The interactive learning program „Metal Removal 5“ describesthe automated production process grinding.

The structure and function of the surface grinder, the cylindrical grinderand machine tools for grinding are presented. Grinding tools are described according to their structure and characteristicsand their selection is illustrated and practiced using examples. The balancing, clamping and dressing of grinding wheels are described, alongwith working techniques and procedures. Animations are used to reinforcethe descriptions. Countermeasures for the prevention of accidents and environmental damageare discussed and practiced. The Course Objectives helps in the retention of learned material.

A test of the course objectives helps to remember the content of this chapter.

Processing time: approx. 4,5 hours (total)

• Grinding Machines
  • Structure of the Horizontal Surface Grinder
  • Structure of the Universal Cylindrical Grinder
  • Types of Grinding Machines
• Grinding Tools
  • Structure and Properties
  • Shapes
  • Designation of Grinding Wheels
• Grinding Process
  • Determining the Cutting Parameters
  • Clamping and Balancing Grinding Wheels
  • Dressing Grinding Wheels

• PC with Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7
• min. Pentium 133; 16MB RAM
• 160 MB available hard drive memory (for complete installation)
• 16 bit color depth at 800 x 600
• sound card and 4x CD-ROM