Publisher's Synopsis
This collection of peer-reviewed papers covers a wealth of innovations and practical experience regarding engineering and technology; materials science and technology in manufacturing including artificial materials, forming, novel material fabrication, green manufacturing, design and manufacturing of composite components, surface science and engineering, quality control of manufacturing systems, theoretical, simulation and experimental studies related to microstructure and residual stress; manufacturing systems and technologies including manufacturing process simulation, CIMS and manufacturing systems, vibration measurement and reliability analysis, finite-element analysis and structural optimization, fault diagnosis and maintenance theory, intelligent mechatronics and robotics, elements, structures, mechanisms, applications of micro- and nano-systems, compound machine tools, rapid prototyping, printing (ex. embossing), complex mechanico-electro-liquid system, PDM, ERP, CRM, FMS, PLM, logistics and supply chain, effects of machining method or technique on mechanical properties of materials, RPM, and Management.