työkappales

The term "työkappale" is a Finnish word that translates to "workpiece" in English. It refers to a piece of material that is being worked on or processed in some way, typically in manufacturing, machining, or crafting. A workpiece is the object that is being shaped, assembled, or finished to create a final product.

In machining, a workpiece is the raw material that is placed into a machine tool, such as a lathe or milling machine, to be cut, drilled, or otherwise shaped. The process of machining involves removing material from the workpiece to achieve the desired form and dimensions. Examples of workpieces in this context include metal blocks, wooden planks, or plastic rods.

The term is also applicable in other fields. For instance, in woodworking, a workpiece could be a piece of lumber being cut or sanded. In jewelry making, it might be a piece of metal being shaped or engraved. Essentially, any material that undergoes a transformation or processing operation can be considered a workpiece. The state of the workpiece can change significantly throughout the manufacturing or crafting process, from its initial raw form to its final finished state. The term emphasizes the object's role as the subject of an action or operation.