A review on advanced cutting tools and technologies for edge trimming of carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites

Recently, the use of carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites is predominant and will grow further. Although these fibrous composites are often manufactured near net shape, their mechanical machining is often required to meet dimensional tolerances. Considering the difficult-to-cut nature of CFRP composites, the technology planning of edge trimming of CFRPs poses significant challenges and obstacles. Therefore, the main aim of this study is to critically review and discuss challenges, recent expertise and experience gained in the area of edge trimming CFRPs. On the one hand, conventional and advanced edge trimming technologies are reviewed and compared. On the other hand, advanced cutting tools are presented and discussed. Finally, future scope and prospects are highlighted to determine further research scopes in the edge trimming of CFRP composites.

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Edge trimming

Machining

Polymer-matrix composites (PMCs)

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620: Engineering

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A review on advanced cutting tools and technologies for edge trimming of carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites