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What is the process of milling?

Milling is a process performed with a machine in which the cutters rotate to remove the material from the work piece.

What are the main components of milling machines?

The main components of milling machines include the base and column, table, and tool.

Where is the workpiece mounted in a milling machine?

The workpiece that will be milled is mounted onto a platform called the table.

What are the common manufacturing processes used in machinery shops and industries?

Milling machining is one of the very common manufacturing processes used in machinery shops and industries. Signup and view all the answers

What enables the work piece to be moved in three directions relative to the tool in milling machines?

The main components of milling machines enable the work piece to be moved in three directions relative to the tool. Signup and view all the answers

What is broaching and why is it considered one of the most precise and productive processes in the metalworking area?

Broaching is a machining operation that uses a tool called a broach to remove material and cut a predetermined shape. It is considered precise and productive due to its ability to finish the surface in a single pass, resulting in high accuracy and efficiency. Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of broaches and how are they categorized?

Broaches can be cylindrical for internal cutting by compression or plain for external cutting by traction. They can be categorized by many means. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the working principle of a broach.

The broach is a multi-edge tool with progressive and linear cutting edges. It cuts the predetermined shape and finishes the surface in a single pass. Signup and view all the answers

How do broaching machines differ from other manufacturing machines?

Broaching machines are simpler as they only need to move the broach in a linear motion at a regular speed. They can be either horizontal or vertical, with vertical models being more popular due to space-saving. Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of using vertical broaching machines over horizontal models?

Vertical broaching machines are more popular as they save more space and are simpler compared to horizontal models. Signup and view all the answers