An Investigation On Effects Of Machining Parameters In Turning With The Use Of Minimum Quantity Lubrication And Solid Lubricants

Abstract

To control the high heat generated during machining process, large amount of cutting fluid is applied to machining area. Application of cutting fluid may increase total production cost and also causes threat to worker’s health and environmental damage. With this view, alternatives are required to avoid the application of cutting fluid. The use of minimum quantity lubrication and solid lubricants is one such response to reduce the consumption of cutting fluid. In this direction, the objective of the proposed work is develop a setup to apply solid lubricant with minimum quantity to machining area. The solid lubricants are mixed with oil to analyze the effects on output parameters such as surface roughness, tool wear and cutting force. The mixture containing solid lubricant and oil performed effectively as compared to fluid cooling during machining. Hence proposed approach of lubrication can be considered as cost effective and environmentally friendly technique in place of fluid cooling.