Keene State College is offering a one-week intensive workshop on diamond turning machining for precision optics. This 5-day course covers the fundamentals of turning machining, including tool selection, setup, and operational control, as well as measurement using advanced metrology instruments.

DAILY WORKSHOP OUTLINE
Day 1: Intro to Diamond Turning
Day 2: Tooling and Metrology
Day 3: Techniques for Optical Design using Diamond Turning
Day 4: Applications and Industry Insight
Day 5: Presentation of Machined and Inspected Products
 

Participants will learn to cut parts with various geometries through hands-on activities, practical demonstrations, and interactive discussions. The workshop aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of diamond turning technology, covering topics like optical-mechanical design, fixture design, and the manufacturing of metal, infrared, and plastic optics. Workshop syllabus coming soon.

 
The Keene State College Diamond Turning Workshop features single-point diamond turning technology from local suppliers Precitech and Moore Nanotechnology.
Shown above are some of the machines that participants train on during the workshop, including the Nanoform X and the 250UPLv3.

 

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DATE TIME COST
September 15-19, 2025 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (with an hour for lunch) $4,000 per seat
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Keene State's Diamond Turning Workshops will take place in The Kingsbury Center for Diamond Turning Excellence in the TDS Center.

 

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