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Turning
What was wrong with that picture?
We have a “Engine Lathe”
So named because previously lathes were powered by foot treadle or driven by external power source (water wheel, stem engine)
Generally called Manual Lathe
Turning is
A machining operation where the work piece is rotated and the tool isn't
The tool is suitably formed for the particular operation
Tool Forms
Cutting Tool Geometry
Many factors determine tool shape:
Material Depth of cut Economics
Lathe construction
Six major parts: Headstock Bed Carriage Tailstock Quick change gear
box Stand
Todays operation
Facing Turning OD