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Review
. 2023 Nov 19;9(12):e22557.
doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e22557. eCollection 2023 Dec.

Review on 3D printing techniques for cutting tools with cooling channels

Anuj Srivathsa S S  1 , Muralidharan B  1
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Review

Review on 3D printing techniques for cutting tools with cooling channels

Anuj Srivathsa S S et al. Heliyon. .

Abstract

This review paper critically emphasizes the possibilities and recent developments for producing high-performance conventional cutting tools that are in demand in the traditional machining industry. These cutting tools are considered for use in traditional machining of materials that provide a high strength-to-weight ratio for various applications with high precision. This review focuses on the machinability of turning, milling, drilling, and other special tools manufactured using various additive manufacturing methods. The materials and methods used are also studied, enabling us to understand the vast requirements of tool materials and the additive manufacturing methods available for production. The critical suggestions discussed would establish a platform for the selection of printing methods and printing strategies to develop cutting tools with complex internal geometries.

Keywords: Additive manufacturing; Advanced tooling; Cutting tools; High-speed machining.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.

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Turning tools materials distribution chart in industries for 2013 and 2018.
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Turning tools produced via additive manufacturing methods (A- [43]; B- [46]; C- [54]).
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Milling tools produced via additive manufacturing methods (A- [20]; B- [47]; C- [48]; D- [43]).
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Drilling tools produced via additive manufacturing methods (a- [49]; b- [43]).
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Special tools-gear scuddling tool [61] (a-as printed tool; b-after post processing; c-machined internal gear in workpiece).
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