Library Resources
Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner by Call Number: Available OnlineISBN: 9781119750529Publication Date: 2021-05-14The book opens by explaining how traditional manufacturing work roles change as industries move into additive manufacturing. Subsequent chapters follow the flow of the typical production process and explain topics such as additive manufacturing materials, processes, inputs, machine and build preparation, post-processing, and best practices. Case study examples in every chapter present common manufacturing issues or questions, then work through how to address them using additive manufacturing techniques. Each chapter also includes a problems/opportunities section that prompts readers to apply the chapter's techniques to their own work.
Beginning AutoCAD® 2021 Exercise Workbook by Call Number: Available OnlineISBN: 9780831136598Publication Date: 2020-05-11There's simply no better resource for anyone learning about and/or teaching CAD software than the Beginning AutoCAD Exercise Workbook. The detailed, step-by-step format makes mastering AutoCAD much easier, in or out of a formal classroom. Users can use one value that measures the chord distance between the end points of each cloud arc to create more consistent revision clouds.
Digital Modelmaking by ISBN: 9781785005855Publication Date: 2019-06-04Digital manufacturing has become an intrinsic part of the modelmaking profession, so today's practitioner must be skilled in both traditional hand-making techniques and digital technology. Relevant to a wide variety of creative industries, including film and television, theater, architecture, and product design, Digital Modelmaking offers a comprehensive insight into the manufacturing processes and technologies used within contemporary modelmaking. Each chapter contains an in-depth explanation of each topic, presents examples of how each process is used, and includes case studies from professional modelmakers and students.
Automotive Innovation by ISBN: 9781138611764Publication Date: 2019-07-17Automotive Innovation: The Science and Engineering behind Cutting-Edge Automotive Technology provides a survey of innovative automotive technologies in the auto industry. Automobiles are rapidly changing, and this text explores these trends. IC engines, transmissions, and chassis are being improved, and there are advances in digital control, manufacturing, and materials.
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Manufacturing Technology and Mechanical Design Podcasts
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