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What is the purpose of regular inspections and calibrations of precision tooling and equipment in aircraft maintenance?
What is the purpose of regular inspections and calibrations of precision tooling and equipment in aircraft maintenance?
What information should be included on the label for a precision tool or equipment?
What information should be included on the label for a precision tool or equipment?
Why is it important to maintain a register for precision tooling and equipment?
Why is it important to maintain a register for precision tooling and equipment?
According to the manufacturer's instructions, what is the preferred frequency for inspections and calibrations?
According to the manufacturer's instructions, what is the preferred frequency for inspections and calibrations?
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Why is it essential for engineers and technicians to learn to use measuring tools correctly?
Why is it essential for engineers and technicians to learn to use measuring tools correctly?
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What should be checked before using a precision measuring tool?
What should be checked before using a precision measuring tool?
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What is the primary function of a roughing process in filing?
What is the primary function of a roughing process in filing?
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What determines the rate of cutting and the finish given to the work in filing?
What determines the rate of cutting and the finish given to the work in filing?
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What is the smoothest grade of cut of a file?
What is the smoothest grade of cut of a file?
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What is the characteristic of a single-cut file?
What is the characteristic of a single-cut file?
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What is the purpose of varying the direction of the cutting motion in filing?
What is the purpose of varying the direction of the cutting motion in filing?
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What is the main difference between a single-cut and a double-cut file?
What is the main difference between a single-cut and a double-cut file?
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What is the main advantage of using HSS drills compared to CS drills?
What is the main advantage of using HSS drills compared to CS drills?
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What percentage of cobalt can be found in cobalt steel drills?
What percentage of cobalt can be found in cobalt steel drills?
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Why is it essential to observe the recommended cutting speeds when using cobalt steel drills?
Why is it essential to observe the recommended cutting speeds when using cobalt steel drills?
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What is the unit of measurement for cutting speed?
What is the unit of measurement for cutting speed?
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What determines the rotational speed of the drill in revolutions per minute (rpm)?
What determines the rotational speed of the drill in revolutions per minute (rpm)?
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What is a potential consequence of using the wrong cutting speed?
What is a potential consequence of using the wrong cutting speed?
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What is the main difference between fine and coarse blades in hacksaws?
What is the main difference between fine and coarse blades in hacksaws?
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What is the ideal use of high-carbon steel blades?
What is the ideal use of high-carbon steel blades?
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What is unique about a tungsten carbide blade?
What is unique about a tungsten carbide blade?
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What is the advantage of a flexible bimetal HSS blade?
What is the advantage of a flexible bimetal HSS blade?
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What do the initials HSS stand for?
What do the initials HSS stand for?
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What is the range of teeth per inch for a high-carbon steel blade?
What is the range of teeth per inch for a high-carbon steel blade?
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What is the purpose of scribing a circle with the exact diameter of the drill?
What is the purpose of scribing a circle with the exact diameter of the drill?
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What is the advantage of using Method 2 over Method 1?
What is the advantage of using Method 2 over Method 1?
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What is the purpose of cutting grooves with a centre punch, half-round chisel or diamond point chisel?
What is the purpose of cutting grooves with a centre punch, half-round chisel or diamond point chisel?
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Why is it necessary to inspect the work during the drilling process?
Why is it necessary to inspect the work during the drilling process?
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What happens if the drill is not running true during the drilling process?
What happens if the drill is not running true during the drilling process?
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What is the purpose of the 'pop marks' created during the drill marking out process?
What is the purpose of the 'pop marks' created during the drill marking out process?
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