Abstract
Machining of composite materials is difficult due to the heterogeneity and heat sensitivity of the material and the high abrasiveness of the reinforcing fibers. This results in damage being introduced into the workpiece and very high tool wear. The use of traditional machining methods was reviewed in Part I of this paper. Here new methods are considered: laser, waterjet, electro-discharge, electro-chemical spark, and ultrasonic machining. These various techniques have been applied to organic matrix composites with aramid, glass, graphite fiber reinforcement but also to metal matrix and ceramic matrix composites. © 1992.
Recommended Citation
S. Abrate and D. Walton, "Machining Of Composite Materials. Part II: Non-traditional Methods," Composites Manufacturing, vol. 3, no. 2, pp. 85 - 94, Elsevier, Jan 1992.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1016/0956-7143(92)90120-J
Department(s)
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
composites; cutting; drilling; electro-chemical; electro-discharge; laser; machining; spark; ultrasonic; waterjets
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
0956-7143
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2023 Elsevier, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Jan 1992
