Coolant Delivery System for Creep-Feed Grinding - Mechanical ...

Dalhousie University MECH 4010 – Design Project I – Fall Term Report
5.0 Project Status
As the first semester comes to a close, this design project seems to be at a good stage for
completion on schedule next semester.
At this point, the desired major system parameters have been determined and major design
components specified. Many of these components; including pumps, motors, speed controllers,
drive components and valves, have been ordered from local industrial supplier Kinecor, and
should arrive mid-December.
The frame design is complete and the materials will be purchased by mid December to allow for
construction over the Christmas break.
Design of the nozzle for the coolant and lubrication side of the system has already begun, and the
design will be refined throughout December. A final design with a preliminary nozzle opening
should be complete and ready for manufacturing in January. Further refinements to the nozzle
opening to achieve improved profile coverage may occur throughout January and February
depending on time requirements and test results. Design of the nozzle for the wash side will also
take place throughout December.
Design of the mounting components for both nozzles is also underway and should be completed
in December or early January.
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