本書是一本適合於我國高校機械工程及自動化以及相關專業的**英文原版教材。全書側重機械制造的基本內容，包括塗層硬質合金、機械加工技術、通用測量設備和特種加工技術四大部分。每章後都有習題及參考文獻，便於學生自學自查。

本書是一本適合於我國高校機械工程及自動化以及相關專業的優秀英 文原版教材，同時也不失為一本專業的教學參考書。可用於相關專業的專 業英語教學，並可供機械工程和制造工程領域的專業技術人員參考。 本書側重機械制造的基本內容，包括塗層硬質合金、機械加工技術、 通用測量設備和特種加工技術四大部分。 全書將原書中第14章“工藝規劃”改寫為“工裝與夾具”， 增加了介紹塗層硬質合金的內容。並加強了機床傳動繫統及作動器方面的 內容。改寫了第11章“特種加工”的內容，增加了水切割等新工藝方法。 第15章對摩擦學方面的通用測量設備內容進行了更新。

出版說明
序
Preface
1.Introduction
1.1 Introduction to Material Removal Processes
1.2 Variety of Machine Tools
2.Metal Cutting
Objectives
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Chip Formation
2.3 Shear Zone
2.4 Orthogonal Cutting
2.5 Shear Angle and Its Relevance
2.6 Cutting Tool Materials
2.7 Thermal Aspects
2.8 Tool Wear and Tool Life
2.9 Surface Finish
2.10 Cutting Fluids
2.11 Empirical and Analytical Determination of Cutting Forces
2.12 Economics
Summary
References
Review Questions
Problems
3.Machine Tools
Objectives
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Classification of Machine Tools
3.3 Generating and Forming
3.4 Methods of Generating Surfaces
3.5 Accuracy and Finish Achievable
3.6 Basic Elements of Machine Tools
3.7 Support Structures
3.8 Power Transmission
3.9 Actuation Systems
3.10 Guideways
3.11 General Work Holding Methods
Summary
References
Questions
4.Centre Lathe
Objectives
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Constructional Features of a Centre Lathe
4.3 Aids for Support and Location
4.4 Cutting Tools
4.5 Operations Performed in a Centre Lathe
4.6 Taper Turning Methods
4.7 Thread-cutting Methods
4.8 Special Attachments
4.9 Machining Time and Power Estimation
4.10 Typical Setups
Summary
References
Questions
Problems
5.Special-Purpose Lathes
Objectives
5.1 Limitations of a Centre Lathe
5.2 Capstan and Turret Lathes
5.3 Automatic Lathes
5.4 Tooling Layout and CAM Design for Automatic Lathes
Summary
Questions
6.Reciprocating Machine Tools
Objectives
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Shaper
6.3 Planing Machine
6.4 Slotter
Summary
Questions
Problems
7.Milling
Objectives
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Types of Milling Machines
7.3 Milling Cutters
7.4 Milling Operations
7.5 Dividing Head
7.6 Milling Mechanics
7.7 Milling Time and Power Estimation
7.8 Special Setups
Summary
Questions
Problems
8.Hole-Making Operations
Objectives
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Drilling
8.3 Reaming
8.4 Boring
8.5 Tapping
8.6 Other Hole-making Operations
Summary
Questions
Problems
9.Abrasive Processes
Objectives
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Grinding Wheel Designation and Selection
9.3 Types of Grinding Machines
9.4 Grinding Process
9.5 Grinding Process Parameters
9.6 Creep Feed Grinding
9.7 Honing
9.8 Lapping
9.9 Other Finishing Processes
Summary
Questions
Problems
10.Other Machine Tools
Objectives
10.1 Sawing
10.2 Broaching
10.3 Gear Cutting
Summary
Questions
11.Unconventional Machining Processes
Objectives
11.1 Need for Unconventional Processes
11.2 Electric Discharge Machining
11.3 Electro-chemical Machining
11.4 Ultrasonic Machining
11.5 Chemical Machining
11.6 Laser Beam Machining
11.7 Abrasive Water Jet Machining
Summary
References
Questions
12.Machine Tool Testing
Objectives
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Measuring Instruments Used for Testing
12.3 Test Procedures
12.4 Acceptance Tests
Summary
13.Designing for Machining
Objectives
13.1 Introduction
13.2 General Guidelines for Design for Machining
13.3 Design for Turning
13.4 Design for Hole Making Operations
Summary
14.Jigs and Fixtures
Objectives
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Functional Surfaces
14.3 Location Principles
14.4 Locating Devices
14.5 Clamping Devices
14.6 Jigs
14.7 Designing a Jig
14.8 Fixtures
Summary
Questions
15.Metrology
Objectives
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Tolerances, Limits and Fits
15.3 Linear Measurement
15.4 Angular Measurement
15.5 Thread Measurement
15.6 Surface Texture
15.7 Gauges and Gauge Design
Summary
Questions
16.Numerical Control of Machine Tools
Objectives
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Numerical Control
16.3 NC Machine Tools
16.4 Part Programming Fundamentals
16.5 Manual Part Programming Methods
16.6 Computer Aided Part Programming
Summary
Questions
Problems
Index
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