wood processes Flashcards
1
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Advantages of steam bending
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- finished part has best appearance with continuous end-to-end grain
- no glue up with visible glue lines
- strong: no short cross grain structural weakness
2
Q
Disadvantages of steam bending
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- bending and cooling forms required
- steam box and boiler required
- ultimate curve shape may be somewhat unpredictable
3
Q
Advantages of wood turning
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- CNC machines are automated so can be tan 24/7
- less workforce needed
4
Q
Disadvantages of Wood turning
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- high set up cost for small businesses
- limited to cylindrical forms
5
Q
Advantages of CNC routing
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- it can run 24/7
- low skill employees requirement
- flexibility and precision in design
6
Q
Disadvantages of CNC routing
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- automation decreases employment
- hand skills lost
- setup costs