Computer-Aided Manufacturing (Prentice Hall International Series in Industrial and Systems Engineering)

By Hsu-Pin Wang, Richard A. Wysk, Tien-Chien Chang

Book Overview

Using a strong science-based and analytical approach, this book provides a modern description of CAM from an engineering perspective to include design specification, process engineering, and production. The Third Edition of "Computer Integrated Manufacturing" includes new material on CAD drafting, 3D CAD, surface modeling, solid modeling, feature-based modeling, variational and parametric modeling, tools for PLC logic design, and kinematics of NC machines. New chapters include " Geometric Tolerancing, " " Geometric Modeling, " " Statistical-Based Process Engineering, " " Fundamentals of Industrial Control, " and " Rapid Prototyping." A valuable resource for any professional who needs to stay ahead of the latest issues and technology related to computer-aided design and manufacturing.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0131615718
• ISBN13: 9780131615717
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Length: 688 Pages
• Weight: 2.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.8" x 1.3" x 7.5"

Customer Reviews

Keeping in touch with a changing world

This thorough book will help anyone concerned with CAD/CAM related technology stay in touch with a fast changing world. It covers a wide range of topics from product design to manufacturing control. All of the major CAD/CAM topics are included as well as chapters on automation, numerical control and robotics. This is a serious tool for the dedicated engineering professional.