Shape of Slideways: With Diagram | Machine Tools | Industrial Engineering
The most commonly used shapes of guiding elements of slide ways are: (i) V-type (ii) Flat type (iii) Dovetail type (iv) Circular or cylindrical type. The selection of the proper shape is based on the magnitude and direction of the load to be carried, position of transmission, wear characteristics and provisions for wear adjustments, ease of assembly and economy in [...]