Fundamentals of Machining and Machine Tools

Contents: 1. Machining Processes. 2. Mechanics of Metal Cutting. 3. Heat Generation in Metal Cutting. 4. Cutting Fluids. 5. Surface Quality and Surface Finish. 6. Chip Control. 7. Grinding Process. 8. Economics of Metal Cutting Operations. 9. Cost Estimation of Machined Components. 10. Nonconventional Machining Process. 11. Design for Machining. 12. Nomenclature and Geometry of Cutting Tools. 13. Tool Materials. 14. Wear and Life of Cutting Tools. 15. The Grinding Wheel. 16. Design Principles of Cutting Tools. 17. Design Principles of Machine Tools. 18. Machine Tool Vibrations. 19. Numerically Controlled Machine Tools. 20. Automation in Manufacturing Systems. 21. Computer Aided Manufacturing. 22. NC/CNC Part Programming. Annexure-I. Annexure-II. Index.

"Fundamentals of Machining and Machine Tools deals with analytical modeling techniques of machining processes, modern cutting tool materials and their effects on the economics of machining.

The book thoroughly illustrates the causes of various phenomena and their effects on machining practice. It includes description of machining processes outlining the merits and de-merits of various modeling approaches.

Spread in 22 chapters, the book is broadly divided in four sections:

1. Machining Processes
2. Cutting Tools
3. Machine Tools
4. Automation

Data on cutting parameters for machining operations and main characteristics of machine tools have been separately provided in Annexures.

In addition to exhaustive theory, a number of numerical examples have been solved and arranged in various chapters. Question bank has been given at the end of every chapter.

The book is a must for anyone involved in metal cutting, machining, machine tool technology, machining applications, and manufacturing processes."