Ultrasonic-assisted ultraprecision turning of zinc selenide spherical surfaces using straight-nosed diamond tools with cutting-edge-slipping

Key Points

• Enhanced surface quality was achieved with ultrasonic-assisted ultraprecision turning.
• Key evidence shows a significant reduction in surface roughness to 23.4 nm.
• Analysis involved utilizing diamond tools in the machining of zinc selenide.
• These findings may enable advancements in optical components but require further exploration of effectiveness.