Rapid Prototyping : Principles and Applications

Rapid Prototyping (RP) has revolutionized the landscape of how prototypes and products are made and small batch manufacturing carried out. This book gives a comprehensive coverage of RP and rapid tooling processes, data formats and applications. A CD-ROM, included in the book, presents RP and its principles in an interactive way to augment the learning experience. Special features: Most comprehensive coverage of more than 30 RP Systems Understanding of RP through applications In-depth revelation of the basic principles behind major RP techniques Discussion of important issues such as STL file problems of RP parts Interactive CD-ROM to demonstrate the major RP techniques RP company background information and contact addresses