Experimental investigation on monitoring interelectrode gap of ECM with six-axis force sensor

To realize on-line monitoring interelectrode gap, six-axis force sensor was embedded into main spindle of machine tool to measure force signals on cathode exerted by electrolyte. The force signals, three forces, and three moments in X, Y, Z directions, respectively, are considered as research parameters. On one hand, the forces exerted on the tool cathode by electrode are measured with six-axis force sensor as electrolyte flow system is...