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### **First time cutting and sanding jute boards**
The crucial step for this project was to test whether these material samples could be used with basic fabrication tools, such as a circular saw or sanding belt. The potential issue with cutting these materials is that their long fibers might get caught inside the tools.
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<figcaption>Cutting small scale samples with a circular saw</figcaption>
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It was exciting to discover that the biomaterials were strong enough to withstand circular forces of the saw and could be easily sanded, making them a potential alternative to other synthetic boards.