Rapid and Virtual Prototyping and Applications

Drawing from cutting edge research this interesting text is a comprehensive insight into the very latest developments in advanced manufacturing technologies. The papers, which are from a conference organised by Lancaster University have been reviewed by a panel of recognized academic experts from a number of universities. <p>CONTENTS INCLUDE</p> <ul> <li>Design and manufacture of drilling guides for osseointegrated implants using rapid prototyping techniques</li> <li>A study of build accuracy of the Z-corps three-dimensional printing technique and related seepage control</li> <li>Rapid tools for injection moulding</li> <li>Direct laser sintering of ceramics</li> <li>Fabrication of EDM electrodes using rapid prototyping techniques</li> <li>CNC as a rapid prototyping method – a company perspective</li> <li>The useful application of rapid technologies especially for automotive development</li> <li>Virtual prototyping brings ‘revolution’ to a small engineering business</li> </ul> <p>Rapid and virtual prototyping are fundamental tools in the design, development and manufacturing of a divergency of products. This important volume is vital reading for anyone interested in keeping up-to-date with the developments in this key area of manufacturing. It is also enlightening reading for researchers and new users of these technologies.</p>