Incorporating numerical methods, mathematical modelling, phase changes, and all forms of chemical and industrial shape manufacturing, this book considers the different treatments, theories and methods involved in materials processing.
Contents: Numerical methods (Hybrid methods; Inverse methods; Parallel computing; Explicit/implicit integration; Solution methods; Meshing (adaptive remeshing; Optimization; Eulerian/Langrangian formulation; Contact algorithms); Mathematical modelling (Constitutive equations; Evolving microstructure; Phase changes; Damage, fracture; Contact and friction; Thermomechanical coupling; Free surfaces; Steady state problems; Residual stresses, springback; Chemical reactions, mixing); Industrial applications (Bulk forming; Sheet forming; Casting, molding, quenching; Polymer processing; Powder forming; Machining; Joining; Thermal processing; Chemical processing; Surface treatment; Food processing).