You may find a wide variety of information from the Internet. Carefully choosing and using the Internet resources can be very beneficial to your research.
Be aware that information on the internet is not regulated for quality or accuracy, so it is important for you to evaluate the source. Try the evaluation criteria on "Evaluating Sources" to decide when it is appropriate to use that information.
Web resources can be web pages and documents on the internet that provide useful information.
Examples include:
Websites & Information
How Stuff Works
Searchable database of instructions for almost anything.
Machining Resources
Resources for machining, machining tutorials, metals and metalworking.
Basics Of Computer Numerical Control
Introduction to what CNC is.
The Virtual Machine Shop (VMS)
Web site dedicated to the perpetuation of machine tool knowledge and training.
Martindale's: Calculators On-line Center
Extensive listing of calculators, applets, spreadsheets, and reference sources for Engineering.
Canadian Plastics: Mold, Tool and Die Makers
Search for Canadian manufacturers of molds, tools and dies for the plastics industry.
Pneumatics Online
Information source of the Pneumatics Industry.
Information site for the machine tools community. Includes industry news, product information, used equipment marketplace, job openings, reports, and updates.
Modern Machine Shop is focused on all aspects of metalworking technology. Providing the new product technologies; process solutions; supplier listings; application videos; business management content and networking.
Practical Machinist is the a great cite to learn new techniques, get answers quickly and discuss common challenges with your peers.
Associations & Organizations
International Organization for Standardization: ISO
The world's largest developer and publisher of International Standards, with members representing 159 countries.
National Tooling & Machining Association
The site of the national tooling association in the United States. Includes lots of links.
Materials
Pictorial Guide to Basic Metallurgy
Metallurgy chart
MatWeb
A searchable database of material properties. Includes data sheets of thermoplastic and thermoset polymers such as ABS, nylon, polycarbonate, polyester, polyethylene and polypropylene; metals such as aluminum, cobalt, copper, lead, magnesium, nickel, steel, superalloys, titanium and zinc alloys; ceramics; plus semiconductors, fibers, and other engineering materials.
Career Resources
Career information from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
From the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a site showing where machinists are more often employed, where the best pay is, and other useful info.
Professional Associations
The following are some of the many professional associations for those employed in PMT fields.