An initial attempt has been made to develop a mathematical model for m
achining of FRPs. The anisotropic theory of plasticity has been utiliz
ed. The analysis is carried out for four different FRP materials and f
or four different fibre orientation angles. A total Lagrangian formula
tion-based transient elasto-plastic finite element analysis has been a
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