Fundamentals of Manufacturing for Engineers

This textbook will be welcomed throughout engineering education as the one-stop teaching text for students of manufacturing. It takes the student through the fundamental principles and practices of modern manufacturing processes in a lively and informative fashion. Topics include casting, joining, cutting, metal deformation processes, surface treatments and finishes, plastics and rubber processing, powder metallurgy, CNC, productivity, automation and quality assurance. It includes over 300 illustrations, as well as numerous case studies and exercises which relate directly to modern industrial practices.

List of contents

This textbook will be welcomed throughout engineering education as the one-stop teaching text for students of manufacturing. It takes the student through the fundamental principles and practices of modern manufacturing processes in a lively and informative fashion. Topics include casting, joining, cutting, metal deformation processes, surface treatments and finishes, plastics and rubber processing, powder metallurgy, CNC, productivity, automation and quality assurance. It includes over 300 illustrations, as well as numerous case studies and exercises which relate directly to modern industrial practices.

About the author

T.F. Waters

Summary

A clear and practical textbook providing an authoritative and stimulating read for those on first courses in the principles of manufacturing processes, which should serve as a foundation for more advanced study.

Product details

• Authors: T F Waters, F. Waters, T F Waters, T. F. Waters, T. Frederick Waters, T.f. Waters, T.frederick Waters, Waters Waters
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 29.02.1996
• EAN: 9781857283389
• ISBN: 978-1-85728-338-9
• No. of pages: 336
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Mechanical engineering, production engineering; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Industrial Engineering, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Manufacturing, Engineering: general