Which one of the following statements is correct about an oblique cutting? 

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  1. Direction of chip flow velocity is normal to the cutting edge of the tool
  2. Only two components of cutting forces act on the tool
  3. Cutting edge of the tool is inclined at an acute angle to the direction of tool feed 
  4. Cutting edge clears the width of the workpiece

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Option 3 : Cutting edge of the tool is inclined at an acute angle to the direction of tool feed 
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Oblique Cutting:-

  • The direction of chip flow velocity is not normal to the cutting edge of the tool.
  • Three components of cutting forces acts on the tool.
  • Cutting edge does not effect the width of the workpieces.
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