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==Introduction==
==Overview==
The multimachine is an all-purpose open source machine tool that can be built inexpensively by a semi-skilled mechanic with common hand tools, from discarded car and truck parts, using only commonly available hand tools and no electricity. Its size can range from being small enough to fit in a closet to one hundred times that size. The multimachine can accurately perform all the functions of an entire machine shop by itself.


The [http://opensourcemachine.org/node/2 Multimachine] is, physically, a multipurpose machining tool for metal. Its framework or scope is much greater - it is an open source project that is closest to the '''the one-stop shop''' for learning the skills to become an effective machinist. The project takes one from scratch - explainng many simple techniques that lead to advanced machining - based on proven techniques from history. As such - the Multimachine provides a firm foundation that is an essential prerequisite for anyone attempting to add computer numerical control to the package - for ends of post-industrial digital fabrication. If there were a series of steps for creating a digital fabrication facility - implementing the Multimachine would be one of them - because of the breadth of topics covered in the project.
==Product Ecology==
[[Image:2b-Genfabecology.png|Multimachine [[Product Ecology]]]]


The [http://opensourcemachine.org/mm2html2/How_to_build_a_multimachine.html book], which should be studied carefully and read many times over - describes how to make the Multimachine - cheaply. It is clearly an appropriate technology approach. It even goes as far as describing the construction of a basic manual drill and temporary lathe from a wheel rotor - and even touches on the need for casting - such that with about $100 of infrastructure - one can build an entire machine from scratch. This work clearly hints at the possibility of closing the gap between the developed and developing world - in that it exposes the possibility of advanced machining starting from scrap metal casting and basic tools.
See [[Product Ecology]] for more information.


It should be said that while the multimachine can perform wonders - it is only as magical as the hand of the operator. Mastery of various skills is required - and the Multimachine documentation is perhaps the most integrated source of all this knowledge to be found in any 80 page manual.
==Components==
*Concrete
*Spindle
*Lathe
*Motor


On a personal note - yesterday I was stuck with a $100 bill for getting a motor coupler lathed at the local custom fabricator. I was upset that such a simple piece should cost so much - when I have the skills to do it myself. In desperation, I picked up the Multimachine manual - knowing that it's time to build the machine and start doing my own heavy-duty lathing. by reading the book, I have a pretty solid idea of how I could build a temporary lathe from a wheel rotor of a car - using a simple workpiece holder design - found in the book.
==Status==
The Multimachine is currently entering the [[Multimachine/Research Development|Prototype Phase of Product Development.]]
 
==See Also==
*[http://opensourcemachine.org/ Multimachine website]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multimachine Wikipedia: Multimachine]


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Overview

The multimachine is an all-purpose open source machine tool that can be built inexpensively by a semi-skilled mechanic with common hand tools, from discarded car and truck parts, using only commonly available hand tools and no electricity. Its size can range from being small enough to fit in a closet to one hundred times that size. The multimachine can accurately perform all the functions of an entire machine shop by itself.

Product Ecology

Multimachine Product Ecology

See Product Ecology for more information.

Components

  • Concrete
  • Spindle
  • Lathe
  • Motor

Status

The Multimachine is currently entering the Prototype Phase of Product Development.

See Also

See Also



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