Gear Making by the Hobbing Method
Advantages and Disadvantages of the Hobbing Method In work that takes hours…
Manufacturing Processes
A broad resource covering the fundamentals of manufacturing processes. From drilling and tapping exercises to an introduction to milling and lathe machines, from hacksaws to the parts of a lathe — the main topics of machining come together here.
Spring Winding on a Lathe
This article explains step by step how spring winding is done on…
Off-Center (Eccentric) Turning
If a cylindrically turned part is turned again with its axis offset…
Types of Dial Indicators
In this article we will cover the types of dial indicators. We…
Steady Rests on a Lathe. Supporting a Workpiece on a Lathe
Topics covered in Supporting a Workpiece on a Lathe; What Is a…
Drilling Errors. Causes and Solutions
Drilling Errors In our Mechanical Engineering Education, Manufacturing Operations – Drilling section,…
Work Instructions at a Drill Press
Safe working rules for drill presses should be posted next to drill…
Workplace Safety and Misuse of Hand Tools
Workplace safety with hand tools is a subject that shouldn’t be neglected.…
Milling and Slotting with an End Mill
End mills are made in a wide variety of types. We can…
How Is Facing Done on a Lathe
In this article we’ll cover general information about the facing operation on…
Making a Worm Wheel
To make a worm wheel, we first need to determine the number…
Circular Indexing with a Dividing Head – Simple and Differential Indexing
Circular indexing operations on a milling machine using simple (direct/plain) indexing and…
Information About Grinding Wheels
In this article, under the grinding-operations and grinding category, we’ll share information…
Cutting a Triangular (V) Thread on a Lathe
Definition: The process where a properly ground tool advances along the length…
Reamer Types
Reamer Types by Cutting-Edge Profile Reamer types can be listed as follows:…
What Is a Tool Holder. What Does It Do. How Is It Used?
A tool holder is a term used in turning, in the manufacture…
Twist Drills
Twist Drills In the machine education manufacturing operations lessons category, this article’s…
Drilling a Center Hole (Center Seat) on a Lathe
The operation of drilling a hole into the face of a workpiece…
Shaper – Parts and Types
A machine tool that uses a reciprocating (back-and-forth) linear cutting tool (bit)…
Lathe Tool Bits by Material and Area of Use
The types of lathe tool bits are as follows: Types of Lathe…