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Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals [Hardcover]

Rob Thompson
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  • Hardcover: 528 pages
  • Publisher: Thames & Hudson (15 Oct 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0500513759
  • ISBN-13: 978-0500513750
  • Product Dimensions: 28.3 x 22.6 x 4.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 18,793 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Does exactly what the title implies in an easy user-friendly manner ... A designer's best friend'
--The Art Book

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The definitive reference for 3D designers, product designers, architects and engineers'

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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This is a long overdue book, in that it is the only one that covers virtually all modern manufacturing techniques in a simple to understand manner, yet with enough depth to make it meaningful to professionals. It is the perfect companion to all professional designers and engineers faced with the daily dillema - how do I make that? There are plenty of books and resources for materials but none I can think of that cover the full gamut of manufacturing technology. This should be essential reading for all involved in design and manufacturing. It will also serve as a fantastic resource for educators and students at all levels.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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There is one bad thing about this book: You realise after you've bought it that you've most likely wasted hundreds of pounds on other books which only cover specific materials. This book is the most unreal bargain, and when you get it in your hands, the shear size and volume of the book makes you realise that instantly.

A recent graduate of Product Design and an entry-level professional, I find this book simply the best I've come across; it's more detailed and technical than ANY of Chris Lefteri's famous material books, but it's more informative/illustrative than Materials and Processes by Ashby. It's the perfect blend of fantastic information and process walk-through using amazing case studies accompanied by detailed photography.

As it says on the tin; ... for design professionals. Thoroughly recommend it.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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As a product designer, it is not always clear what route of manufacture is the most suitable or economical. This book is an excellent reference to the diverse manufacturing opportunities available to an engineers palette.

Professionals and Higher Education students will benefit from the detailed illustrated processes and case studies in fields as varied as consumer electronics to the furniture market. All of which have clear explanations on process, application, suitability and cost. The book is split into four sections; forming, cutting, joining and finishing for easy reference.

I'm sure that I will refer to this book on many occasions to inspire and direct in the future. An excellent buy.
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Should be on every product design reading list
I'm guessing that about 99% of any initial inquiries you have about manufacturing processes could be found in this book. Read more
Published 9 months ago by designcherry.co.uk
Best manufacturing book for designers yet
This book is amazing. Excellent layout, comprehensible texts and plenty of examples. Definitely a must have for any designer / engineer / do-it-yourselfer!
Published 16 months ago by press.esc
Product design students and professionals - Buy it
I have many books on manufacturing processes, this is the only one that I recommend to all my students. Rob Thompson has created an excellent resource.
Published 17 months ago by A. C. Batchelor
An Industrial/Product Design Bible
A friend of mine has recommended me this book.Then I bought one for my work, when we received I decide to buy one for me, and a friend ask me two buy two of them more... Read more
Published 18 months ago by IVAN VIDAL
A MUST BUY!
Fantastic book. The definitive guide for design/engineering students and professionals alike. Full colour detailed illustrations as well as great picture case studies for most... Read more
Published on 27 May 2010 by Mr. C. P. Gillie
This book is amazing !!!
As an industrial Design student this is without doubt the most complete book on manufacturing techniques I have ever read. Read more
Published on 8 Dec 2009 by F. Persyn
Super product for any design/engineer
This book is a bible for any design/engineer who has to know about all manufacturing processes.
Published on 30 Sep 2009 by Mr. C. J. Iveson
Excellent book
As a product design graduate, this book helped me understand a lot of details about manufacturing processes which I did not have a chance to learn during my studies. Read more
Published on 10 Jun 2009 by christina
Manufacturing Processes for Design Profesionals
An excellent book, with a huge number of manufacturing processes. Being used for A Level/GCE teaching and as reference for school within department; excellent photographs of each... Read more
Published on 9 Dec 2008 by Mr. A. Green
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rob thompson's book forges a bridge between concept and reality. what we envisage versus what is possible often finds impasse. Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2008 by S. Hariri
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