Franklin D. Jones

author1879–1967

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Franklin Day Jones (1879–1967) was an author in mechanical engineering and toolmaking. He wrote the first edition of Machinery's Handbook, with engineer Erik Oberg. Jones's writings emphasized the importance of relating theories of mechanics to practical applications.

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"In many cases, a jig borer is a "jig eliminator." In other words, such a machine may be used instead of a jig either when the quantity of work is not large enough to warrant making a jig or when there is insufficient time for jig making."

Franklin D. Jones

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