The aim of this study is to characterize the link between the cutting conditions used while trimming a composite material glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) and the surface quality by characterizing the area roughness of the machined surfaces. In the experimental evaluation, a central composite design with 20 combinations was used to study cutting parameters (cutting speed (V c), radial engagement (a e) and tooth feed (f z)). The area roughness parameters (Sa, Sq, Sz) were measured by a KEYENCE VHX-6000 3D profilometer. Response Surface Methodology (MSR) were used to determine mathematical models using experimental data.
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