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Cutting Round in Circles: General Industry Coverage
A demonstration application shows that trochoidal milling can cut narrow, wavy slots in hardened steel at up to 12 times the normal rates.
Uncommon Knowledge: General Industry Coverage
A joint Sandvik Coromant and Mazak seminar provided counterintuitive information on the metalworking market in general and machining heat-resistant superalloys in particular.
Sim Takes Flight: Design & Engineering
The use of simulation software allows GE Aviation to try out creative approaches to machining—without the risk of costly failures.
Staying Sharp October 2008: People & Companies
Manager's Desk, Machine Technology, Shop Operations, Get with the Program, Machinist's Corner
Smart Weighting Auto Parts: General Industry Coverage
Auto manufacturers are 'lightweighting' vehicles by incorporating more aluminum and microalloy steel components.
2+3: Greater Than 5
2+3 machining of die and mold components is more accurate and often faster than full 5-axis machining.
Mastering the Metalcutting Macarena: 5-Axis Machining
Machine tool builders and CAM software developers work to make 5-axis machining more flexible and accessible.
Automation Made Easy
A multitasking lathe, coupled with robotic loading or bar loading, is a simple but effective form of automation.
Cutting Down on Cutting Fluids?
While using a single cutting fluid to machine and grind all workpiece materials may not be economically feasible, many machine shops can reduce their number of metalworking fluids.
Rightsizing Machine Tools
Experts weigh in on how to buy smart—for today and tomorrow.
Staying Sharp September 2008: People & Companies
Staying Sharp, Manager's Desk, Part Time, Machine Technology, Shop Operations, Get with the Program, Machinist's Corner
