EXPLORING ADVANCED MFG. TECHNOLOGIES

Manufacturers wishing to survive over the long term must strive to become world-class competitors. These firms should be replacing obsolete methods, processes, and systems with a structure based on the latest technology and best human resource utilitization. As a unique ready reference, this title provides information on many new technologies and is designed for those who do not have time to undertake the necessary research. 448 pp.

Each topic addresses the following points:
1. A brief description of the technology and where it is used.
2. The underlying theory and principles and how the technology works.
3. Where the technology can be used and what conventional process it may replace.
4. The requirements necessary to make it work and some possible pitfalls.
5. Advantages and disadvantages.

EXPLORING ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGIES