This book contains summary information about the workings and capabilities of various significant manufacturing processes. The standard format for each chapter involves a clear summary of how each manufacturing process operates to produce its end result. In most cases, for added clarity, a schematic representation of the operation is included so that the reader can see conceptually exactly what actions are involved. In many cases, for further clarification, photographs or drawings of common equipment are presented. The purpose of this brief process explanation is to enable readers to understand the basic principles of the manufacturing process to determine whether it is applicable to production of the particular workpiece they have in mind.
