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Re:How to Build a 50K Ton Forging Press by kristjansson on Wednesday August 21, 2024 @01:51PM (#41312536)
I understand very little about machining, expect that _all_ materials are kinda squishy if one applies enough squish.
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Re:How to Build a 50K Ton Forging Press by mikewarot on Wednesday August 21, 2024 @03:27PM (#41313382)
Even inconel is bubble gum in a Kurt vise if you're chasing tenths, or microns.
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