Finite element modeling of quartz material for analyzing material removal rate in ECDM process

A hybrid technique called spark assisted chemical engraving (SACE), also known as electro chemical discharge machining (ECDM) or electrochemical anode machining (ECAM), is used to efficiently and affordably miniaturise parts made of various non-conducting materials. In the micro-machining of these materials, ECDM has a wide range of applications in the nuclear, automotive, medical, etc. industries. ECAM is a hybrid method that combines the ability to remove material from electrochemical machining (ECM) and electro discharge machining (EDM) (EDM). The analysis of the material loss rate using finite element models is not widely studied (MRR). Testing is done to verify the FEA model and evaluate it against earlier research. The MRR was found to be 16.66% greater when simulated and contrasted to previous research results. It was also observed that existing experimental results error is larger in magnitude by 16.66% than experimental results error by 4.16% spark region is 400 microns by high speed camera. Furthermore, the temperature distribution has also analyzed.