NASA NTRS · 19870016058
Method for machining holes in composite materials
Abstract
A method for boring well defined holes in a composite material such as graphite/epoxy is discussed. A slurry of silicon carbide powder and water is projected onto a work area of the composite material in which a hole is to be bored with a conventional drill bit. The silicon carbide powder and water slurry allow the drill bit, while experiencing only normal wear, to bore smooth, cylindrical holes in the composite material.
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Daniels, Julia G., Ledbetter, Frank E., III, Clemons, Johnny M., Penn, Benjamin G., White, William T.. 1987-07-21. Method for machining holes in composite materials. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19870016058
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