Basic Fixture Design

Uses basic terms to explain fixture design.Focuses on actual tooling procedures throughout.Provides a full understanding of the design and application of fixture tools and checking fixtures, welding fixtures and procedures, three-dimensional space in checking compound warped surfaces, measurement systems, and the simple mathematics required.  This Print-on-Demand version replaces ISBN 978-0-8311-0207-4.

This lavishly illustrated introduction to fixture design takes the reader from concept to building. It details the mechanics, materials used, commercially available components, design procedures, and economics. 

Fixtures Types and ApplicationsWelding FixturesMachining and Fabricating FixturesChecking FixturesReading Body Panel Part PrintsDrafting Materials and MediumFixture LayoutStandard Components and ApplicationsManufactured Components and ApplicationsFixture Construction MaterialsDetailingChangesFixture Design: Concept Manufacturing ProcessesThe Engineering Industry WorkplaceTooling Component Suppliers and ManufacturersEnglish-Metric ConversionsFormulasIndex