Creep feed grinding is a specialized grinding technique used in manufacturing to remove large amounts of material in a single pass. The process involves grinding at a slow feed rate and high depth of cut, resulting in a high material removal rate. Creep feed grinding is particularly effective for grinding hard and difficult-to-machine materials such as hardened steels, ceramics, and superalloys.
The process is typically performed on specialized grinding machines that can maintain high rigidity and stability while operating at low speeds. The machines are equipped with high-powered grinding wheels that are able to remove large amounts of material quickly and efficiently. Coolant is also used to help control heat generated during the grinding process and to remove debris from the workpiece.