Using a systems approach to teaching industrial process controls, this text divides the entire process into detailed functional blocks so that readers can understand processes and concepts more easily. Explanations apply to typical industrial equipment that is used to achieve specific manufacturing operations, while math is presented to show a practical relationship in a process or control procedure. ...

Thoroughly updated to AutoCAD. 2005, this easy-to-understand essentials edition explains how to use all the commands required for 2D drafting of single drawings. All aspects of AutoCAD fundamentals are covered, from an introduction to computer hardware and CAD software, to learning to draw with objects, direct editing of objects, and plotting. Step-by-step tutorials make learning to use and apply AutoCAD 2005 and its commands a breeze, and will ...

Based on extensive research, this reference shows how automated fabrication--also known as desktop manufacturing and rapid prototyping--may be used to increase productivity. A popular writer and speaker, Burns is founder of Ennex Fabrication Technologies which concentrates on research, development and marketing in automated fabrication. Burns edited and coauthored Rapid Prototyping: System Selection and Implementation Guide. ...

The past decade has seen considerable advances in CAE tools that employ leading-edge artificial intelligence techniques and that can be used with CAD/CAM tools to reduce design costs. In three parts, this book covers current Al applications that can prove beneficial in the design and planning stages of manufacturing, that can assist in solving scheduling and control problems, and that can be used in manufacturing integration.A. F. Famili is ...

<BR>This fifth edition has been fully updated to cover the many advances made in CAGD and curve and surface theory since 1997, when the fourth edition appeared. Material has been restructured into theory and applications chapters. The theory material has been streamlined using the blossoming approach; the applications material includes least squares techniques in addition to the traditional interpolation methods. In all other respects, it ...

This completely revised Second Edition of "Computer Graphics" includes valuable information on major organizational changes and updated subject matter that includes new figures and exercises. This edition brings to the fore the basic mathematical tools of computer graphics, including vectors, matrices, and transformations. Each chapter contains an annotated suggested reading list with exercises and answers. This book provides a strong, ...

Industrial engineers increasingly make use of microprocessors to monitor and control industrial processes. This book provides a comprehensive account of how CAN (controller area network) can be designed and applied in a wide variety of industrial settings. It covers thoroughly: CAN chip implementations, CAN chip programming, CAN hardware design, CAN system testing and wiring, and CAN applications. The author is a widely recognized expert in this ...

Parallel Kinematic Machines (PKMs) are one of the most radical innovations in production equipment. They attempt to combine the dexterity of robots with the accuracy of machine tools to respond to several industrial needs. This book contains the proceedings of the first European-American Forum on Parallel Kinematic Machines, held in Milan, Italy from 31 August - 1 September 1998. The Forum was established to provide institutions, technology ...

Advances in Soft Computing contains the most recent developments in the field of soft computing in engineering design and manufacture. The book comprises a selection of papers that were first presented in June 1998 at the 3rd On-line World Conference on Soft Computing in Engineering Design and Manufacturing. Amongst these are four invited papers by World-renowned researchers in the field. Soft computing is a collection of methodologies which aim ...

This book is about automatic handling of non-rigid or deformable objects like cables, fabric, or foam rubber. The automation by robots in industrial environments, is especially examined. It discusses several important automation aspects, such as material modelling and simulation, planning and control strategies, collaborative systems, and industrial applications. This book collects contributions from various countries and international projects ...