Articles | Volume 17, issue 1
https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-17-427-2026
https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-17-427-2026
Research article
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15 Apr 2026
Research article |  | 15 Apr 2026

Multiphysics investigation of thermo-mechanical behavior and mechanisms in small-hole tapping of Ti6Al4V alloy

Wei Gao, Xinfu Liang, Lei Lin, Xiangkun Meng, Wenjing Zhang, Qi Gao, and Jiawei Zhang
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To create reliable tiny threads in tough titanium for aerospace parts, this research used advanced computer simulations. We found that friction generates most of the tool stress and intense localized heat, which explains rapid tool wear. These insights help design better tools and optimize machining settings, improving manufacturing efficiency and product durability for critical engineering applications.
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