Sur l'usinabilité des composites à matrices polymères renforcée par des fibres

Abstract

A literature review about machinability of fiber reinforced polymeric composites is given, in order to provide results and conclusions on the machining of composite materials with thermoplastic matrix and short fibers. The significant contributions to the current state-of-the-art are surveyed by considering the machining aspects involved in organic composites. The various models which have been introduced to predict the cutting parameters are also reviewed. Then, the parameters affecting machinability of composites are thoroughly examined. The various criteria for machining purposes are after that presented in a synthetic form where analysis of the various contributions developed in this field is given. Finally, a list of issues requiring further research is highlighted. © AFM, EDP Sciences 2010.