Rapid Prototyping and Engineering Applications: A Toolbox for Prototype DevelopmentMore quality, more flexibility, and less costs seem to be the key to meeting the demands of the global marketplace. The secret to success in this arena lies in the expert execution of the critical tasks in the product definition stage. Prototyping is an essential part of this stage, yet can be very expensive. It must be planned well and use state-o |
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction | 1 |
Chapter 2 Product Prototyping | 19 |
Chapter 3 Modeling and Virtual Prototyping | 81 |
Chapter 4 Materials Selections and Product Prototyping | 135 |
Chapter 5 Direct Digitial Prototyping and Manufacturing | 159 |
Chapter 6 Rapid Prototyping Processes | 215 |
Chapter 7 Building a Prototype Using OfftheShelf Components | 299 |
Chapter 8 Prototyping of Automated Systems | 359 |
Chapter 9 Using Prototyping for Product Assessment | 417 |
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Rapid Prototyping and Engineering Applications: A Toolbox for Prototype ... Frank W. Liou No preview available - 2007 |
Rapid Prototyping and Engineering Applications: A Toolbox for Prototype ... Frank W. Liou No preview available - 2007 |
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