Vibration Assisted Machining

The first book to comprehensively address the theory, kinematic modelling, numerical simulation and applications of vibration assisted machining 

Vibration Assisted Machining: Theory, Modelling and Applications covers all key aspects of vibration assisted machining, including cutting kinematics and dynamics, the effect of workpiece materials and wear of cutting tools. It also addresses practical applications for these techniques. Case studies provide detailed guidance on the design, modeling and testing of VAM systems. Experimental machining methods are also included, alongside considerations of state-of-the-art research developments on cutting force modeling and surface texture generation.  

Advances in computational modelling, surface metrology and manufacturing science over the past few decades have led to tremendous benefits for industry. This is the first comprehensive book dedicated to design, modelling, simulation and integration of vibration assisted machining system and processes, enabling wider industrial application of the technology. This book enables engineering students and professionals in manufacturing to understand and implement the latest vibration assisted machining techniques. Highlights include:   

• Comprehensive coverage of the theory, kinematics modelling, numerical simulation and applications of vibration assisted machining (VAM)  
• Case studies with detailed guidance on design, modelling and testing of VAM systems, as well as experimental machining methods 
• Discussion of state-of-the-art research developments on cutting force modelling and surface texture generation    
• Coverage of the history of VAM, its current applications and future directions for the technology  

Vibration Assisted Machining: Theory, Modelling and Applications provides engineering students, researchers, manufacturing engineers, production supervisors, tooling engineers, planning and application engineers and machine tool designers with the fundamentals of vibration assisted machining, along with methodologies for developing and implementing the technology to solve practical industry problems.  

Dr. Lu Zheng received his MSc and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Newcastle University, UK in 2016 and 2020, respectively. He is currently a Lecturer at China Agricultural University. His research interests include cutting performance and functional surface generation in vibration assisted machining.

Dr. Wanqun Chen received his PhD in mechanical engineering from Harbin Institute of Technology, China in 2014. Currently, he is an Associate Professor at Harbin Institute of Technology. His research interests include ultra-precision machining and vibration assisted machining. He has published more than 80 peer reviewed papers, contributed to three book chapters and holds six patents.

Dr. Dehong Huo is currently a Senior Lecturer in Precision Engineering at the School of Engineering, Newcastle University, UK. Currently, his work in precision manufacturing is focused on precision/micro machining processes for hard-to-machine materials and hybrid manufacturing processes. He is the co-author of four books and more than 100 papers in international journals and conferences. He is the editor and reviewer of many international journals and is an organizer for several international scientific conferences.