Milling
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Milling is a subtractive process that can be used to create intricate shapes and cuts. A rotating multi-toothed bit can either be moved around a stationary object or the object can be moved to make cuts on a stationary cutter. | Milling is a subtractive process that can be used to create intricate shapes and cuts. A rotating multi-toothed bit can either be moved around a stationary object or the object can be moved to make cuts on a stationary cutter. | ||
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| + | Usually, milling is used for metal and possibly some other materials. The surface being cut can be flat, curved or angular. | ||
Revision as of 01:26, 5 February 2007
Tagged by Team 12.
Process
Milling is a subtractive process that can be used to create intricate shapes and cuts. A rotating multi-toothed bit can either be moved around a stationary object or the object can be moved to make cuts on a stationary cutter.
Kind of material/size/shape/precision
Usually, milling is used for metal and possibly some other materials. The surface being cut can be flat, curved or angular.
Relevance of the process to a design
Relative cost
References
Milling[1]
Milling Machine[2]
