Applied Manufacturing Process Planning: With Emphasis on Metal Forming and Machining

This up-to-date volume takes a practical applications approach to developing manufacturing plans for both machined and metal worked parts. The book explores in detail all aspects of processing, tolerance charting and workplace holding. Organized in the sequence used to develop manufacturing plans, the book provides users with a first-hand working knowledge of the process of translating designs into products. Complete coverage of processing, tolerance charting, workplace holding, group technology and current tooling and technology processes. For individuals in mechanical, industrial and manufacturing engineering fields.