Theoretical and experimental investigations on material removal of MRSTP with structured ball head magnetic pole
摘要
Magnetorheological Shear Thickening Polishing (MRSTP) integrates the dual effects of shear thickening and magnetization enhancement, making it a highly promising multi-field assisted polishing technology. Experimental studies on MRSTP have demonstrated its capability to achieve nanoscale surface finishes. Additionally, a two-dimensional predictive model for material removal rate (MRR) has been established based on the one-dimensional flow characteristics of the medium. However, structured MRSTP tools require a three-dimensional model for MRR prediction, leaving the microscopic material removal mechanism unclear. Therefore, this study developed a new three-dimensional MRR model by incorporating non-Newtonian fluid dynamics, spherical kinematics, abrasive–workpiece contact mechanics and a statistical model of active abrasives. This model enables the prediction of pressure and MRR distribution across a three-dimensional contact region. Validation experiments conducted on Ti-6Al-4V alloy workpieces show an average prediction error of only 7.94%. The results further indicate that increasing the feed angle and spindle speed while reducing the working gap enhances the MRR. This study provides a theoretical foundation for further MRSTP research and contributes to the development of polishing strategies tailored to specific materials and geometries.