A compliant contact tool that carries and distributes polishing compound over the glass surface.
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Meaning and boundaries
A pad is not inert; fiber, foam, hardness, porosity, texture, wear, loading, moisture, and contamination can alter removal and finish.
Why it matters in glass restoration
Pad selection and condition affect contact area, slurry distribution, heat, edge transition, haze, and final appearance.
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References
- GlassRenu — Before You Begin
Publisher’s original source - GlassRenu — How To: Remove Glass-on-Glass Scratch Damage
Publisher’s original source - NASA — Handbook for Recommended Material Removal Processes for Advanced Ceramic Test Specimens and Components
Publisher’s original source - Optica Publishing Group — The Role of Cerium Oxide in Glass Polishing
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