Application of Nanofluids in Machining Processes - A Review

Machining is one of the largest and most widely used methods of producing segments in industries. In this way, cutting fluids play an important role in minimizing production time, cost and energy in different machining operations. In this research, at first, the role of machining in manufacturing and importance of lubrication fluids during cutting has been presented, then different machining processes have been explained and finally some issues about nanofluids have been illustrated. Moreover, influence of cutting parameters such as cutting force, surface roughness, machining temperature and environmental effects were investigated. Furthermore, some cases of utilizing nanofluids in machining operations have been reported briefly in a table. In this table some items like kinds of nanoparticle, tool and workpiece material and machining processes (grinding, turning, milling and drilling) are mentioned. Results reveal that because of suitable nanofluids characteristics, optimum utilizing of them for cooling and lubrication purpose, can be beneficial in different machining operations.