KSU Physics Machine Shop

Equipment

The following equipment is available in the machine shop.

• Lathes
  Seven lathes
  Capacities up to o 18 inches in diameter x 3 feet in length as well as up to 10 inches in diameter x 9.5 feet in length.
• Milling Machines
  One CNC milling machine
  Capacity: 30 inches x 16.25 inches
• Manual Mills
  Three manual mills
  Capacity: 32 inches x 13 inches
• Drill Presses
  Six drill presses
  Drills form .0135 inches to 1.250 inch
• Metal Breaks
  Two metal breaks
  Capacity: 6 ft
• Glass Bead Blaster
  One glass bead blaster
  Capacity: 1.5 feet x 2.5 feet
• Welders
  Three welders
  Stick, mig and tig
• Surface Grinder
  One surface grinder
  Capacity: 8 inch x 16 inch
• Plasma Cutters
  Two plasma cutters
  Cuts up to 2 inches in thickness
• Mechanical Sheer
  One mechanical sheer
  Capacity: 1/8 inch x 3 feet
• Mechanical Roller
  One mechanical roller
  Capacity: 3/16 inch x 2.5 feet

Marble Machine One

After the Christmas 1996 holidays, much of which my brother Markus and I spent working on better marble machines out of Legos, I thought it was a shame that the machine we built was only made out of legos. So I started experimenting with building a more permanent marble machine out of wood. This became what I now call Marble Machine 1.

I started by tinkering around with building a marble pump embodying the same principles as the pump in the lego marble machine, but out of wood. Although the principle was the same, the arrangement of some of the parts was different. The resulting marble pump, with the rest of the marble machine removed, is shown below.

Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine, 1871.

Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine, 1871. This was the first fully-automatic calculating machine. Charles Babbage (1792-1871) first conceived the idea of an advanced calculating machine to calculate and print mathematical tables in 1812. This machine was designed to evaluate any mathematical formula and have even higher powers of analysis than his original 'difference' engine. Only part of the machine was completed before Babbage's death in 1871. This is a portion of the mill with a printing mechanisim. Purple background.

New Sunbeam semi automatic espresso machine - EM5900

Design of the EM5900 semi-automatic espresso machine from Sunbeam is based on award-winning EM5800, featuring modern, clean lines, high quality stainless steel and die cast alloy finishes, easy to use control panel, and Sunbeam unwavering commitment to the best possible shot of espresso. The EM5900 semi-automatic espresso machine is equipped with a stainless steel thermocoil, 15 Bar Italian pump, chrome plated brass espresso handle, Sunbeam dual floor filter system and progressive pre-infusion, allowing to consistently produce an excellent shot of espresso with Sunbeam signature dark, golden cream, by extracting the optimum amount of oils, aroma and flavor from compacted ground coffee. Beneath of the sleek, intuitive and seemingly uncomplicated 4-button panel are sophisticated temperature regulating controls which, by constantly monitoring the thermoblock temperate, assure the best espresso, steam or hot water, produced at the optimum temperature every time. The easy to clean, 360 degree steam wand delivers constant dry steam, perfect for textured milk for lattes and cappuccinos. See also Sunbeam conical burr coffee grinder. Sunbeam.

Atom-powered desktop launched by e-Machine Japan

e-Machine has just launched a new desktop in Japan called the EL1600, and it’s powered by a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N230 processor with the 945GC Express Chipset. If looks could kill, it wouldn’t have any trouble slaughtering its plainly designed competitors, too. It comes with 1GB of RAM, 160GB of HDD, a DVD Super Multi drive, and Windows XP Home. Pricing starts at 35,000 Yen or about $356 USD. Not sure if it will be available outside Japan, though.

Your daily dose of horrifying

A few things I can think of that are really fucking wrong with this, just off the top of my seriously pissed off head: a) the whole objectifying women thing. Just a reminder: we don’t like being defined by our breasts, or any body part for that matter. And b) that said body parts are fucking for sale. In an arcade game. Where you’d pay something like 50 cents in the hopes of winning this horrendous “prize” and probably wouldn’t even beat the machine nine times out of ten.

Antique Copying Machines

Offices need more than one copy of a document in a number of situations. Typically they need a copy of outgoing correspondence for their records. Sometimes they want to circulate copies of documents they create to several interested parties. They may need hundreds of copies of circulars and form letters. During the final quarter of the 19^th century a host of competing technologies were introduced to meet such needs. Indeed, one article at the time was entitled “Still Another Letter-Copying Process.” (Manufacturer and Builder, Feb. 1880.) The technologies that were most commonly used in 1895 to make copies of outgoing letters and of circulars and form letters are identified in an 1895 description of the New York Business College's course program: "All important letters or documents are copied in a letter-book or carbon copies [are] made, and instruction is also given in the use of the mimeograph and other labor-saving office devices." (The Stenographer, July 1895, p. 6) At

Hello Kitty Face Sewing Machine

What is most frightening about this is that it appears Hello Kitty had a one night stand with Bill the Cat and this is the resulting child. Of course, my wife loves it and has added it to her list of things she wants (even though she already has a Hello Kitty sewing machine, but then again, when has that ever made a difference to a Hello Kitty fanatic?) Just your normal start of a new week in hello Kitty Hell…

Sent in by Emma (via Cláudia*~Assad) who really should have to have all her clothes made with this monstrocity for thinking it could ever be a good idea to send me this photo….

In other totally non related sewing machine news, Hello Kitty has been made “goodwill tourism ambassador” of Japan to China and Hong Kong. This is just more piece of news that proves that Hello Kitty is after world domination and something that I really don’t need to know, but when 20+ people email me the story (it is becoming more and more obvious to me that many of you that read this blog have far, far too much time on your hands…), I get the feeling that Sanrio has hired some of you to make sure that the only thing that fills my email is Hello Kitty crap…

Drum-machine-fist -- Boing Boing Gadgets

Nothing says geekmacho like a fistful of chunky silver drum machine rings.

Eureka Adding Machine Carriage with Burroughs Adding Machine, 1905

William S. Burroughs (1855-1898) invented an adding and listing machine with a full keyboard in the early 1880s, submitted a patent application in 1885, co-founded the American Arithmometer Co. in 1886 to produce the machine, and received a patent for his invention in 1888. After its Bankers' and Merchants' Registering Accountant machine failed in trials in 1890, the American Arithmometer Co. marketed its improved Burroughs Registering Accountant in 1892 for $475 (Kidwell 2000). In 1905, the company was renamed the Burroughs Adding Machine Co.

In 1894, an article -- clearly referring to the Burroughs Registering Accountant -- reported that "An ingenious adding machine, recently introduced in Providence banks, is said to be infallible in results, and to do the work of two or three active clerks. Inclosed in a frame with heavy plate-glass panels, through which the working of the mechanism can be seen, the machine occupies a space of 11 by 15 inches and is nine inches high. On an inclined keyboard are 81 keys, arrange in nine rows of nine keys each. The printing is done through an inked ribbon." (The Bankers' Magazine, Aug. 1894) An 1899 discussion of modern banking methods stated that "great assistance has been derived from certain mechanical labor-saving contrivances, among which I will mention the typewriter, the registering accountant or adding machine, and the telephone. The registering accountant is of comparatively more recent introduction, but I think I can safely say it has proved itself one of the most useful instruments even introduced to the banks." (Bankers' Magazine, Feb. 1899) The following table provides data on worldwide sales of Burroughs machines from 1895 through 1926. Through 1910, the data cover only adding-listing machines. Beginning in 1911, the data also cover calculators and other types of bookkeeping machines.

How Espresso Machines Work

consumption in the United States has grown tremendously in the last decade or two. In Seattle, Washington, you can't walk more than a couple of blocks without seeing a cafe or espresso cart -- they're in bookstores, grocery stores, laundromats, gas stations and movie theate­rs. There are drive-through espr­esso shops in parking lots. Sometimes an espresso cart will just park on the sidewalk, like the hot-dog vendors in New York City.
People have been buying espresso machines for their homes, too. These machines are smaller than the commercial machines found in cafes, but they work on the same principles. In this article, we'll learn how these household espresso machines work. But first, let's see what espresso is.

Sure, Why Not?: Shoe Vending Machines

Here at Geekologie we've seen all kinds of different vending machines. We've seen ones that dispense soccer balls, pizzas, people, pot, other drugs, and even small children. Well now we're adding shoes to that list. As someone who has woken up shoeless and in a ditch on the bad side of town several times, so I can attest to the brilliance of footwear vending machines. This particular dispensary is on London's Carnaby Street and spits out Onitsuka Tigers. The machine holds 24 pairs in 6 different sizes (probably no 14's) and each costs an undisclosed number of coconuts. As you can see from the picture, the machine really attracts the chicks, and I'd totally do them all.

UPDATE: Okay, turns out that third chick is actually a dude. I retract my previous statement. I would now only do chicks 1, 2, and 4, despite dude's silky soft hair, capris, and fetching mustachio.

Bespoke Packaging Machines

When an inquiry is received for a completely new style of packaging machine, either for wrapping or another packaging application, Marden Edwards engineers can design a completely new piece of bespoke machinery suitable for the task.

With over 45 years of design and manufacturing experience Marden Edwards is able to produce bespoke machinery for almost any application. Via our own design team and in conjunction with our trusted partners, bespoke packaging machines can be produced that are either incorporated into a turn key wrapping solution or are simply supplied as stand alone pieces of equipment.

Previous bespoke machines have included in-line buffer storage systems, random feed bank note collating and banding equipment, casepacking and waste product reclamation machinery.

If Marden Edwards cannot be of assistance directly then we can put you in touch with one of our trusted partner companies, such as ITCM, to provide a solution to your special purpose machinery requirements.

Custom Packaging Machinery

If your wrapping requirement does not fit within the specification of any of the machines in the Marden Edwards range then it is possible to custom design the machine to your precise application.

In addition to designing bespoke handling systems to convey the product to and from the overwrapping machine, the Marden Edwards design team is frequently required to design new overwrapping machines to wrap pack sizes that fall outside the range of existing packaging machinery. The increasing demand for retail multipacks is driving custom packaging machinery design in both the Tobacco and Food industries to enable the overwrapping of a wide product range of large packs in both film and uncoated paper.

“Buy one get one free” offers in the Pharmaceutical and Paper industries has led Marden Edwards to design custom machines for the versatile feeding, loading and wrapping of dissimilar shaped products. Often product is accepted from more than one source before being collated and overwrapped.

In the Cosmetic and Perfumes industry, the desire for product differentiation through custom packaging has led to unique pack designs. For example, Marden Edwards has supplied custom designed attachments to overwrap rhomboid shaped packs on existing machines.

Other custom designs have included packaging machines for naked cake and nougat bars, paper products loosely wrapped with paper and sealed by a label and irregularly shaped products sitting on a cardboard U card. Marden Edwards invites you to tell us about your custom packaging machinery requirement so that we can help you find a solution.

Paving Products

Caterpillar Paving Products are the result of state-of-the art, precision design, combining reliability and low operating costs with maximum efficiency and high productivity. The product line includes Vibratory Soil Compactors, Vibratory Asphalt Compactors, Pneumatic Compactors, Rotary Mixers, Cold Planers, Wheel Pavers, Track Pavers, Asphalt Screeds. Paving Products are suitably sized for any type of applications: construction, maintenance and repair of roads, motorways, airport runways, ports, dams, landfills and for surface quarrying.

Industrial Loaders

The Cat Industrial Loader delivers fast, smooth box blade response with low effort.

Wheel Excavators

The Caterpillar Wheel Excavator has the mobility, speed, power and reliability to be the most versatile machine in your fleet. Visit your Cat dealer to find out why Caterpillar is the global leader in Wheel Excavators.

Underground Mining

Caterpillar offers a range of underground mining systems and solutions to meet your high production demands and lower your cost per ton.

Feller Bunchers

Caterpillar Feller Bunchers provide rugged, reliable harvesting operation with easy maintenance and low operating costs.

Compact Track and Multi Terrain Loaders

Cat® Compact Track Loaders and Multi Terrain Loaders give you all the traction and flotation benefits of tracks. A choice of undercarriages lets you choose the machine that best fits your applications.

Wheel Dozers

Every operation is looking for high production support machines. Cat wheel dozers combine the production capabilities of track-type tractors with the mobility and versatility of wheel loaders to give you an outstanding utility machine.

Wheel Loaders

Caterpillar builds a complete line of wheel loaders, including the world's largest 994F. Integrated Toolcarriers operate a wide variety of work tools. Your Cat dealer can help you choose the best wheel loader for your application.

Track-Type Tractors

From large to small, mining to finishing work, you are certain to find a Cat Track-Type Tractor to match your needs. We offer several configurations and special custom packages to meet your specific needs.

Track Loaders

We build the most complete line of track loaders in the construction equipment industry. Matching Cat track loaders to specific applications is easy with several different configurations of track loaders built to serve customers worldwide.

Telehandlers

Cat Telehandlers are designed to meet the varying needs of the construction and agricultural industries. The comprehensive range of standard features and optional equipment extends the scope for wider application use throughout the world.

Skidders

For log skidding applications, Cat builds a full line of both track and wheel skidders. Whether you're working on steep terrain or in poor underfoot conditions, you'll find a Cat skidder to match your needs.

Skid Steer Loaders

The Cat Skid Steer Loaders deliver exceptional performance, versatility, ease of operation, serviceability and customer support. A wide range of Cat Work Tools are machine matched to Cat Skid Steer Loaders to meet all customer needs.

Wheel Tractor-Scrapers

Cat Wheel Tractor-Scrapers have the power, traction, and speed for reliable output in a variety of applications. Scraper options include single- and tandem-engine open bowls, tandem engine push-pulls, elevators, and auger arrangements.

Road Reclaimers

Cat road reclaimers pulverize the asphalt layer and mix it with the underlying base to stabilize deteriorated roadways. The reclaimers can add asphalt emulsions or other binding agents during pulverization or during a separate mix pass.

Pipelayers

Cat Pipelayers have been the standard of the pipelining industry for decades. A worldwide network of Caterpillar dealers, in tune with the special high production needs of pipeliners, supports these durable, dependable machines.

Paving Equipment

Caterpillar offers a broad range of asphalt paving equipment that compete in the rubber tire, steel track and rubber belted markets. Pavers and windrow elevators provide versatile and reliable solutions.

Off-Highway Trucks

Caterpillar builds Off-Highway Trucks specifically for work in mines, construction and quarries. Our Off-Highway Trucks are pass-matched with Cat Wheel Loaders and Hydraulic Excavators to speed cycle times and maximize productivity.

Motor Graders

Cat motor graders continue their reputation for offering world-class cab and controls, advanced electronics and hydraulics, and optimum productivity... to match your needs in any application.

Material Handlers

A complete line of track and wheel material handlers has been designed and built for your demanding industry. These aggressive machines deliver fast, mobile, efficient performance whether equipped with a grapple, clamshell bucket or magnet.

Knuckleboom Loaders

A benchmark for the industry, Caterpillar knuckleboom loaders set new standards in performance, controllability and safety.

Harvesters

Caterpillar harvesters are the most versatile on the market. They are built with proven components and are field-tested to ensure the highest level of reliability over the life of the machine.

Forwarders

Caterpillar forwarders load and remove heavy loads from the forest quickly with ample hydraulic flow, state-of-the-art controls, and high traveling speeds.

Forest Machines

Rugged, powerful forest machines ready for your attachments. Full warranty, parts support and fast, easy maintenance underscore the Cat commitment to the forestry industry. Purpose-built logging options provide reliable, durable operation.

Compactors

Compacting to specifications is critical for soil, landfill, and paving applications. Cat compactors are specifically designed for all compaction operations.

Backhoe Loaders

Whether you're digging, trenching, backfilling or handling material, a Cat Backhoe Loader will meet your needs. Caterpillar sets the industry standard with powerful, comfortable, versatile machines designed to do more work faster.

Articulated Trucks

Cat Articulated Trucks are extremely versatile, moving a wide spectrum of material in a variety of applications and underfoot conditions. Durability and reliability mean articulated trucks often provide the best return on investment.

Cold Planers

Cat cold planers remove worn or deteriorated pavement to a specified grade and slope and leave a textured surface that can be opened immediately to traffic or overlayed with new asphalt.

MOBILE LINE BORING SERVICE

Toromont's Automated Weld/Bore process is a better, stronger and more cost effective way to rebuild out-of-round bores from machine frame articulation joints to loader arms and buckets. With one setup, an out-of-round bore is machined back to round and welded with one precise consistent bead of weld, then machined to the manufacturers original specifications. The entire unit is portable, so most repairs are done on-site. Four mobile units are strategically located throughout Ontario - Ottawa, Hamilton, London and Concord.

MACHINE REBUILDS

Should you decide to rebuild, Toromont offers a wide range of customized programs. After a complete inspection, you may choose from several combinations of repairs, up to and including a CAT Certified Rebuild. The Certified Rebuild is so thorough that Caterpillar even issues a new serial number and new machine warranty, but the procedure can be completed at a fraction of the cost of a new machine.

REMOTE MONITORING

Toromont offers state-of-the-art wireless remote monitoring and control of your generator set. Our system monitors critical operating functions of the equipment and reports alarms or failures to a centralized service centre. It's like having a service technician on site 24 hours a day!

PARTS ONLINE ORDERING

On-Line Parts Ordering: The part you Want. When You Want it.
From ordering PARTS to accessing TECHNICAL INFORMATION Toromont On-Line Services just seem to click with our Customers.

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TOROMONT - REMAN CENTER

To take advantage of the "second life" built into every Caterpillar component, our Reman center can rebuild or repair components from turbochargers to entire engines, torque converters and transmissions. Each rebuild is made to exacting Caterpillar factory standards and all engines are dynamometer tested. All rebuilt transmissions are performance verified on our hydraulic test bench, assuring you of the most accurate factory tolerances on repairs. These in-house services provide you with a quality repair, fast turnaround and maximum value. » For more info visit Toromont Reman web site.

UNDERCARRIAGE REBUILDING

Our Toronto, Sudbury, Thunder Bay and Winnipeg branches have shops designed specifically for undercarriage rebuilding. We offer a variety of exchange rollers and idlers that can save you money. Twin ram repair presses allow same day service for professional quality bushing turns or pin and bushing replacement. We offer our customers a complete line of new undercarriage components, at competitive prices for Caterpillar and even your other brands of equipment.

NEW, REBUILT OR EXCHANGE

In addition to our inventory of new Genuine CAT Parts, Toromont Reman and CAT Reman components are available as cost effective options for your repairs. Completely rebuilt to factory specifications, exchange components are available off-the-shelf and are guaranteed the same-asnew parts. Major components from Toromont Reman carry an industry exclusive three year/5,000 hour extended warranty. » For more info visit Toromont Reman web site.

NIGHT OWLS

At 4 am on a Sunday morning, whether it's a part you need or service advice - we're here for you.Our Night Owls are on-the-job 24/7/365. No matter when you call, a Toromont employee answers the phone. With access to every part in every Toromont branch and every Caterpillar depot at their disposal, they are fully equipped to answer your needs - regardless of the day, time, machine, engine, part or service. We really are available 24/7.