The two basic cutting tool types used in metalworking are the single-point and multi-point designs. Fundamentally, they are similar. By grouping a number of single point tools in a circular holder, ...

When a tool designer develops cutting tools, he must understand some basic principles about the allowances for detail and the cutting tool design. 1. There is a ‘golden rule’ for cutting tools: the ...

Five‐axis flank milling represents a pivotal advancement in contemporary manufacturing, enabling the efficient machining of complex free‐form surfaces with enhanced precision and reduced production ...

Whether on Swiss and other turn/mill centers, drilling and tapping machines, or with milling attachments, shops are doing more milling with small spindles than ever before. That’s partly due to the ...

Uncontrolled vibration creates multiple problems in metalcutting operations. Varying forces in the cutting process cause vibration and tool chatter that degrade part surface quality, quickly wear or ...