| Category | Principle | Example Processes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | High-velocity abrasive particles or fluid | Ultrasonic Machining (USM), Abrasive Jet Machining (AJM), Water Jet Machining (WJM) | | Electrical | Electro-thermal erosion | Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) | | Electrochemical | Anodic dissolution at ionic level | Electrochemical Machining (ECM), Electrochemical Grinding (ECG) | | Thermal | High-energy beam melting/vaporization | Laser Beam Machining (LBM), Electron Beam Machining (EBM), Plasma Arc Machining (PAM) |
: Avoiding mechanical stresses or thermal damage caused by traditional tools. 2. Classification of Processes Non Conventional Machining Process Ppt