Thermal analysis of the grinding process

R. J. Gu, M. Shillor, G. C. Barber, T. Jen

Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

41 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

A two-dimensional mathematical model for the thermal aspects of a grinding process is presented. The model includes heat conduction in the grinding wheel, workpiece, and coolant. The heat generation through friction, heat loss to the environment as well as debris, and the interaction among the three components are described in detail. A finite-element algorithm is implemented to solve the nonlinear problem. Numerical results, such as temperatures in the grinding wheel and workpiece, are presented.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)991-1003
Number of pages13
JournalMathematical and Computer Modelling
Volume39
Issue number9-10
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - May 2004
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Coolant
  • FEA
  • Friction
  • Grinding
  • Heat transfer

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Modeling and Simulation
  • Computer Science Applications

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Thermal analysis of the grinding process'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this