Transiently stable emulsions for metalworking fluids

Peter J. Bittorf, Shiv G. Kapoor, Richard E. DeVor, Nandakishore Rajagopalan

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Abstract

The objective of this research is to design transiently stable emulsions that provide equivalent or superior performance in terms of cooling and lubrication when compared with conventional metalworking fluids (MWF). In this paper, the effect of surface tension, particle size, and the proportion of oil in the mixture on fluid functionality are evaluated by a design of experiment (DOE) approach. Based on the DOE results, the most important factors that influence drilling temperatures and forces are identified, which in turn guides the custom formulation. Other measures of performance that include emulsion stability and the time for the oil to separate are also considered. Machining tests are conducted to assess overall performance of the transiently stable custom formulations.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationTransactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME 2007 - Papers Presented at NAMRC 35
Pages343-350
Number of pages8
StatePublished - 2007
Event35th North American Manufacturing Research Conference, NAMRC 35 - Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Duration: May 22 2007May 25 2007

Publication series

NameTransactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME
Volume35
ISSN (Print)1047-3025

Other

Other35th North American Manufacturing Research Conference, NAMRC 35
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAnn Arbor, MI
Period5/22/075/25/07

Keywords

  • Drilling
  • Emulsions
  • Metalworking fluids

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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