Clay Culver
Fixturing for Machining
Assignment #1
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Provide simple, easy to operate tools for maximum efficiency
Reduce manufacturing expenses by producing parts at the lowest possible cost
Design tools that consistently produce parts of high quality
Increase the rate of production with existing machine tools
Design the tools to make it foolproof and prevent improper use
Select materials that will give adequate tool life
Provide protection in the design of the tools for maximum safety of the operator
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a. 3/1
b. 1
c. 1
d. 2
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f. 3
g. 1/2
h. 2
i. 1
j. 1
k. 2
l. 1
3. Concurrent means to be done at the same time. In concurrent engineering it allows the tool
designer to be involved in the product design and the production where their knowledge of fixtures
and manufacturing processes will result in fewer design errors.
4. A tool room is an area where machine tools and skilled workers are found. Some machines found
in tool rooms are manual mills and lathes, grinders, jig mills, and some cnc machines.
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The ability to make mechanical drawings and sketches
An understanding of modern manufacturing methods, tools, and techniques
A creative mechanical ability
An understanding of basic toolmaking methods
A knowledge of technical mathematics through practical trigonometry
CAD drafting skills
Clay Culver
Fixturing for Machining
Assignment #1
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File management
Electronic communication skills
Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing