{"title":"Kathy S. Faggiani","description":"\u003cp\u003eBooks by Kathy S. Faggiani offer clear and practical insights into advanced engineering topics, with a particular focus on additive manufacturing. Her work is ideal for practitioners and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of modern manufacturing technologies and their applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thorough explanations and up-to-date information that bridges theoretical concepts with real-world practice. This collection is essential for those interested in the evolving landscape of engineering and technology.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fundamentals-of-additive-manufacturing-for-the-practitioner-by-sheku-kamara-9781119750383","title":"Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover how to shift from traditional to additive manufacturing processes with this core resource from industry leaders.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner\u003c\/i\u003e delivers a vital examination of the methods and techniques needed to transition from traditional to additive manufacturing. The book explains how traditional manufacturing work roles change as various industries move into additive manufacturing and describes the flow of the typical production process in additive manufacturing. Detailed explorations of the processes, inputs, machine and build preparation, post-processing, and best practices are included, as well as real-world examples of the principles discussed within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery chapter includes a problems and opportunities section that prompts readers to apply the book’s techniques to their own work. Diagrams and tables are distributed liberally throughout the work to present concepts visually, and key options and decisions are highlighted to assist the reader in understanding how additive manufacturing changes traditional workflows. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA thorough introduction on how to move into additive manufacturing, including the identification of a manufacturing opportunity and its characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn exploration of how to determine if additive manufacturing is the right solution, with descriptions of the origins of additive manufacturing and the current state of the technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn examination of the materials used in additive manufacturing, including polymers, composites, metals, plasters, and biomaterials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA discussion of choosing an additive manufacturing technology and process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for mechanical engineers, manufacturing professionals, technicians, and designers new to additive manufacturing, \u003ci\u003eFundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner\u003c\/i\u003e will also earn a place in the libraries of technical, vocational, and continuing education audiences seeking to improve their skills with additive manufacturing workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596452184300,"sku":"9781119750383","price":230.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/e23d2a8b7fd3a0e1d46621e3fb58697f.jpg?v=1777929006"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kathy-s-faggiani.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}