This book discusses the fundamental concepts and applications of different manufacturing processes in detail. Beginning with the basic concepts, readers will be guided through the important manufacturing processes including metal casting, metal forming and shaping processes, powder metallurgy, gas welding, electric arc welding and cutting processes. A detailed description of shell moulding, explosive forming, electro-hydraulic forming and polymer shaping is provided in the text. Additionally, it covers some advanced topics like evaporative pattern casting, hydrostatic extrusion, laser beam welding and friction stir welding.