ABSTRACT
CONTENTS 7.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 179 7.2 Definition of the Problem...................................................................... 181 7.3 Objectives ................................................................................................. 182 7.4 Experiments for Ceramic Materials ..................................................... 183 7.5 Results....................................................................................................... 184 7.6 Preliminary Conclusions ....................................................................... 190 7.7 Experimental Plan for M7 Hardened Tool Steel Drill Bar............... 190 7.8 The Problem Encountered and Possible Reasons ............................. 191 7.9 Remaining Work ..................................................................................... 191 7.10 Benefits to Companies ........................................................................... 192 7.11 Related Work Outside AMMC............................................................. 192 7.12 Related Work Inside AMMC ................................................................ 192
This chapter is focused on belt centerless grinding applied to hardto-machine materials. The initial objective is to assess the feasibility of high stock removal on ceramics while maintaining a good control on the process. Attempts in this area have been few and not highly successful, hence there are few or no literature on this subject.
