This book provides details and collective information on working principle, process mechanism, salient features, and unique applications of various advanced manufacturing techniques and processes belong. The book is divided in three sessions covering modern machining methods, advanced repair and joining techniques and, finally, sustainable manufacturing. The latest trends and research aspects of those fields are highlighted.
Cuprins
Fabrication of Micro-cutting Tools for Mechanical Micro-machining.- Machining of Glass Materials: An Overview.- Thermal-Assisted Machining of Titanium Alloys.- Abrasive Water Jet Machining of Composite Materials.- Advanced Joining and Welding Techniques: An Overview.- Laser-Based Repair of Damaged Dies, Molds, and Gears.- Friction Stir Welding—An Overview.- Ultrasonic Spot Welding—Low Energy Manufacturing for Lightweight Fuel Efficient Transport Applications.- Perspectives on Green Manufacturing.- Experimental Investigation and Optimization on MQL-Assisted Turning of Inconel-718 Super Alloy.- Dry and Near-Dry Electric Discharge Machining Processes.- Laser Metal Deposition Process for Product Remanufacturing.
Despre autor
Dr. Kapil Gupta is a Senior Lecturer at the Dept. of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Technology at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. His research interests are on advanced/modern machining, sustainable manufacturing and gear engineering.