Manufacturing Processes: Casting, Forming and Welding

This book discusses the fundamental concepts and applications of different manufacturing processes in detail. Beginning with the basic concepts, readers will be guided through the important manufacturing processes including metal casting, metal forming and shaping processes, powder metallurgy, gas welding, electric arc welding and cutting processes. A detailed description of shell moulding, explosive forming, electro-hydraulic forming and polymer shaping is provided in the text. Additionally, it covers some advanced topics like evaporative pattern casting, hydrostatic extrusion, laser beam welding and friction stir welding.

Numerous review questions, fill in the blanks and multiple choice questions are given throughout the text to help readers examine their understanding of the subject. This book is an ideal resource for undergraduate students of mechanical, industrial and production engineering taking introductory, single-semester course in manufacturing processes. It also aims to serve as a reference guide to product designers and shop floor engineers.