This book covers research and development in the areas of safety, speed and feed calculations, layout equipment, cutting tools, and machine tool equipment. It also introduces and studies the more technical shop operations of threading, tapping, boring, carbide tooling, and principles of metal cutting. Machine Shop Theory provides a comprehensive guide to machining, covering the technical aspects of the process and the equipment used, as well as safety considerations. It is an essential resource for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the field of machining.