Parametric optimization and abrasive water jet drilling on bronze metal matrix composite

Abstract

In recent scenario, the Metal Matrix Composites (MMC) has been an essential role in all sectors such as automotive, marine, aircraft, agriculture and nuclear power plants. The MMC has commendable material behaviors. The better material characteristics have been achieved after conversion metals to MMC through the addition of reinforcements. Due to improved corrosion resistance and strength of the bronze metal matrix was considered for the present experimental work. It was formulated through stir casting technique. The machinability characteristics were analyzed through Abrasive Water Jet Machining (AWJM) process. The responses such as the Material Removal Rate (MRR) and Surface Roughness (SR) were evaluated based on its input factors. Taguchi optimization, contour plot and variance test were also reported.