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Current Research Trends in Abrasive Waterjet Machining of Fiber Reinforced Composites

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The use of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites in the aircraft and automotive industries exponentially. Reinforced fibers which are abrasive in nature make it hard to machine by the traditional machining. Dissipation of heat into workpiece which in turn results in enhanced cutting tool wear and damage to the workpiece is the common problems faced in traditional machining of FRPs. Nontraditional machining is favorable to reduce these issues. Abrasive waterjet machining (AWJM) is one of the best choices for machining FRPs. Development in AWJM of FRPs and the current research in this field will be discussed in details. Machining process of FRPs, quality dependents such as surface finish and variable cutting parameters will be addressed. One of main issues in AWJM noise due to high flow rate of water jet will be addressed. The importance of human safety aspects when AWJM is employed will be highlighted. Limitations and challenges in AWJM are presented elaborately.

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Materials Science Forum (Volume 713)

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37-42

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https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/MSF.713.37

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February 2012

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D.K. Kalla, B. Zhang, R. Asmatulu, P.S. Dhanasekaran

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Abrasive Water Jet Machining, Delamination, FRP, Kerf Width

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