Cutting temperature measurement while machining – a review

Purpose This paper gives the background to the measurement of metal cutting temperatures and a review of the practicality of the various methods of measuring cutting temperature while machining metals. Design/methodology/approach The review was compiled after a literature search, visits to other research establishments and discussions with other researchers in the machining/temperature measurement field. Findings Information about several methods of measuring cutting temperature during a machining process is given along with the limitations of the use of each method. Practical implications All the temperature measurement methods discussed have their limitations and these are described for each method listed. Originality/value The paper provides a review of all the cutting temperature measurement methods discovered in recent work. This will be a reference document of interest to others working in this field.