Based on the International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing Systems and Technology (AMST '96), this book presents trends and information on recent developments, research results and industrial experience in the fields of machining processes, and flexible machining systems.

This book, based on the Fourth International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing Systems and Technology - AMST '96 aims at presenting trend and up-to-date information on the latest developments - research results and industrial experience in the field of machining processes, optimization and process planning, forming, flexible machining systems, non conventional machining, robotics and control, measuring and quality, thus providing an international forum for a beneficial exchange of ideas, and furthering a favourable cooperation between research and industry.