (speed cutting, feed rate and cut depth) and adequate tools, the hard turning enables a good surface roughness and can replace the need for grinding, making the fabrication process simpler and reducing the cost. In order for these results to be achieved, research is required and validation of parameters, which allow the realization of turning materials with high hardness. Through trials of internal thinning, with pieces made of H11N material and diamonds tools, Design of experiments (DOE) preliminary tests were carried out to select the best parameters group (cutting speed and feed rate). Secondary tests were done to ensure statically the best results in this case, the data obtained was of roughness, wear and tool life. When analyzing the preliminary results obtained using the statistic tool, design of experiments (DOE), it was identified that a high breakage of tools was occurring (54%). Through micrograph tests, the possibility of the problem being with the material structure and grain size was discarded. Traces were detected in the machining surface on the machined piece, these are indicators of the chance of vibration during the process, which can justify the high premature tool breakage. The final tests didnt show premature tool breakage, they showed the life span of the tool was longer than what was expected. Viable parameters were established for this process, cutting speed of 22.1 m/min and feed rate of 0.09 mm/rev. Through the wear analysis it was possible to establish a criterion of tool change, it was flank wear (Vb) of 0.02mm.

The aim of the paper was to proposed new manufacturing technology. In the beginning, the diploma thesis deals with the technological aspects of manufacturing hydraulic valve. Subsequently is described the usage of manufacturing technology. The existing production process is analysed in detail. Better efficiency was achieved by using hard turning instead grinding technology. Economic evaluation is described in the end of thesis, where is efficiency of hard turning technology supported by calculations.

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As empresas não mais podem pensar em desenvolvimento econômico sem a paralela preservação do meio-ambiente e do benefício mútuo da sociedade. É importante que as condições econômicas e sociais sejam melhoradas ao longo do tempo, sem exceder a capacidade de suporte do planeta. As indústrias podem contribuir para melhorar esse cenário aplicando uma gestão sustentável de manufatura, uma vez que estes são um dos principais agentes causadores de impactos. No entanto, para que consigam aprimorar a sustentabilidade de seus processos, é indispensável, antes de tudo, conhecer o seu real desempenho. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo principal desenvolver um método estruturado e simples para a avaliação de desempenho em sustentabilidade de processos de manufatura, permitindo a construção de relatórios de sustentabilidade mais precisos, periódicos e que venham a apoiar o processo de tomada de decisão gerencial. Embora modelos para a avaliação de desempenho em sustentabilidade tenham sido apresentados nos últimos anos, como o guia GRI, estes ainda carecem de critérios e regras para realizar análises mais precisas e integradas. O método proposto pode ser aplicado em dois processos de manufatura distintos, comprovando a sua eficácia e robustez. Ele é usado para analisar e comparar o desempenho em sustentabilidade de dois processos de usinagem, Retificação e Torneamento de Metais Endurecidos. Esses processos concorrem entre si em algumas faixas de atuação, tornando difícil a decisão sobre qual dos dois processos é o ideal para a produção de determinadas peças. Por meio do trabalho, foi possível comprovar a superioridade do processo de retificação em termos de ganhos econômicos, com a contrapartida de pior desempenho ambiental / Companies can no longer consider economical development without the parallel preservation of the environment and mutual benefit of the society. It is important that the economic and social conditions are improved over time, without exceeding the planet carrying capacity. Industries can contribute to improve this scenario by using cleaner and more efficient technologies, since they are one of the main sources of impacts. However, for them to improve their processes sustainability, it is essential to use an assessment tool which is able to evaluate their performance properly. The main goal of this work is to provide a structured and simple method for assessing sustainability performance of manufacturing processes, allowing the construction of more accurate and frequent sustainability reports, that may support the managerial decision making process. Although sustainability performance assessment models have been presented in recent years, as the GRI, there are still a lack of criteria and rules for carrying out more accurate and integrated assessments. The proposed method was able to be applied in two different manufacturing processes assessments, proving its effectiveness and robustness. It was used to analyze and compare the sustainability performance of two machining processes, grinding and hard turning. These processes compete with each other on some applications, making it difficult to decide which of the two processes is ideal for the production of certain parts. Through the study, it is demonstrated the grinding process superiority in terms of economic gains, at the cost of a higher environmental burden

As empresas não mais podem pensar em desenvolvimento econômico sem a paralela preservação do meio-ambiente e do benefício mútuo da sociedade. É importante que as condições econômicas e sociais sejam melhoradas ao longo do tempo, sem exceder a capacidade de suporte do planeta. As indústrias podem contribuir para melhorar esse cenário aplicando uma gestão sustentável de manufatura, uma vez que estes são um dos principais agentes causadores de impactos. No entanto, para que consigam aprimorar a sustentabilidade de seus processos, é indispensável, antes de tudo, conhecer o seu real desempenho. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo principal desenvolver um método estruturado e simples para a avaliação de desempenho em sustentabilidade de processos de manufatura, permitindo a construção de relatórios de sustentabilidade mais precisos, periódicos e que venham a apoiar o processo de tomada de decisão gerencial. Embora modelos para a avaliação de desempenho em sustentabilidade tenham sido apresentados nos últimos anos, como o guia GRI, estes ainda carecem de critérios e regras para realizar análises mais precisas e integradas. O método proposto pode ser aplicado em dois processos de manufatura distintos, comprovando a sua eficácia e robustez. Ele é usado para analisar e comparar o desempenho em sustentabilidade de dois processos de usinagem, Retificação e Torneamento de Metais Endurecidos. Esses processos concorrem entre si em algumas faixas de atuação, tornando difícil a decisão sobre qual dos dois processos é o ideal para a produção de determinadas peças. Por meio do trabalho, foi possível comprovar a superioridade do processo de retificação em termos de ganhos econômicos, com a contrapartida de pior desempenho ambiental / Companies can no longer consider economical development without the parallel preservation of the environment and mutual benefit of the society. It is important that the economic and social conditions are improved over time, without exceeding the planet carrying capacity. Industries can contribute to improve this scenario by using cleaner and more efficient technologies, since they are one of the main sources of impacts. However, for them to improve their processes sustainability, it is essential to use an assessment tool which is able to evaluate their performance properly. The main goal of this work is to provide a structured and simple method for assessing sustainability performance of manufacturing processes, allowing the construction of more accurate and frequent sustainability reports, that may support the managerial decision making process. Although sustainability performance assessment models have been presented in recent years, as the GRI, there are still a lack of criteria and rules for carrying out more accurate and integrated assessments. The proposed method was able to be applied in two different manufacturing processes assessments, proving its effectiveness and robustness. It was used to analyze and compare the sustainability performance of two machining processes, grinding and hard turning. These processes compete with each other on some applications, making it difficult to decide which of the two processes is ideal for the production of certain parts. Through the study, it is demonstrated the grinding process superiority in terms of economic gains, at the cost of a higher environmental burden

The dissertation is focused on the optimization of technological processes in the production of the outer bearing ring. The first part of the research was focused on the latest trends in the production of bearings. In the experimental part the technological processes of production were analyzed from the choice of the semi-finished product to the optimization of finishing technologies for machining the outer diameter of the bearing ring.

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