Towards sustainable precision: A review of water jet meso and micromachining
The result's identifiers
Result code in IS VaVaI
<a href="https://www.isvavai.cz/riv?ss=detail&h=RIV%2F61989100%3A27230%2F25%3A10259167" target="_blank" >RIV/61989100:27230/25:10259167 - isvavai.cz</a>
Result on the web
<a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025025162" target="_blank" >https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025025162</a>
DOI - Digital Object Identifier
<a href="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2025.106447" target="_blank" >10.1016/j.rineng.2025.106447</a>
Alternative languages
Result language
angličtina
Original language name
Towards sustainable precision: A review of water jet meso and micromachining
Original language description
Micro-Abrasive Water Jet Machining (mu AWJM) has become a critical technology for precision micro-manufacturing, addressing the limitations of both conventional and other unconventional machining methods. Its significance lies in its ability to process complex geometries in a vast range of materials-including thermally sensitive polymers, brittle advanced ceramics, composites, superalloys, and thin-film structures-without inducing damage. As a non-thermal disintegration process, mu AWJM holds a distinct advantage over methods like laser cutting and EDM by creating minimal heat-affected zones, thereby preventing the material degradation, warping, and residual stresses that often necessitate costly post-processing. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of mu AWJM's fundamental principles, including fluid dynamics, abrasive particle behavior, and material removal mechanisms. It examines the intricate interplay of key process parameters such as abrasive particle size (MESH), nozzle geometry, fluid pressure, and standoff distance, and how these parameters influence machining performance and surface integrity. Recent technological advancements, including optimized abrasive delivery systems and the integration of machine learning for process optimization, are critically evaluated. This review not only highlights the inherent advantages of mu AWJM but also addresses current challenges such as kerf taper, nozzle wear, and the efficient machining of novel materials. Furthermore, it delves into the diverse applications of mu AWJM across microfluidics, biomedical engineering, aerospace, and electronics, showcasing its versatility in fabricating complex microstructures. Finally, this review outlines future research directions, ultimately solidifying mu AWJM's crucial role in the future of sustainable and precise manufacturing.
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Czech description
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Classification
Type
J<sub>imp</sub> - Article in a specialist periodical, which is included in the Web of Science database
CEP classification
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OECD FORD branch
20301 - Mechanical engineering
Result continuities
Project
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Continuities
S - Specificky vyzkum na vysokych skolach
Others
Publication year
2025
Confidentiality
S - Úplné a pravdivé údaje o projektu nepodléhají ochraně podle zvláštních právních předpisů
Data specific for result type
Name of the periodical
Results in Engineering
ISSN
2590-1230
e-ISSN
2590-1230
Volume of the periodical
27
Issue of the periodical within the volume
September 2025
Country of publishing house
NL - THE KINGDOM OF THE NETHERLANDS
Number of pages
30
Pages from-to
nestránkováno
UT code for WoS article
001541793400004
EID of the result in the Scopus database
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