Abstract: A metal matrix composite (MMC) material machining tool and a method for forming such a tool. In one embodiment, the MMC machining tool of the present invention is comprised of a support disk. In this embodiment, the MMC machining tool is further comprised of a plating material which is bonded to at least a portion of the support disk. The present embodiment further recites a plurality of diamond particles coupled to the plating material such that the plurality of diamond particles are securely plated to at least a portion of the support disk. In this embodiment, the plurality of diamond particles are securely plated to the support disk in a manner such that the plurality of diamond particles are adapted to machine metal matrix composite material.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
November 14, 2000
Date of Patent:
June 22, 2004
Assignee:
Metallic Composites for the 21st Century, Inc.