Publisher's Synopsis
This book covers modeling and optimization of various modern manufacturing processes such as advanced machining, hybrid manufacturing, and additive manufacturing including related case studies in these domains. Various areas like smart manufacturing, hybrid manufacturing, 3D printing, process modeling and characterization, optimization, and so forth are covered in detail. Focus of this book is on Artificial neural network, finite element analysis, firefly/genetic algorithm, particle swarm, fuzzy-based techniques, are the main optimization and modeling techniques.Features: Provides in-depth investigations on prospects of modeling and optimization of modern manufacturing processes. Detailed overview on different evolutionary and bio-inspired optimization techniques and their implementation. Explains step by step guide to use Machine Learning for the enhancement of productivity and quality in modern manufacturing processes. Discusses sustainability and industry 4.0 based contents. Includes case studies and practical examples. This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Production, and Industrial Engineering.
