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All three books in this one-of-a kind, Machinists Library will undergo reorganization and update. While much of the current text and illustration materials are not overly dated, as basic machine shops have not changed that much over the years, new types of machines and methods have been introduced for different applications. New review questions will be added. The existing books have a good reputation in the industry, but have been out of stock for at least five years. Many tinkers, robot makers, mechanics and repair persons as well as home owners keep a copy of the 1983 editions, dog-eared by now, at their workbench or in their tool box. According to the author the Machinists Library sold 250,000 copies in all editions, primarily editions 1-3. While various publishers (prior to Wiley) authorized "rewrites" and the books have gradually changed over the times, this update will be the most thorough. For instance, the switch to small electric motors for individual machines is a far cry from the “old days” when one huge motor-generator set was used to power an entire machine shop (as was the case in the 1st edition of the book). Readers and re-sellers have contacted the authors requesting an updated version including coverage of new machines and electronic controls.
ISBN : 9788126503438
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