About The Book
A book on Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing is being presented to the readers based on the long experience of the author. It covers in detail the Topics on FORTRAN-77, numerical methods, Optimization techniques, computer-aided design, interactive Computer graphics, computer-aided drafting, expert systems for CAD, Finite element method, Product design, machine tool control, robotics and automated guided vehicles, group technology, computer-aided process planning, computer-aided inspection and testing, flexible manufacturing systems, computer integrated manufacturing systems, product development and design, material handling and automated guided vehicles, computer-aided quality control, manufacturing planning and control, shop floor control systems, just in time manufacturing and manufacturing system simulation. The book also includes C-programing Language with solved problems using Turbo-C.
An Algorithmic approach has been adopted for the various solution methods. A number of computer programs, including illustrative Drawings using Autocad in the form of wireframe models, surface models and Solid models have been included for the benefit of the readers.
The book shall be useful to undergraduate and post graduate students and practising engineers.