Abstract: A previously proposed micromechanical formula, aiming to predict the vaporization energy Qv of composite materials as a function of fiber and matrix properties and fiber volume ratio, was assessed. ...

Abstract: Major drilling characteristics of Aramid fiber-reinforced plastics are experimentally investigated. The chip appears highly deformed and tends to smear on the tool. Forces and, mainly, torque are ...

Abstract: The present work is an experimental investigation on the laser forming process of aluminum alloy and stainless-steel thin sheets. A high-power diode laser (HPDL) with a nonsymmetric spot ...

Abstract: The relatively new technique of fluidized bed assisted abrasive jet machining (FB-AJM) is applied to finishing the inner surfaces of tubular Inconel 718 components. The effects of abrasive size, ...