SIMPLE MACHINES: THE LATHE

The lathe is a versatile machine tool used to give shape and precision to cylindrical or rotating parts. Its operation is based on the rotary movement of the piece, while a cutting tool is applied.
Types of lathes
1. Parallel lathe
2. Vertical lathe
3. CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Lathe
4. Manual lathe
5. Automatic lathe
Basic components
1. Head
2. Cylinder
3. Main axis
4. Cutting tool
5. Platform
Operations performed with a lathe
1. Milling
2. Drilling
3. Threading
4. Adjustment
5. Polishing
Advantages
1. Accuracy
2. Efficiency
3. Versatility
4. Productivity
5. Quality
Industries that use lathes
1. Automotive
2. Aeronautics
3. Naval
4. Construction
5. Manufacturing
Design and simulation software
1. Autodesk Inventor
2.SolidWorks
3.Fusion 360
4. CATIA
5.CNC Simulator
Safety in the use of lathes
1. Personal protective equipment
2. Regular inspection
3. Adequate training
4. Instruction manual
5. Alarms and warning signs