内容简介
This latest book in "Rob Thompsons" series of highly acclaimed
reference guides for design students provides an understanding of
the environmental impact of materials, manufacturing processes and
product lifecycles, and a guide on how to select and use them in an
intelligent way. Divided into three easily referenced parts
Materials, Processes and Lifecycle the book is packed with
practical information and in-depth analysis on 15 materials, 14
processes and six production lifecycles. Each material, process or
production lifecycle features a full technical de*ion, concise
notes for the designer on its suitability, efficiency,
cost-effectiveness and environmental impact, and fully illustrated,
step-by-step case studies showing a product, component or material
being manufactured by a leading international supplier.