By emphasizing similarities among types and styles, jig and fixture design, 5th edition speeds readers to a complete understanding of the why's and how's of designing and building a variety of different workholders for manufacturing. From simple template and plate-type jigs to complex channel and box-type tooling, this newly revised edition feature more than 500 illustrations of tools and appli…
1. Introduction 2. Preliminary Analysis and Fixture Planning 3. The Fixture Design Procedure 4. Locating Principles 5. Preparation for Locating 6. Design of Locating Components 7. Loading and Unloading 8. Chip Problems 9. Centralizers 10. Clamping Elements 11. Equalizers 12. Supporting Elements 13. Cutter Guides 14. Drill Bushings 15. Design of Fixture Bodies 16. Drawings, Dimens…