How It's Made S27E01 · CNC Assembly Machines, Lemon Tarts, Miniature War Figures

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Computer-aided designs guide the fabrication and assembly of CNC production machines before their automated systems are calibrated for industrial use. Lemon custard is prepared and deposited into pastry shells to create frozen lemon tarts, while artists sculpt original miniature war figures that are moulded, cast and finished as detailed gaming pieces.

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1. 1 1. CNC Assembly Machines, Lemon Tarts, Miniature War Figures2016-02-22 · 21mComputer-aided designs guide the fabrication and assembly of CNC production machines before their automated systems are calibrated for industrial use. Lemon custard is prepared and
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