Multiple-Compliant-Bristle, Self-Centering Self-Sizing Rotary Abrasive Hone

Author:  Steve A. Rands
Source:  US Patent 3,871,139
Doc ID:  1974024
Year of Publication:  1974
Abstract:  
A multiple-compliant-bristle, self-centering, self-sizing rotary abrasive hone made of multiple outwardly extending, flexible, extremely compliant plastic bristles (im a preferred form, made of Nylon plastic) having enlarged abrasive globules completely firmly attached to outer ends of the bristles in a non-flaking and non-chipping manner and with the surface configuration defined by the multiple abrasive globules being a cylindrical, conical, frusto-conical, or any of various other desired configuration, usually suitable for insertion into a recess or hole in a workpiece which is to be honed by relative movement of the abrasive hone with respect thereto.