Forge
device · 1500 BC · Ancient world
A hearth for heating metal before forging.
What it is made of
- Bellows — has part. Bellows fan the fire of the forge.
Principles and materials it uses
- Combustion — uses. Metal is heated in the flame.
- Blacksmith’s tongs — uses. The smith holds the workpiece with tongs.
- Anvil — uses. Forging on an anvil.
Where it is used
- Forging press — is used in. The workpiece is heated in a forge before pressing.