Heavy Milling & Structural Mechanical Joinery
• Introduction: A high-intensity fabrication lab focused on the rough milling of logs and the execution of traditional hand-carved wood stabilizing joints.
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Description
• Topics Covered: Bandsaw and chainsaw mill operation; chainsaw safety protocols; wood chiseling mechanics; butterfly/bowtie structural joints; grain direction orientation for joinery.
• Topics Covered: Bandsaw and chainsaw mill operation; chainsaw safety protocols; wood chiseling mechanics; butterfly/bowtie structural joints; grain direction orientation for joinery.
• Learning Outcomes: Operate milling machinery safely, hand-carve precise butterfly keys, and execute flush-fitting mechanical wood-to-wood connections.
• Tools & Materials: Reclaimed timber logs; manual chisels; mallets; Japanese pull saws; hand routers; walnut/oak bowtie blanks; personal protective equipment (PPE).
Rules
• Course Rules: The Safety First Protocol: Complete PPE (impact safety glasses, dust masks, and cut-resistant gloves) is mandatory; any student violating safety protocols will be barred from the workshop floor. The 1mm Tolerence Rule: Butterfly keys must fit within their chiseled mortises with less than 1mm of gap clearance; loose joints require an automatic redo.
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