Tools For Titanium

摘要

Any of 1,000 spindles might benefit from the tools and techniques described here. The design of the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner relies extensively on composite materials. That aspect of the plane has received attention-rightly so. However, composites aren't the only reason why this plane is materially different. Compared to other commercial aircraft, the 787 also uses significantly more parts made from titanium. To machine just the titanium necessary to fill the orders for this one aircraft, Boeing will need to employ 1,000 spindles within the next 3 to 5 years.