Optimization of wire electrical discharge machining parameters for maximum material removal rate in cryogenically treated Ti-6Al-4 V
摘要
Wire-cut electrical discharge machining (WEDM) is frequently utilized to produce intricate profiles with extreme precision, when conductive metals are being machined. Bringing a significant removal rate has been demonstrated to be achievable with the WEDM process settings. Thus, the analysis and improvement of potential process variables that induce the highest material removal in cryogenically treated Ti-6Al-4 V alloy utilizing the WEDM approach is the main emphasis of this work. In order to maximize the material removal rate (MRR) during WEDM of the Ti-6Al-4 V alloy, Taguchi methodology and L18 orthogonal array is used to improve input process parameters. Wire material, pulse-on and pulse-off times, peak current, servo voltage, flushing pressure, wire tension, and wire feed rate were examined. Based on the selected input variables and performance evaluations, the objective was to determine the finest settings for WEDM Ti-6Al-4 V. The applications are in the field of aerospace industry, medical sector and automotive industry.