Fundamentals of Computer Aided Manufacturing

This book covers various topics on computer aided manufacturing in simple language and easy to understand diagrams. The topics covered are not only the traditional areas of CAM but also the emerging areas like product data management, product modeling, and assembly and tolerance modeling, rapid prototyping, and features of modern CAD/CAM software. Key features of the Book: Theoretical and practical issues of CAM discussed in detail; Topics on product data management, product modeling and assembly, and tolerance modeling are also dealt with; Fundamental coverage of CNC machines (technology, functions, classification of CNC systems); Includes review questions at the end of each chapter and also programming exercises.