This book collects several examples of research in machining processes. Chapter 1 provides
information on polycrystalline diamond tool material and its emerging applications. Chapter 2
is dedicated to the analysis of orthogonal cutting experiments using diamond-coated tools with
force and temperature measurements. Chapter 3 describes the estimation of cutting forces and
tool wear using modified mechanistic models in high performance turning. Chapter 4 contains
information on cutting under gas shields for industrial applications . Chapter 5 is dedicated
to the machinability of magnesium and its alloys. Chapter 6 provides information on grinding
science. Finally chapter 7 is dedicated to flexible integration of shape and functional
modelling of machine tool spindles in a design framework.
