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With over 550 photographs and illustrations this new book covers sharpening techniques for the most commonly used engineering tools, screwdrivers and gravers, lathe, milling, reaming, drilling and threading cutters.

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Computer-aided design (CAD) technology is essential for modern design and manufacture in the workshop. Whether you are new to using CAD or ready to try more advanced software, this title gives a thorough introduction to the technology and how to greatly enhance design and manufacture in the workshop.

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The prospect of casting can be daunting to the home metalworker - this new book aims to demystify the craft and make it accessible to all.

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CNC control of milling machines is now available to even the smallest of workshops. This title takes a practical approach to software and techniques, and explains how you can make full use of your CNC mill to produce ambitious work of a high standard.

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Designing and building a miniature aero-engine is an exciting and rewarding task. Whether a professional engineer or an amateur looking to build an engine to fly your model aeroplane, this book helps you guide through all the stages of designing and constructing an aero-engine in your workshop at home.

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With step-by-step instructions and photography throughout, this book explains dividing with the 'coordinate method' and using the lathe; dividing with gears and dividing plates; using the dividing head, the rotary table and the spin indexer; electronic dividing methods; and a range of case studies to show application of practical techniques.

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Aimed specifically at the engineer for use in the workshop, this book is intended to take away as much as possible of the mathematics and mystique from calculating gear ratios. It also includes Myford and other types of lathes; approximations and alternatives; errors and their significance and the non-gearbox mini-lathe.

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A practical guide to heat treatment for the home workshop and how to use the techniques safely and effectively.

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Written for the home metalworker or model engineer, this book discusses the various methods of joining metals, including strength, testing and applications.

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Screwcutting is a guide to the theory and practice of threads and thread-making, whether that is threading a hole using hand tools or cutting a thread using a lathe.

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Welding is an essential technique for a wide range of jobs in the workshop. Whether you are new to welding or ready to try the more advanced techniques, this guide gives a thorough introduction to the method, and suggests ways of improving your skills to achieve professional and safe results.

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Explains the various workholding options that are available to the metalworker, together with the principles behind them. This book explains the importance of precision in holding work in place and also the importance of tools and machines being held securely, so that the machinist may avoid damage to the machine and to the work being undertaken.