Roberts Lathe C-1816
The Roberts machine is an early example of a lathe with a 'slide rest' - a tool holder which could slide along the lathe bed to produce an accurate longitudinal cut in the workpiece without the heavy physical effort that was previously require.
Richard Roberts was a highly inventive engineer who worked in London with Henry Maudslay, the finest machine builder of the day, before starting his own business in Manchester. The lathe shown here is typical of Roberts' thoughtful approach to machine construction and is designed for turning shafts and similar components. Its remarkable solidity ensured accuracy under load.
Roberts was noted for his ability to solve mechanical problems, especially in the filed of textile machinery. He invented a power-driven loom and his form built a wide range of machine tool and also pioneered standard gauges. Unfortunately, the man described as 'one of the true pioneer of modern mechanical mechanism' lacked business sense, and he died in poverty.
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