Manufacturing Processes:
The Lathe
Most standard materials such as metals, wood and plastics can be used in a lathe. Different lathes are required for either wood or metal. This is mainly due to the difference in cutting speeds required. Either square, round, or hexagonal stock can be used in a lathe.
The limitations on the lathe are the size of the chuck and length of the bed. Most lathes can fit stock up to 8 inches in diameter and up to 42 inches in length.
Regardless of the material or stock used, only radially symmetrical parts can be produced.
Group Members: Robert Andre and John Bowler