Additive Manufacturing Technologies 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping, and Direct Digital Manufacturing 2nd by Ian Gibson

Additive Manufacturing Technologies 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping, and Direct Digital Manufacturing 2nd by Ian Gibson – by Ian Gibson (Author), David Rosen (Author), Brent Stucker (Author) – ISBN-13: 9781493921126 – ISBN-10: 1493921126 – 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