Presidential Faculty Fellows/Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers (PFF/PECASE): Environmentally Conscious Machine Tool Systems

这项工作的重点是与机械加工过程相关的环境问题的研究。该研究强调表征切削液在加工中的作用，以减少/消除流体。为了消除或在短期内减少切削液对环境的影响，需要更好地了解切削液的作用和功能，包括流体浓度、流速、压力和应用点的影响。切削液使用的一个不利方面是雾的形成。目前正在进行研究，以确定与雾形成有关的机制。切削液在传热和润滑方面的影响也在研究中。一项教学工作也在进行中，其中包括开发具有环保意识的制造课程。

DMI-9628984 Sutherland This effort is focused on research related to environmental issues associated with machining processes. The research emphasizes characterizing the role of cutting fluids in machining with the goal of fluid reduction/elimination. In order to eliminate, or in the short term reduce the environmental impact of cutting fluids, a better understanding of the role and function of cutting fluids is required, including the effects of fluid concentration, flow rate, pressure, and point of application. One negative aspect of cutting fluid use is mist formation. Research to characterize the mechanisms associated with mist formation is being undertaken. The effects of cutting fluids in terms of heat transfer and lubrication are also being examined. A teaching effort is also underway that includes the development of courses in environmentally conscious manufacturing.