Sheet metal manufacturing creates parts by cutting, bending, and forming thin metal sheets. Made from materials like steel, aluminum, zinc, and copper. Used in cars, buildings, airplanes, and appliances
Crankshaft converts reciprocative motion to rotational motion. Two types exist: monolithic for multi-cylinder engines and assembled for motorcycles. Contains counterweights for smooth engine revolutions
Sheet metal fabrication involves cutting or forming flat metal sheets. Process starts with blueprint and requires specific tooling types. Precision fabrication offers tighter tolerances than non-precision methods
CNC mills cut material with rotating spindle heads, while turning spins against stationary tools. CNC lathes are 3-4 axis machines for circular parts, while mills are 3-5 axis machines. CNC machines work with various materials including aluminum, steel, and titanium
Sheet metal forming includes stamping, spinning, punching, and bending. Clearances between punch and die typically range 2-10% of sheet thickness. Metal characteristics affect formability through yield-point elongation and strain patterns
Blind flange is a flat disk without central holes for sealing pipe openings. It functions as a detachable equipment for easy maintenance. Commonly used in oil and gas, chemical processing, and water treatment