Mechanisms — machine tool

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Movable Lathe Head Screw diagram
Movable Lathe Head: Handwheel, Screw, and Center-Spindle Travel
Explore the handwheel-driven center spindle of a movable lathe head. Calculate ideal screw travel and final extension from lead, turns and starting extension.
Drilling Machine diagram
Drilling Machine: Spindle Rotation, Quill Feed and Cutting-Speed Calculator
Explore a drill press with spindle rotation and adjustable quill position. Calculate target RPM, actual cutting speed and tool-tip position below the work.