Fabrication and Machining of Fiber Matrix Composite through Electric Discharge Machining: A short review

Abstract The Fiber Refinement Polymer Composites (FRPCs) are of great interest nowadays. Composites are employed in diverse areas such as automobiles, aerospace, and the military due to their multiple advantages for better mechanical, thermal, and fracture toughness features. Several researchers have constructed FRPCs using different natural fibers and matrix materials. However, to complete the assembly of the components or pieces, FRPC's actual applications require some secondary activities. Very few scientists discussed the machinability of these FRPCs. The main problems in fiber-reinforced composite plastic machining were discussed in this review concerning the most recent research in this field. In contrast, the unconventional and conventional machining processes were considered, this paper includes annual research in production, traditional machining, unconventional machining, and hybrid MMC machining. The final part of the paper addresses conclusions and future scope.

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