Intented as a `primer' in manufacturing systems, this book concentrates primarily on the technology that is applied on the shop floor to automate the manufacturing process. Modern automation techniques are placed in the context of manufacturing systems approaches and more traditional production engineering approaches. This edition has been updated with new material including sample course work, examination questions and a comprehensively revised reading list. It provides a clear account of steps to automation and covers all the essential aspects of principle and application in an accessible way.

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Reviews for 1st edition: The treatment of the subject is at all times comprehensive...and will help to further the readers' understanding of the vast multidisciplinary subject of modern manufacturing technology. - FMS Magazine; ...a key volume for the production engineer. Automotive Engineer; In conclusion I found the book easy to read and it would be a useful starting point for a broad range of computerised manufacturing technologies. - Manufacturing Engineer



Book Information
ISBN 9780412605802
Author D.J. Williams
Format Paperback
Page Count 268
Imprint Chapman and Hall
Publisher Chapman and Hall