Description: This extensive collection of papers constitutes an invaluable source of information covering the current state of the art with regard to manufacturing science and engineering, and focussing on Advanced Composite Materials. These 534 peer-reviewed papers are grouped into 12 chapters: CAD/CAM; Ceramic-Matrix Composites; Coatings, Damage Mechanics; Design of Materials and Components, Environmental Effects; Metal-Matrix Composites; Modelling; Non-Destructive Evaluation; Polymer-Matrix Composites; Processing and Manufacturing, Properties and Performance; Prototyping Reinforcement Materials, Repair, Testing; Thermoplastic Composites; Nanotechnology.

Information Technology for Manufacturing Systems

Edited by: Qi Luo

Online since: January 2010

Description: The objective of this special collection was to provide a outlet for researchers, educators, engineers and government officials, involved in the general areas of Intelligent Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems and Processes, Modeling and Simulation, to disseminate their latest research results and exchange views on the future research directions of these fields.