Towards sustainable precision: A review of water jet meso and micromachining

Kód výsledku v 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>

Výsledek na webu

<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>

Jazyk výsledku

angličtina

Název v původním jazyce

Towards sustainable precision: A review of water jet meso and micromachining

Popis výsledku v původním jazyce

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&apos;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&apos;s crucial role in the future of sustainable and precise manufacturing.

Název v anglickém jazyce

Towards sustainable precision: A review of water jet meso and micromachining

Popis výsledku anglicky

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&apos;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&apos;s crucial role in the future of sustainable and precise manufacturing.

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J_imp - Článek v periodiku v databázi Web of Science

CEP obor

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OECD FORD obor

20301 - Mechanical engineering

Projekt

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Návaznosti

S - Specificky vyzkum na vysokych skolach

Rok uplatnění

2025

Kód důvěrnosti údajů

S - Úplné a pravdivé údaje o projektu nepodléhají ochraně podle zvláštních právních předpisů

Název periodika

Results in Engineering

ISSN

2590-1230

e-ISSN

2590-1230

Svazek periodika

27

Číslo periodika v rámci svazku

September 2025

Stát vydavatele periodika

NL - Nizozemsko

Počet stran výsledku

30

Strana od-do

nestránkováno

Kód UT WoS článku

001541793400004

EID výsledku v databázi Scopus

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