Machining is a process in which a wedge-shaped tool engages a work piece to add a layer of material in the form of a chip.

In conventional machining

processes, High Cutting Speeds result in:

To choose a machining operation

for a component, depends upon:

In conventional machining it is of

great importance to achieve:

Non-conventional machining techniques offer

alternative methods for machining parts of complex shapes.

Non-conventional machining processes do

not need hard cutting tools because:

Very hard materials require harder tools in

non-conventional processes.

Non-conventional

machining processes utilize only one form of energy in direct form.

The

mechanical energy form, could be utilized in:

Machining in inaccessible areas is usually a drawback for conventional machining processes.