Optimising subsurface integrity and surface quality in mild steel turning: A multi-objective approach to tool wear and machining parameters

This study investigates the impact of machining parameters and tool dynamics on mild steel degradation of surface quality and subsurface, including heat effects, deformation, and microstructural changes that lead to microcracks and work hardening. Firstly, we examined the individual impacts of cutti...

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Main Authors: Muhammad Imran, Suo Shuangfu, Bai Yuzhu, Wang Yuming, Naveed Raheel
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Published: Elsevier 2025-03-01
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Suo Shuangfu
Bai Yuzhu
Wang Yuming
Naveed Raheel
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Suo Shuangfu
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Wang Yuming
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description This study investigates the impact of machining parameters and tool dynamics on mild steel degradation of surface quality and subsurface, including heat effects, deformation, and microstructural changes that lead to microcracks and work hardening. Firstly, we examined the individual impacts of cutting velocity (Vc), feeding rate (f), and depth of cut (ap) on surface roughness and surface topography. Secondly, an examination was conducted to assess the influence of tool wear on the morphology of the turning surface using the white light interferometer (ZYGO). Finally, this study employs Grey Relational Analysis (GRA), Data Environment Analysis Ranking (DEAR), and Multi-objective Optimization based on Ratio Analysis Method (MOORA) optimization techniques with S/N ratios to refine 3D surface roughness (Sa, Sz, Sq) and material removal rates (MRR) in mild steel turning using a CVD-coated carbide tool.Key findings reveal that increasing Vc reduces surface roughness and improves morphology, while higher f and ap deteriorate both. Tool wear progresses through three stages, with the poorest surface quality occurring in the final stage. The results showed that cutting speed is the most influencing parameter on surface roughness in wet (43.37%) and dry (56.66%) turning, followed by feed rate (wet: 6.90%, dry: 7.71%) and depth of cut having minimal impact (wet: 2.04%, dry: 0.12%). The optimal machining parameters, determined as Vc = 125.6 m/min, f = 0.35 mm/rev, and ap = 0.7 mm, demonstrate the efficacy of the optimization techniques in achieving enhanced surface quality and making a significant contribution to the field of machining and manufacturing.
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spelling doaj-art-b6613fcb3c40439f99268edafd50cb5d2025-02-12T05:31:11ZengElsevierJournal of Materials Research and Technology2238-78542025-03-013534403462Optimising subsurface integrity and surface quality in mild steel turning: A multi-objective approach to tool wear and machining parametersMuhammad Imran0Suo Shuangfu1Bai Yuzhu2Wang Yuming3Naveed Raheel4State Key Laboratory of Tribology in Advanced Equipment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tsinghua University, China; University of Engineering and Technology Lahore, Faisalabad Campus, PakistanState Key Laboratory of Tribology in Advanced Equipment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tsinghua University, China; Corresponding author. State Key Laboratory of Tribology in Advanced Equipment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China.State Key Laboratory of Tribology in Advanced Equipment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tsinghua University, ChinaState Key Laboratory of Tribology in Advanced Equipment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tsinghua University, China; Corresponding author. State Key Laboratory of Tribology in Advanced Equipment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China.University of Engineering and Technology Lahore, Faisalabad Campus, PakistanThis study investigates the impact of machining parameters and tool dynamics on mild steel degradation of surface quality and subsurface, including heat effects, deformation, and microstructural changes that lead to microcracks and work hardening. Firstly, we examined the individual impacts of cutting velocity (Vc), feeding rate (f), and depth of cut (ap) on surface roughness and surface topography. Secondly, an examination was conducted to assess the influence of tool wear on the morphology of the turning surface using the white light interferometer (ZYGO). Finally, this study employs Grey Relational Analysis (GRA), Data Environment Analysis Ranking (DEAR), and Multi-objective Optimization based on Ratio Analysis Method (MOORA) optimization techniques with S/N ratios to refine 3D surface roughness (Sa, Sz, Sq) and material removal rates (MRR) in mild steel turning using a CVD-coated carbide tool.Key findings reveal that increasing Vc reduces surface roughness and improves morphology, while higher f and ap deteriorate both. Tool wear progresses through three stages, with the poorest surface quality occurring in the final stage. The results showed that cutting speed is the most influencing parameter on surface roughness in wet (43.37%) and dry (56.66%) turning, followed by feed rate (wet: 6.90%, dry: 7.71%) and depth of cut having minimal impact (wet: 2.04%, dry: 0.12%). The optimal machining parameters, determined as Vc = 125.6 m/min, f = 0.35 mm/rev, and ap = 0.7 mm, demonstrate the efficacy of the optimization techniques in achieving enhanced surface quality and making a significant contribution to the field of machining and manufacturing.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2238785425002467Surface quality3D surface roughnessMechanism of subsurface damageWhite light interferometry (ZYGO)WearResponse surface methodology (RSM)
spellingShingle Muhammad Imran
Suo Shuangfu
Bai Yuzhu
Wang Yuming
Naveed Raheel
Optimising subsurface integrity and surface quality in mild steel turning: A multi-objective approach to tool wear and machining parameters
Journal of Materials Research and Technology
Surface quality
3D surface roughness
Mechanism of subsurface damage
White light interferometry (ZYGO)
Wear
Response surface methodology (RSM)
title Optimising subsurface integrity and surface quality in mild steel turning: A multi-objective approach to tool wear and machining parameters
title_full Optimising subsurface integrity and surface quality in mild steel turning: A multi-objective approach to tool wear and machining parameters
title_fullStr Optimising subsurface integrity and surface quality in mild steel turning: A multi-objective approach to tool wear and machining parameters
title_full_unstemmed Optimising subsurface integrity and surface quality in mild steel turning: A multi-objective approach to tool wear and machining parameters
title_short Optimising subsurface integrity and surface quality in mild steel turning: A multi-objective approach to tool wear and machining parameters
title_sort optimising subsurface integrity and surface quality in mild steel turning a multi objective approach to tool wear and machining parameters
topic Surface quality
3D surface roughness
Mechanism of subsurface damage
White light interferometry (ZYGO)
Wear
Response surface methodology (RSM)
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2238785425002467
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