A review on micro-milling: recent advances and future trends

By B. Balázs, Norbert Geier, M. Takács, J. Davim. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 2020

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Recently, mechanical micro-milling is one of the most promising micro-manufacturing processes for productive and accurate complex-feature generation in various materials including metals, ceramics, polymers and composites. The micro-milling technology is widely adapted already in many high-tech industrial sectors; however, its reliability and predictability require further developments. In this paper, micro-milling related recent results and developments are reviewed and discussed including micro-chip removal and micro-burr formation mechanisms, cutting forces, cutting temperature, vibrations, surface roughness, cutting fluids, workpiece materials, process monitoring, micro-tools and coatings, and process-modelling. Finally, possible future trends and research directions are highlighted in the micro-milling and micro-machining areas.

Subfields: Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

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