Method for mechanical surface treatment using electro-pulse assisted deep rolling

    公开(公告)号:US12084733B1

    公开(公告)日:2024-09-10

    申请号:US18132687

    申请日:2023-04-10

    CPC classification number: C21D7/08 B23P15/02 B23P9/02

    Abstract: A mechanical surface treatment method for a workpiece includes using a multi-axis powered machine to actuate a deep rolling tool having a roller relative to the workpiece. The actuating includes applying the roller against a workpiece surface with a normal force sufficient to plastically deform the workpiece and translating the roller relative to the workpiece surface. The method includes concurrently applying an electrical current to the workpiece surface in a manner that produces an electroplastic effect at the workpiece surface and a near surface region. The electroplastic effect and the plastic deformation produce a refinement in a grain structure at the workpiece surface and near surface region and an increase in dislocation sources and tangles within the grain structure.

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