Additive manufacturing technologies 3D printing, rapid prototyping and direct digital manufacturing

• Main Author: Gibson, Ian (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink Online service (isuuing body)
• Other Authors: Stucker, Brent (co-author), Rosen, David W. (co-author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: New York Springer 2015
• Edition: Second edition
• Subjects: Engineering; Industrial engineering; Engineering design; Machinery; Mechanical engineering; Manufacturing, Machines, Tools; Mechanical Engineering; Industrial and Production Engineering; Engineering Design
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• Physical Description: xxi, 498 pages some colour illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781493921126

This book covers in detail the various aspects of joining materials to form parts. A conceptual overview of rapid prototyping and layered manufacturing is given, beginning with the fundamentals so that readers can get up to speed quickly. Unusual and emerging applications such as micro-scale manufacturing, medical applications, aerospace, and rapid manufacturing are also discussed. This book provides a comprehensive overview of rapid prototyping technologies as well as support technologies such as software systems, vacuum casting, investment casting, plating, infiltration and other systems. This book also: Reflects recent developments and trends and adheres to the ASTM, SI, and other standards Includes chapters on automotive technology, aerospace technology and low-cost AM technologies Provides a broad range of technical questions to ensure comprehensive understanding of the concepts covered.