Principles of Automation and Advanced Manufacturing Systems (CAD, CAM, FMS, CIMS, AI & ROBOTICS)

The purpose of this book is to provide a source of reference to the students and professional who have interest in the application of computers in manufacturing. Through twenty five chapters given in the book the subject of automation in manufacturing has been covered with following sub-groups that constitute the contents of this book. Through these sections, a comprehensive description of the history of automation, electronic controls, use of computers in design and manufacture, robotics and automated materials movement is provided. The material presented in this book is included to be suitable for senior or final year, undergraduate students of Production-industrial engineering, Mechatronics, and automation engineering and for post graduate students of the related areas such as CAD/CAM. Adance/Manufacturing engineer, Automation production system etc. This should be stuitable for aforesaid cirriculum, for under-grade and post graduate levels. Many colleges and universities throughout India and abroad are introducing new programmers in manufacturing related areas and this book should be suitable for certain courses in these areas. This book should also find its usefulness for practicing engineers who wish to learn about automation technology and its basic components managers and students of business management should also find the book useful for its emphasis on economic as well as technical issues pertaining to automation.