Abstracto

Electro Thermal Modelling of Micro EDM

Vinothkumar.S

Micro-Electrical discharge machining (Micro-EDM) is an electro-thermal non-conventional machining process, where electrical energy is used to generate electrical spark and material removal mainly occurs due to thermal energy of the spark. However, due to complex nature of the process, it has not been fully understood. In this investigation Finite element modelling of RC-circuit Micro-EDM process has been carried out to predict the MRR using Finite element analysis software ANSYS (v.12). This model considers Capacitance, Resistance and Voltage to predict temperature distribution on the workpiece. The results have been verified with the experimental investigation performed with the pure copper as the tool electrode and AISI 304 stainless steel as the workpiece