Welding plays an important role in modern production methods, and has made possible the construction of plants, equipment and structures unattainable by other known methods. It is almost impossible to make a product like automobile, aircraft, etc., without cast component. This book will serve as a bridge between the study of the processes and their applications in production industries. Theory and practice are blended and explained so that the reader gets holistic approach to welding. First, basic processes are discussed, followed by the special processes and design, testing, weldability of systems are discussed at the end. The approach to the various aspects of welding design, has been kept as simple as practicable and wherever possible the fundamental features have been stressed. Every effort has been made to comply with the existing and accepted standards and in this respect the nomenclature adopted is consistent with standard specifications. The book also includes industry data, foundry practices, and real-time industrial applications. Fundamental theory is presented with up-to-date technical information using simple line sketches. This book is meant for the students of B.E, B.Tech. M.Tech and other post-graduate courses. This book will also serve as a useful reference for academicians material researchers, mechanical engineers, professionals in manufacturing and related industries. Several GATE and IES exam questions are solved to make it suitable for the readers who take up competitive exams.

Today, Non-traditional machining processes no longer remain as laboratory processes and already in use in most of modern manufacturing industries. On account of the importance of these production methods in modern manufacturing systems, non -traditional machining processes are now included in curriculum of the most graduate and undergraduate engineering courses. Yet, there are very few really good text books covering fundamentals, mathematical concepts and numerical problems. The main objective of writing this book is to give a clear understanding of the concepts underlying modern machining process. Each non-traditional machining process is explained in a simple way covering process, equipment, process parameters, process capabilities, advantages, applications and limitations. The parameters kept in mind while writing the book are coverage of contents to suit syllabi of various Indian universities, prerequisite knowledge of the user of this book, lucidity of writing, clarity of thoughts and variety of solved and unsolved numerical problems, including problems from competitive examinations. Question papers of several years of many universities have been solved to give a flavor of questions that appear in the examinations. This book presents a comprehensive treatment of the process and equipment of Non-traditional machining processes, spread in 8 chapters. Each chapter is divided into subtopics and is explained in a very easy manner. All the chapters contain review questions and exercise problems. Salient Features: Covers important Non-traditional machining processes as per VTU syllabus and other universities. Maintains a balanced presentation of theoretical concepts and mathematical analysis. Contains a large number of solved problems from university question papers Ten years of questions papers of VTU have been solved Each chapter contains a consolidated list of short and long questions from VTU and other universities. Ideal Text book for students preparing for VTU and other universities examinations.

This book offers a comprehensive treatment of the principles of hydraulics and pneumatics. The main objective is to provide a clear understanding of the concepts underlying hydraulics and pneumatics. Solved question papers and numerical examples are given to aid understanding. The book will be useful for students and engineers in mechanical, production, automobile, and mechatronics engineering who wish to understand hydraulics and pneumatics technology. The key features of the text include presentation of basic theory in simple and understandable language; a balanced presentation of hydraulics and pneumatics; and unsolved problems and review questions at the end of each chapter.