Electro-Micromachining and Microfabrication: Principles and Research Advances

Bridging the gap between the need for micro elements and the profitable microfabrication of goods, this new book provides an informative overview of the electro-micromachining and microfabrication processes, varieties, and important applications. Opening with an overview of a variety of micromachining technologies, with an emphasis on nontraditional approaches and recent advances in each, the volume discusses the ultrasonic micromachining processes for producing a variety of micro-shapes, such as micro-holes, micro-slots, and micro-walls, as well as assisted hybrid micromachining with ultrasonic vibration of the tool or workpiece, all which help to improve precision and to advance research. Computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing dental micromachining technologies are discussed. Micro-electrical discharge machining, laser micro grooving, and laser micromachining are among the advanced micro-manufacturing processes addressed as well. The volume also covers the use of an electrochemical micromachining method to improve micro texturing and the use of nano-additives to enhance MQL and micromachining process optimization. Provides an overview of micromachining technologies, with an emphasis on nontraditional approaches. It discusses the ultrasonic micromachining processes for producing micro-shapes such as micro-holes, micro-slots, and micro-walls. Computer-aided design, and computer-aided manufacturing, dental micromachining technologies are discussed. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Series Page About the Editors Table of Contents Contributors Abbreviations Acknowledgment Preface 1. Introduction to Micro-Electro Machining and Fabrication 2. Advances in Ultrasonic Micromachining and Assisted Electro-Machining for Microfabrication 3. Emerging Trends in High-Speed Micro-Machining of Dental Ceramics Through CAD-CAM Systems 4. Micro-Machining Performances by ECDM Process for Non-Conducting Materials 5. Advancement of Electrochemical Discharge Micromachining: Processing Micro-Features in Non-Conducting Materials 6. Simulation Analysis During Laser Microgrooving of Alumina Ceramic 7. Laser Beam Micromachining and Fabrication 8. Micro-Wire Electric Discharge Grinding as a Future Technology in Micromachining 9. Nano-Additives Assisted MQL and Optimization in Micro-Machining Processes 10. Breakthrough of Powder Additives in Powder Mixed Micro-Electric Discharge Machining 11. Micro-Electro Discharge Machining: Principles and Applications 12. An Insight on Micro-End Milling Process 13. Recent Advancement in Microtexturing Using Electrochemical Micromachining 14. Surface Modification Through Micro-EDM Process 15. A Review on Micromachining of Ti-6Al-4V Using Micro-EDM 16. A Review on Electrical Micromachining Using Silicon Electrodes 17. Performance Enhancement of Micro-Machined Surfaces Using Powder Mixed EDM Index