In the context of machining, a cutting tool or cutter is typically a hardened metal tool that is used to cut, shape, and remove material from a workpiece by means of machining tools as well as abrasive tools by way of shear deformation. The majority of these tools are designed exclusively for metals.
Cutting edge profile with parameters
Machining is a manufacturing process where a desired shape or part is created using the controlled removal of material, most often metal, from a larger piece of raw material by cutting. Machining is a form of subtractive manufacturing, which utilizes machine tools, in contrast to additive manufacturing, which uses controlled addition of material.
CNC machine pouring water to keep the tool and parts from getting hot
A "numerical controlled machining cell machinist" monitors a B-1B aircraft part being manufactured.
A Cincinnati shaper with boring bar attached to the clapper box.
Making a shipboard manhole cover in the machine shop of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis.