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Additive Manufacturing of Metals: Fundamentals and Testing of 3D and 4D Printing

Additive Manufacturing of Metals: Fundamentals and Testing of 3D and 4D Printing

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This book is a comprehensive guide to 3D and 4D metallic printing, covering principles, practices, and real-world applications. It provides the technical tools necessary to bridge the performance gap between conventionally produced and printed parts, and discusses issues related to regulation, standardization, mechanical behavior, defects, measurements, and quality control.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 29 November 2021
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education


This comprehensive guide is designed to serve as a single source of knowledge for the metallic printing industry, offering the essential technical tools to close the performance gap between conventionally produced and printed parts. It delves into the fundamentals of 3D and 4D metallic printing, providing detailed insights into the evaluation of mechanical, physical, and metrological properties of printed objects.

Beginning with an introduction to additive manufacturing and the metals utilized in this process, the book proceeds to explore various topics related to the field. These include discussions on the lack of regulation and standardization in additive manufacturing, the mechanical behavior of printed parts, defects, measurements, and quality control.

The author, a recognized expert and experienced educator, adeptly explains both 3D and 4D printing of metals in industrial processes. The book is organized into clear and concise chapters, each covering a specific aspect of metallic printing. It provides step-by-step instructions for measuring the performance and quality of printed metal parts, ensuring that readers have a solid understanding of the necessary methodologies.

By offering a comprehensive and practical approach, this guide empowers professionals and enthusiasts in the metallic printing industry to enhance their understanding and capabilities. Whether you are a researcher, engineer, or manufacturer, this book will be an invaluable resource for advancing your knowledge and staying at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field.

Weight: 1084g
Dimension: 196 x 244 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781260464344

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