The Trend of Research in Abrasive Flow Machining

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10.61552/JME.2025.01.001

Theerapong Maneepen , Parinya Srisattayakul , Oris Maneesai ,
Wittaya Nuchangsing , Somsak Meenakorn , Narong Mungkung

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Abstract: Review of this article about AFM. The objective is to find trends and gaps in research and development in the AFM production process. From researching related articles it consists of 5 steps: Step 1. They are researching research on AFM. Step 2. Screening redundant articles. and are not directly related. Step 3. Analysis of important issues such as primary variables, scope, workpieces, abrasives, and dependent variables. Step 4. Trends in each area of research and development. Step 5. Summarize the results from 73 articles from various journals. AFM finds applications in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, molds and dies, and precision manufacturing. It is employed for achieving high-quality surface finishes, deburring internal passages, improving aerodynamic performance, enhancing fluid flow characteristics, and optimizing the functionality of critical components. The advantages of AFM include its ability to finish complex internal surfaces, remove burrs and imperfections, and achieve precise control over surface finish. AFM offers a non-contact and non-thermal machining method, which minimizes the risk of damage to delicate workpieces and preserves their dimensional accuracy. AFM has become a valuable tool in industries that demand precision and enhanced surface quality. Further research and development in AFM will continue to expand its applications and optimize its capabilities.
Can be grouped into 6 main groups: Group 1 is a research study that works on a one-way, two-way AFM machine, etc. Group 2 has the addition of workpiece rotation. Group 3 has done a simulation and compared it with the experiment. Group 4 adds a magnetic field to help. Group 5 studies abrasives mixed with polymers and carriers, and Group 6 uses ultrasonic to help. Here are some potential research gaps or trends in AFM: 1) Optimization of Process Parameters Surface Integrity and Material Property Analysis 2) Further research is needed to understand the impact of AFM on the surface integrity and material properties of different materials. 3) Modeling and Simulation. 4) Advanced Media Formulations 5) Sustainability and Environmental Considerations 6) Hybrid Machining Approaches. 7) Real-time Monitoring and Control.

Keywords: Abrasive flow machining (AFM), Abrasive flow finishing (AFF), Abrasive flow polishing (AFP)

Recieved: 11.03.2024, Revised: 09.05.2024, Accepted: 06.06.2024