Analysis of contact temperature in grinding CFRP

This study reports on measurements of the cutting temperature in abrasive cutting CFRP with thermocouple elements. A connection strategy for coupling both thermal wiring components in process via heat sealing is proposed and evaluated. The gained temperature signal and response indicate temperature load up to 740° C. It is also evident, that temperature load is vastly dissipating due to high thermal conductivity of CFRP and short contact time. No thermal degradation or pyrolysis was registered in edge inspection after abrasive cutting and the process was assessed feasible for edge trimming in CFRP.