Manufacturing Technology

Conquer the Machinist and Tool and Die Maker Profession: Your Guide to Crafting Precision Metal Parts, Instruments, and Tools is an indispensable resource for individuals aspiring to excel in machining and toolmaking. This comprehensive guide delves into the essential skills and knowledge required to succeed in the field, including operating CNC and manual machines, interpreting blueprints, and mastering CAD/CAM technology. The book provides detailed insights into the daily responsibilities of machinists and tool and die makers, such as fabricating precision components, conducting quality ...

Unleash the Power of AI to Transform Your Business In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it's a game-changing force reshaping industries and redefining the rules of business. AI Unleashed: Transforming Business with Intelligent Technology provides a practical roadmap for leveraging AI to gain a competitive edge, optimize operations, and drive unprecedented growth. Inside this book, you'll discover: The foundational principles of AI: Demystifying complex concepts with clear explanations and real-world examples. ...

Want to 3D print objects? Objects you can be proud of and show off to everyone you know? Then you need to keep reading… 3D printing is a lot of fun; it’s something you can tinker with endlessly as you find new things to print and figure out the best processes. But it’s also something that can cause frustration when things don’t work the way you expected, especially as you’re just getting started. Although 3D printing is not easy, it becomes easier once you know the right tips & tricks to troubleshoot problems. In the book 3D Printing Made Easy: For Newbies and Hobbyist, you’ll ...

Silver Award, Nonfiction Authors Association 4.5 stars, IndieReader Selected for the U.S. Special Operations Command's 2017 Reading List (think Delta Force and Navy Seals) in the Disruptive Technology Category Suggested textbook for "The 3D Printing Revolution" Coursera course offered by the University of Illinois Champagne-Urbana. In 3D Printing Will Rock the World, author John Hornick presents an insightful look at how 3D printing could potentially change the planet. 3DPrintingIndustry.com said “John Hornick’s ‘3D Printing Will Rock the World’ Rocks.” 3DPrintingStocks.com called...

Factories create massive amounts of data from IoT sensors, MES, SCADA, quality systems, supply chain, maintenance, and others. Yet most organizations can’t turn it into decisions fast enough. The result is reactive firefighting and AI pilots that stall. The Unified Manufacturing Data Architecture (UMDA) is a practical framework built for industry, not adapted from IT. It shows you how to handle real-time streams, integrate legacy systems, enforce security, and scale AI across sites.

Americans are measuring the wrong war and using the wrong scoreboard. For years, the U.S. China debate has focused on headlines: tariffs, diplomacy, and who invents the next breakthrough. But national power is built on something quieter and harder to rebuild: industrial ecosystems, supply-chain chokepoints, and the ability to scale technology into mass-market reality. This book makes a controversial argument and tests it with data: the United States has already lost key dimensions of the economic, trade, and technology contest with China, and the American public does not yet grasp how far ...

Take a tour with the author inside more than 30 world-class facilities to experience the most remarkable innovations and highly sophisticated robotics and automation in action. Capture a front-row seat to top-brand, big-budget manufacturing in action with complex machines communicating with other machines. However, you can also learn from small-to-medium size manufacturers. Discover how some simple, tried-and-true, old-school, low-budget manufacturing processes can be game changers for industry.

Introducing "Wired for Production," an exhilarating eBook that dives deep into the world of Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing! Uncover the secrets of the CAD/CAM industry as you journey through 25 comprehensive chapters that will captivate your mind and fuel your curiosity. Begin by exploring the history and evolution of CAD and CAM technologies before delving into the intricacies of 3D modeling techniques and their diverse applications. Discover the fascinating future of engineering with generative design, as you venture into the realm of Materials Science in the Digital Age. Immerse...

Step into the world of innovative design and engineering with "Designing the Future," an illuminating eBook journey that explores the groundbreaking technologies and creative approaches shaping the future of drafting and mechanical drawing. This captivating read will ignite your imagination and open your eyes to the boundless potential that lies within the realm of advanced design. Delve into the transformative impact of computer-aided design (CAD) and how 3D modeling has revolutionized mechanical drawing. Discover the power of collaborative design through Building Information Modeling (BIM...

Prepare to be dazzled by "The Art of Creation," a comprehensive eBook that embarks on an enlightening journey through the captivating world of additive manufacturing and its indelible impact on the realm of art and sculptures. Discover an epic compendium where every chapter unfolds layers of information and critical knowledge, breaking down complex concepts into digestible formats. Begin an immersive course where you will navigate the corridors of the introduction to additive manufacturing, its intersection with art, and an overview of diverse manufacturing techniques. You'll explore the ...

K. Eric Drexler is the founding father of nanotechnology - the science of engineering on a molecular level. In Radical Abundance, he shows how rapid scientific progress is about to change our world. Thanks to atomically precise manufacturing, we will soon have the power to produce radically more of what people want, and at a lower cost. The result will shake the very foundations of our economy and environment.

Transform your ideas into tangible creations with "From Sketch to Reality," an essential guide for aspiring innovators and experienced developers alike. This comprehensive eBook navigates the exhilarating journey of turning a simple sketch into a market-ready smart wearable health device. Begin with an insightful introduction to prototyping, where the importance of early-stage models becomes clear. Dive into detailed market research techniques to identify the right niche, focusing on the booming field of consumer electronics and wearable technology. Discover the secrets of ideation and ...

What is going to happen when artificial intelligent self drivers get behind the wheel on and off the road? Get in and find out via the stories of self-driving cars named iVan and iVanna.

Conquer the Industrial Engineering Field: Your Guide to a Career as an Industrial Engineering Technologist and Technician Helping Engineers Solve Problems Affecting Manufacturing Layout or Production is an essential resource for those aspiring to work in industrial engineering technology. This guide delves into the versatile role of technologists and technicians who collaborate with engineers to optimize workflows, enhance production efficiency, and ensure product quality. The book provides a comprehensive overview of industrial engineering concepts, from conducting time and motion studies ...

Thinking of using rapid prototyping for your next design project but don’t know where to start? Or have you tried rapid prototyping and been disappointed with the results? “Eight Common Mistakes in Rapid Prototyping” can dispel your misconceptions by explaining what to expect when using this additive manufacturing technique. While “one and done” is what fabricators hope for when using rapid prototyping to develop new gadgets or parts, the first result produced using this method often does not provide the desired solution. What is most likely to go wrong when using rapid ...

The AI Advantage: Bridging Human Wisdom with Artificial Intelligence - A Fast EZ Reads Book Transform how you think about AI through this engaging business fable. Follow a traditional manufacturer's journey as two mentors – a seasoned business advisor and an AI implementation expert – reveal how to successfully integrate artificial intelligence without losing the human element. Through simple storytelling and practical examples, readers will discover: • How to blend AI with human expertise • Ways to implement AI that empower rather than replace people • Strategies for scaling AI ...

The Chinese Century How the West Handed It Over The rise of China is often described as sudden, aggressive, or inevitable. It is framed as a geopolitical shock that appeared without warning and overturned an established global order. This narrative is convenient—but incomplete. The Chinese Century examines how decades of Western decisions gradually transferred industrial capacity, technological leverage, and strategic advantage to China without conquest, coercion, or a single decisive moment. Rather than focusing on confrontation or ideology, this book traces a pattern of voluntary ...

The decision to replace a piece of equipment should be based on facts and figures. The judgment which the owner-manager of a small company makes should be the result of weighing the costs of keeping the old equipment against the cost of its replacement. This guide discusses the elements involved in making such a cost comparison. Examples are used to illustrate the gathering and use of the appropriate cost figures. Sooner or later, you must decide whether you should keep an existing unit of equipment or replace it with a new unit. As time goes by, equipment deteriorates and becomes obsolete....

In an era of automation, the human touch still leads the way. As smart factories evolve and artificial intelligence takes center stage, many organizations are asking: Do we still need leaders walking the shop floor? This book answers with a resounding yes. "How AI Can’t Replace the Gemba Walk" explores why physical presence, observation, and human connection remain irreplaceable — even in the age of Industry 4.0. Rooted in Lean thinking and the Toyota Production System (TPS), this book dives into: What the Gemba really is — and why it matters more than ever The strengths and limits of...

In this volume in the MIT Press Essential Knowledge series, John Jordan offers an accessible introduction to 3-D printing. Jordan outlines the stages of 3-D printing, from idea to software model to a printable file that slices the planned object into printable layers to the finished object itself. He describes additive technologies, consumer 3-D printing in homes and schools, mass customization, and industrial uses.