David Wilkinson (machinist)
David Wilkinson (January 5, 1771 - February 3, 1852) was a U.S. mechanical engineer who invented a lathe for cutting screw threads, which was extremely important in the development of the machine tool industry in the early 19th century.
Read more about David Wilkinson (machinist): Early Life, Industrial Career, Wilkinson Lathe, Wilkinson Mill, Legacy, See Also
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