Adaptive system for active control and monitoring biobased lubricants for smart manufacturing

Purpose and goal

The project´s goal is to develop an intelligent system for active/adaptive lubricant supply to the work zone with simultaneous online/in-process estimation of bio-lubricant efficiency. The proposal aims to solve some of the above problems and develop an intelligent system of active/adaptive lubricant supply to the work zone by MQL with simultaneous online/in-process estimation of lubricant performance/efficiency.

Expected effects and result

Scientific and industrial communities are currently searching for the best lubricant suitable for MQL machining that meets the environmental and high-performance requirements for certain machining operations and materials to be processed with given tools. On the other hand, there are few fundamental studies on the mechanisms of MQL-assisted machining. Furthermore, the role of nanoadditives in lubrication and their mechanism of action are still under a question mark. The project aims at solving some fundamental problems as well as the development of practical solutions.

Planned approach and implementation

The project consists of the following WPs: - Adaptation of MQL device to smart control and different bio-lubricants - Influence of MQL lubrication on machining dynamics - PCM development and validation at lab conditions - Adaptation of PCM+MQL system to industrial conditions - Activities aimed at disseminating results