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Geometric tolerance

Requirements for form, orientation, location, and runout, which must be differentiated from size tolerance because a feature can meet size limits and still be unusable if its geometry is wrong.

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  • CNC Machining: CAM Workflows and Manufacturing Automation
  • Drafting and CAD for Manufacturing Technicians
  • Manufacturing: Design, Industry Standards, and Process Integration

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