Structured abrasive article and method of using the same

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8425278
APP PUB NO 20110053460A1
SERIAL NO

12547590

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A structured abrasive article comprises a backing, and an abrasive layer disposed on and secured to the backing. The abrasive layer comprises shaped abrasive composites, each comprising abrasive particles dispersed in a binder. Each the shaped abrasive composites independently comprises: a base disposed on the backing; a plurality of walls extending away from the base, and a grinding surface not contacting the base. Adjacent walls share a common edge. Each wall independently forms a dihedral angle with the base of less than or equal to 90 degrees. The grinding surface has a plurality of: cusps, and facets that contact a recessed feature. At least a portion of the recessed feature is disposed closer to the base than each of the cusps. Each cusp is formed by an intersection of two of the walls and at least one of the facets. Use of the structured abrasive article to abrade a workpiece is also disclosed.

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3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANYP O BOX 33427 SAINT PAUL MN 55133-3427

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Culler, Scott R Burnsville, US 91 5808
Haas, John D Roseville, US 28 2776
Li, Chaodi Woodbury, US 23 117

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