Manufacturing Engineering and Technology
**Authors:** Serope Kalpakjian, Steven R. Schmid
**Edition:** 7th Edition (SI Units)
**Publisher:** Pearson
**Publication Date:** 2013
**ISBN:** Print - 9789810694067, eText - 9781292372891
### Content and Coverage:
The 7th edition of "Manufacturing Engineering and Technology" is a comprehensive textbook that provides an in-depth exploration of the principles and practices involved in manufacturing engineering. This book is widely used in engineering courses for its detailed coverage of both traditional and modern manufacturing processes. Here are some of the key topics covered in the book:
1. **Fundamentals of Materials:**
- Properties of materials and their manufacturing characteristics.
- The behavior of materials under various manufacturing conditions.
2. **Manufacturing Processes:**
- Casting, forming, machining, and joining processes.
- Advanced manufacturing processes such as additive manufacturing (3D printing).
3. **Surface Technology and Measurement:**
- Techniques for surface treatment and finishing.
- Methods for measuring and ensuring quality in manufactured products.
4. **Precision and Micro-manufacturing:**
- Techniques for high-precision manufacturing.
- Manufacturing processes for micro and nano-scale components.
5. **Quality Control:**
- Methods for maintaining and controlling product quality.
- Statistical process control and quality assurance techniques.
6. **Modern Manufacturing Technologies:**
- Implementation of computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM).
- The role of automation and robotics in modern manufacturing.
