A Review Of The Environmental Impact Of Cutting Fluids Used For Manufacturing And Pharma Industries

Authors

  • Dilip Maruthi G
  • Rashmi R
  • Rajendra G

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53555/ejac.v13i1.1160

Keywords:

Bio oils, MQL, Eco-friendly oils, Cutting fluids, Coolant oil, Machining oil

Abstract

In the era of sustainability, all manufacturing industries, including pharmaceutical, should be responsible for reducing environmental pollution. Thus, Plant-based oils are set to play a crucial role in the lubricant and cutting fluid industries due to their renewable, natural, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly nature. Additionally, they are more cost-effective compared to synthetic alternatives. Unlike mineral oils, plant oils possess unique chemical structures that give them distinct properties. They offer superior lubrication, higher viscosity indices, and excellent anticorrosion characteristics, mainly because of their strong affinity for metal surfaces in this study. Recent research highlights the promising potential of manufacturing and pharma industries in terms of lubrication and cooling during machining, thus reducing the hazards to the operator. The oils used for the machining are also highlighted.

Author Biographies

  • Dilip Maruthi G

    Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru

  • Rashmi R

    Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru

  • Rajendra G

    Professor and Head, Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, Dr. Ambekar Institute of Technology, Bengaluru

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03-04-2025

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