Introduction to Machining of Composite Materials

Virtually every composite part goes through some sort of post processing step such as machining before it is put into service. Machining composites can be much more challenging than metals and is a potential source of defects. Some of the challenges include poor heat conduction, dissimilar and abrasive materials, and a laminated structure.

This AIM Event webinar will provide an introduction machining composite materials, covering various machining operations and their applications, the main challenges encountered during machining, existing process modeling and experimental evaluations for machining composites, and the effects of composite material properties and tooling conditions on machining performance, tool wear, and part quality.

Presenter: Dr. Xiaoliang Jin, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of British Columbia

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