SPARK EROSION CUTTING OF GERMANIUM.

Abstract

The conditions for machining germanium by the spark erosion technique are established. The effects of this machining on the structure of the crystal are studied by etch pitting. Under proper conditions minimal damage to the crystal results. This technique appears to have the advantages of speed, minimal surface damage and flexibility in the shape of the cut. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1970
Accession Number
AD0708756

Entities

People

  • Howard K. Birnbaum
  • R. P. Walson
  • W. L. Haworth

Organizations

  • University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Elements
  • Fabrication
  • Germanium
  • Group 14 Elements
  • Machining
  • Manufacturing
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Resilience

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Tribology (the study of the boundary interaction between sliding surfaces, lubrication, wear and friction).