Experimental Investigation into Surface Roughness of polished Zinc plate with ultrasonic vibration using Single Pole Magnetic Abrasive Finishing

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Year : 2026 | Volume : 14 | 02 | Page :
    By

    Puneet Singh,

  • Ashwani Sharma,

  • Kheelraj Pandey,

  • Chitra Bajpai,

  1. Research Scholar, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Amity University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Amity University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
  3. Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Amity University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
  4. Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Shri Ramswaroop Memorial College of Engineering and Management, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India

Abstract

This research investigates how applying ultrasonic vibrations influences the surface finish quality of zinc plates when using the Single Pole Magnetic Abrasive Finishing (SP-MAF) method. In SP-MAF, magnetic abrasive particles (MAPs)—amalgamation of ferromagnetic and abrasive materials—are guided by a magnetic field to achieve precise surface finishing. Introducing ultrasonic vibration improves the effectiveness of the flexible magnetic abrasive brush (FMAB), which forms as the MAPs align along the magnetic field lines. This enhancement leads to better material removal and improved surface quality. The research examines the effects of key process variables, including polishing speed (ranging from 250 to 1250 RPM), feed rate (1.5 to 5.5 mm/sec), and working gap (4 to 6 mm), on the final surface finish. A comprehensive analysis across various operating conditions institutes that ultrasonic assistance significantly augments finishing efficiency and gives smoother and better surfaces compared to those obtained through traditional process of MAF. These outcomes show that ultrasonic-assisted SP-MAF is an effective method for achieving superior finishes on zinc and other soft materials. The SEM images at experimental optimum parameters shows that the irregularities and the scratches appearing in form of holes and patches in the raw sample have been reduced and the polished surface appears to be defect free in the finishing direction.

Keywords: Single Pole Magnetic Abrasive Finishing (SP-MAF), Flexible Magnetic Abrasive Brush (FMAB), Surface Roughness (SR), Surface Texture Analysis, and Ultrasonic-Vibration-Assisted MAF.

How to cite this article:
Puneet Singh, Ashwani Sharma, Kheelraj Pandey, Chitra Bajpai. Experimental Investigation into Surface Roughness of polished Zinc plate with ultrasonic vibration using Single Pole Magnetic Abrasive Finishing. Journal of Polymer & Composites. 2026; 14(02):-.
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Puneet Singh, Ashwani Sharma, Kheelraj Pandey, Chitra Bajpai. Experimental Investigation into Surface Roughness of polished Zinc plate with ultrasonic vibration using Single Pole Magnetic Abrasive Finishing. Journal of Polymer & Composites. 2026; 14(02):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2026/view=240586


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Volume 14
02
Received 24/09/2025
Accepted 06/11/2025
Published 23/04/2026
Publication Time 211 Days
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