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Experimental study of graphene oxide suspension in drilling Ti-6Al-4V

titanium alloy,graphene oxide,WC drilling,cutting fluids

This paper investigates the wear mechanism of WC (tungsten carbide) drills in drilling titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V) with graphene oxide suspended cutting fluid and conventional coolant. By analysing cutting forces and examining the geometric shape of cutting chips and the surface of worn tools, wear progression in the cutting experiments were discussed. A significant reduction in cutting force and tool wear was found in cutting Ti-6Al-4V with graphene oxide suspended cutting fluid compared to conventional coolant. The causes led to such the change in cutting force and shape of cutting chips was analysed.