U-shaped cutting segments for abrasive cutting tools

Abstract

A cutting segment (110) for mounting onto a work tool to provide an abrasive operation by the work tool, the cutting segment (110) having first and second side walls (220, 230) extending in an intended direction of motion (M) of the cutting segment (110) during the abrasive operation by the work tool, wherein the side walls (220, 230) are joined by a top surface (210) arranged to engage a work object during the abrasive operation, and where a pre-formed groove (130) in the top surface (210) of the cutting segment (110) extends in the intended direction of motion (M).

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