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The International Exhibition - Whitworth's self-acting radial, drilling-machine, etc. 1862. Creator: Unknown
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The International Exhibition - Whitworth's self-acting radial, drilling-machine, etc. 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition - Whitworth's self-acting radial, drilling-machine, etc. 1862. The collection of tools first met with on entering the annexe is that of Mr. Whitworth. It comprises specimens of all the principal machines constructed at his works at Manchester: they are of the highest class as to workmanship and design. No man has done so much towards perfecting the art of toolmaking as Mr. Whitworth; the productions of his workshops are celebrated all over the world...Our Illustration represents a group of the machines in Mr. Whitworth's display: the principal is a large recently-introduced machine called a self-acting radial drilling and boring machine; the radial arm carrying the drill-spindle is movable through an arc of 200 degrees; it is attached to a vertical slide worked by a rack and pinion with worm and wheel on the main frame; the drill-spindle works through a tube, and is adjustable horizontally by a screw and nut from one radius to another; it has a variable self-acting down motion, and retains its connection with the driving motion in every position'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This photograph from the International Exhibition of 1862 showcases a collection of advanced machine tools from the renowned inventor and engineer, Joseph Whitworth. The image, taken at the exhibition's annexe, highlights Whitworth's commitment to excellence in toolmaking, an art form he had significantly advanced. Whitworth's workshop in Manchester was celebrated worldwide for its high-quality machines. The photograph's focal point is a large self-acting radial drilling and boring machine. This machine, a recent innovation, features a radial arm that can move through an arc of 200 degrees, allowing for increased versatility and precision. The arm is connected to a vertical slide, which is operated by a rack and pinion system with a worm and wheel on the main frame. The drill spindle, which is adjustable horizontally, can retain its connection to the driving motion in every position, providing a variable self-acting down motion. Whitworth's machines were renowned for their exceptional workmanship and design, setting new standards in the industry. The International Exhibition provided an opportunity to showcase these innovations to the world, further cementing Whitworth's reputation as a pioneer in toolmaking and engineering. The photograph serves as a testament to the ingenuity and progress of the industrial revolution, with Whitworth's machines leading the charge towards more efficient and precise manufacturing processes.
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