As a basic specialty course, its primary contents have inherited the essence of the traditional course. The rudimentary knowledge, principal theories and basic approaches of manufacturing technology are taken as the plot line of the book and both traditional and advanced manufacturing technologies and equipment are introduced. Thus, the fundamental hierarchy of manufacturing technology is constructed in this textbook that possesses the following features: • Integral knowledge hierarchy • New compiling system and wide application • Proper arrangement and prominent key points • Consistency, accuracy and better readability • Combination of theory with practice and concentration on practicality • Complete supporting materials

Preface / Introduction / Principles of Metal Cutting / Machine Tools and Cutting Tools / Machining Process Planning / Design Principles of Machine Tool Fixtures / Analysis and Control of Machining Quality / Fundamentals of Machine Assembly Technology / Brief Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing Technology / References.

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