Chapter One

Introduction

The best way to predict the future is to create it.

Peter Drucker

During the decade since the manuscript of the first edition of Advanced Machining Processes of Metallic Materials was prepared and published, academia and industry have seen many visible changes. Scientists have developed modelling and simulation techniques of machining processes and, together with R&D centres, modern cutting tool materials, cutting tools, Computer numerical control (CNC) machine tools and new machining processes that substantially enhance the productivity and quality of machining processes have been implemented in the manufacturing sector. By providing state-of-the-art machining theory and practice, Advanced Machining ...

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