Abstract: Laser-assisted machining (LAM) of silicon nitride (Si3N4) is evaluated for its potential to become an economically viable process in fabricating precision ceramic parts. On-line measurements of ...

Abstract: This paper presents a procedure to characterize deformation behavior applicable to various engineering materials in machining processes. Orthogonal machining tests are used to obtain the relationship ...

Abstract: The influence of the residual stresses attending the plastic deformation of a rim on the cyclic crack growth driving force produced by repeated two-dimensional rolling contacts is evaluated. The ...