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The spindle, commonly referred to as the 'heart of the press' was the most difficult part to machine within the capabilities of the RIT shop. The 3 start, 2 inch pitch threat at the top of the spindle challenged the specialist at the shop. In order…

The Uncommon Press team worked in the engineering machine shop to fit, assemble, and oil components of the press, before the final assembly in the Wallace Library. Here the tympan is being attached to the coffin.

The mahogany platen has hung from the hose with a series of 4 knots, tied with string.

Team member Ferris Nicolais, with the finished mahogany platen.

Video of the Uncommon Press in action, with narration explaining how it works.

Diagram of the Uncommon Press with parts labeled.

An image of a team moving the Bookwheel. From left to right: Unidentified, Ian Kurtz, Reese Salen.

An image of two students with the finished bookwheel. From left to right: Ian Kurtz, Reese Salen.

An image of three students using CNC (computer numerical control) machine to cut wood for the bookwheel. From left to right: Matthew Nygren, Reese Salen, Ian Kurtz.

A CNC (computer numerical control) machine cutting a gear for the bookwheel.