Effect of Workpiece Edge Angle on Radius Produced by Vibratory Finishing

摘要

An investigation was conducted to determine the effect of the included edge angle upon the radius produced by vibratory finishing of small precision parts. Workpiece materials studied included phosphor bronze, 6061-T6 aluminum, and 303Se stainless steel. Edges having included angles smaller than 90 exp 0 require finishing cycles up to 20 times longer than those having angles greater than 90 exp 0 . The effect of the edge angle can be easily calculated. (ERA citation 06:022417)