A lathe is a machine tool which rotates the workpiece on its axis to perform various operations such as cutting, sanding, knurling, drilling, or deformation, facing, turning, with tools that are applied to the workpiece to create an object which has symmetry about an axis of rotation. The lathe is an ancient tool. The earliest evidence of a lathe dates back to Ancient Egypt around 1300 BC. Depending on the characteristics, the lathe can be divided into several types: center lathes or engine lathes, speed lathes, capstan lathes or turret lathes, tool room lathes, bench lathes, automatic lathes, special lathes, and CNC lathes. This lab was included in the third semester of the Mechanical Department's curriculum for the students. In this lab, students will learn how to use a lathe and other tools necessary for more advanced machining. As an added bonus, students will be able to implement their original concepts and create useful outcomes for a wide range of uses.
