Additive Manufacturing Technologies: 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping, and Direct Digital Manufacturing

By David Rosen, Ian Gibson, Brent Stucker

Book Overview

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

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1493921126
• ISBN13: 9781493921126
• Release Date: November 2014
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 498 Pages
• Weight: 2.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"