Computer Numerical Control Machines and Computer Aided Manufacture

P. Radhakrishnan

ISBN 10: 1781830150 / ISBN 13: 9781781830154

Published by New Academic Science Ltd 2014-04-28, 2014

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Bibliographic Details

Title: Computer Numerical Control Machines and ...

Publisher: New Academic Science Ltd 2014-04-28

Publication Date: 2014

Binding: Paperback

Condition: New

Edition: 2nd Edition

About this title

Synopsis:

KEY FEATURES:

Knowledge of computer programming and electronics is a presumption.
Primary focus is laid on CNC machine tools.
Training requirements of technicians and engineers in tools manufacturing highlighted.
Use of robots in computer aided manufacture illustrated.

ABOUT THE BOOK:

The book attempts a detailed coverage of CNC machine tools. CNC systems, constructional features, process planning and programming have been dealt with in detail. Knowledge of CNC programming using software packages, programmable machine control and computer aided inspection are essential for the effective operation of CNC machines. Chapters on economics of manufacturing effective utilization and maintenance will be useful for shop floor personnel. The chapter on manufacturing automation is included to introduce concepts of increasing productivity with CNC machines. A few chapters on robotics have been included in the book to introduce the reader to the use of robotics in computer aided manufacture.

CONTENTS:

Computer Aided Manufacture
CNC Systems
CNC Machine Tools
Constructional Features of CNC Machines
Process Definition for CNC Machining
Manual Part Programming and Programming of Lathes
Programming of Machining Centres
Programming of Grinding Machines
CNC Program Development Using CAM Software
Programmable Machine Control
Economics of Manufacturing Using CNC Machines
Effective Utilisation of CNC Machine Tools
Maintenance of CNC Machines
Coordinate Measuring Machines
Elements of Robotics
Kinematics of Robots
Applications of Robots in Manufacturing
CNC and Manufacturing Automation

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About the Author:

P Radhakrishnan is presently a Director of PSG Institute of Advanced Studies, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. Earlier, he has been serving in the PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore. Then onwards, he was Vice-Chancellor of VIT University, Vellore, India during 0022007. He has several years of experience in teaching Computer Numerical Control apart from involvement in design, manufacture and quality control of CNC Machines.