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Blind Hole in Terms of Engineering & Machining

A blind hole is a hole that doesn’t go all the way through a material...
An illustrated diagram showing the concept of straightness in GD&T, with reference lines and labelled features on a part surface.

Straightness GD&T: A Guide to Surface and Axis Control

Applying straightness GD&T in your technical drawings...
Iron-carbon phase diagram showing temperature vs. carbon content with key phase regions, eutectic/eutectoid points, and classifications into steels and cast iron

Iron Carbon Phase Diagram: Its Meaning And Relevance

The iron-carbon phase diagram shows how iron-carbon alloys behave by temperature and carbon levels—essential insight...
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Deep Hole Drilling: Process, Tools & Techniques

​Deep hole drilling creates precise, high depth-to-diameter ratio holes.​​...
Deburring tool scraping deburrs on a large gear / wheel with text “What is metal deburring”

Metal Deburring: Ensure a Smooth Finish

Deburring: Remove sharp edges of metal with air turbine tools...
A close-up of coiled copper wire with a piece of gold-colored metal in the foreground.

Ductility Vs. Malleability: Differences and Insights

Ductility allows materials to stretch, while malleability enables reshaping, both without fracturing.​...
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Impact Resistance Plastic | Types, Pros & Cons

Top 7 impact resistance plastics: ABS, PC, HDPE, Nylon types...