Biomachining-a Review

Abstract

Abstract-Micro-manufacturing is one of the fastest growing technologies and non-traditional machining processes have been found to be beneficial for micro manufacturing using low density of energy for metal removal. In biomachining the metabolic function of the bacterium is utilized, no physical or chemical energy needs to be focused at the machining point, thereby avoiding the possibility of generating a damaged layer or a heat-affected zone in the machined surface. In biomachining, microorganisms are used to create the desired part(s) of the metals to the required dimensions. In this study an attempt has been made to understand the basics of "Biomachining" along with the factors effecting the output performance characteristics.