Chapter 33, Problem 1RQ

What are the four traditional families of shape-production processes?

To determine

The four traditional families of shape production processes.

Explanation of Solution

The four traditional families of shape production are as follows,

1. Casting process- It is the type of manufacturing process in which the material in the molten state is poured into the mold and keeps till it solidifies. This process is used for making complex parts or components.
2. Material removal process - In this type of manufacturing process, the excess material is removed from the raw material in order to obtain the final product.
3. Consolidation process- In the consolidation process, the smaller components or parts are assembled to obtain the larger parts.
4. Deformation process- In this process, the final product is obtained by changing the shape of a material by deforming it. The raw material is plastically deformed with the help of tools and machinery.