(under subclass 592) Process comprising determining the desired axis of rotation of a part and forming the surface thereof to provide a configuration for support of the part during rotation about its axis.
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33, Geometrical Instruments,
644, for a collocating tool with a gauge to mark a center location and subclasses 670+ for a gauge with a point marker having marker centering means.
82, Turning,
170, for centering apparatus peculiar to turning.
408, Cutting by Use of Rotating Axially Moving Tool,
72+, for a cutting tool of that class combined with other work engaging structure, particularly, subclass 114 for that combination when the other work engaging structure is axially fixed to move with the cutting tool and engages a work surface parallel to the axis of the tool. 451, Abrading,
436, for an attachment for a lathe intended to be used in grinding the lathe "center" and subclass 460 for a work mounting device which may support a rotatable workpiece for a grinding operation.