Modern Materials and Manufacturing Processes

For introductory undergraduate technology and engineering technology courses in Materials and Manufacturing processes, including Material Science and Metallurgy found in 2-year and 4-year programs. This text introduces the current state-of-the-art technology in materials and manufacturing processes with an emphasis on the rapidly growing technologies in the plastics and aerospace industries. It takes a unique approach by presenting specific materials and manufacturing processes, then progresses into a discussion of the ways in which these materials and processes are integrated into today's functioning manufacturing industry.