Machine Tools Civilization 2

Machine Tools Civ2

Machine Tools is one of 89 Civilization 2 Advances in MicroProse's TBS Game of 1996, Civilization 2.

Machine Tools allows:

• Artillery
• Advanced Flight (with Radio)
• Miniaturization (with Electronics)

Machine Tools prerequisites:

• Steel
• Tactics

One of the most important steps in the move toward industrialization was the ability to precisely shape or "machine" solid metal into a desired form. Through mechanical, chemical, and other means, machine tools mold and shape raw materials into precision parts for complex machinery. The first machine tool, a horizontal boring device, was produced in the late 1700's. The development of measuring devices accurate to within a millionth of an inch allowed for the mass production of items with interchangeable parts. The technology of the 20th century has produced computer-controlled machine tools that can be adapted to a wide variety of applications. The speed and accuracy of these machines allows for the economical mass production of extremely complex products.