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Automated Cutting And Drilling Of Composite PartsProposed automated system precisely cuts and drills large, odd-shaped parts made of composite materials. System conceived for manufacturing lightweight composite parts to replace heavier parts in Space Shuttle. Also useful in making large composite parts for other applications. Includes robot locating part to be machined, positions cutter, and positions drill. Gantry-type robot best suited for task.
Document ID
19930000605
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Warren, Charles W.
(Alabama Univ.)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
September 1, 1993
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 17
Issue: 9
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Fabrication Technology
Report/Patent Number
MFS-27282
Accession Number
93B10605
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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