Processes and Design for Manufacturing, Fourth Edition, offers a comprehensive and detailed examination of modern manufacturing processes while also delving into the concept of design for manufacturing (DFM) and its application across diverse manufacturing techniques. The text emphasizes both a general design orientation and a systems approach and covers topics such as additive manufacturing, concurrent engineering, polymeric and composite materials, cost estimation, design for assembly, and environmental factors. This edition has new and updated chapters, including a detailed chapter focusing on the prominent topic of microchip manufacturing.

Uploaded January 2026

The book presents latest results in the areas of materials joining, additive manufacturing, interface materials, fastening technology, coating technology, welding, brazing and soldering, composite manufacturing, and simulation techniques.

January 2026

Innovative Welding Methods for Modern Manufacturing establishes a benchmark for best practices in welding advanced materials and adopting green manufacturing techniques. By promoting interdisciplinary collaboration across fields like mechanical engineering, computational modeling, and sustainable manufacturing, it encourages the development of holistic solutions to modern industrial needs. Covering topics such as prototyping, post-heat treatment, and material waste reduction, this book is an excellent resource for mechanical engineers, materials scientists, manufactures, welding engineers, technicians, consultants, policymakers, professionals, researchers, scholars, academicians, and more.

Uploaded January 2026

Fundamentals of Machining Processes: Conventional and Nonconventional Processes, Fourth Edition introduces the concept of machinability and provides general guidelines for selecting a machining process. It covers the fundamentals of machining through erosion and hybrid processes, explaining the mechanisms that cause material removal, machining systems, and applications of each process. Additionally, this new edition includes a new chapter on thermalassisted (hot) machining techniques and a new chapter on processes used in micro and nanofabrication technologies.

Uploaded January 2026

CNC Beginner's Guide presents the topic in a logical fashion, progressing from basics to more advanced subjects, using hands-on, project-based activities throughout. While the processes might be similar from one CNC machine to the next, every machine is inherently different in the way it behaves, the kinds of forces it is able to handle, and how it executes the work at hand, along with the level of precision it is capable of. Thompson helps readers of all skill levels navigate the nuances so they can become more proficient and efficient CNC machinists.

Uploaded January 2026

The book aims to cover several areas in both design and manufacturing advancements while targeting technologies and methodologies that can push forward the research. There are a variety of topics included in order to provide a solid basis towards Industry 4.0 i.e., design methodologies, digital tools, CAD based applications, CAD/CAM/CAE developments, product design, material selection and improved material technology, additive manufacturing, modern machine design, smart manufacturing automation, algorithmic/computational design, artificial intelligence in design and manufacturing, machine learning applications, sustainable design, structures design optimization, STEAM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Arts-Mathematics) technologies and gamification.

Uploaded January 2026

The rise of AI-enabled fully automated smart engineering and smart manufacturing brings great challenges and opportunities to engineering and manufacturing practitioners. The mastery of effective transformation and applications of AI and ultra-smart computational technologies in the field of engineering and manufacturing is essential for decision makers in the industry. This book discusses the innovation and development of next generation of ultra-smart fully automated engineering and manufacturing. Covering topics such as deep learning, manufacturing, and sustainability, this book is an excellent resource for engineers, industry decision makers, practitioners, researchers, innovators, developers, educators, academicians, and more.

Uploaded January 2026

This text explores the scientific principles and methods that underlie the cause, detection, measurement and prevention of many metal corrosion problems in engineering practice. Current research developments are discussed.

Uploaded Nov 2025

The most complete and current guide to every aspect of maintenance engineering--updated to reflect the latest advances in the industry. The most comprehensive resource of its kind, Maintenance Engineering Handbook has long been a staple for engineers, managers, and technicians seeking current advice on everything from tools and techniques to planning and scheduling. This edition closes the gap between traditional and future needs.

Uploaded Nov 2025

"Your team is stressed; priorities are unclear. You're not sure what your teammates are working on, and management isn't helping. If your team is struggling with any of these symptoms, these four case studies will guide you to project success. See how Kanban was used to significantly improve time to market and to create a shared focus across marketing, IT, and operations. Each case study comes with illustrations of the Kanban board and diagrams and graphs to help you see behind the scenes"--Back cover.

Uploaded October 2025