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Table of Contents March 2000



Features

The World of Abrasive Machining
The latest developments in grinding technology, as reported by Theodore Giese, executive director, Abrasive Engineering Society.

A switch from the same old grind
MP&P grinds, polishes, and plates 20 hours a day, five days a week, and offers quick, quality turnaround times at good prices.

AEROSPACE SPECIAL SECTION

The 21st century takeoff

Aircraft engine manufacturer flies on flexibility

Management software is like air traffic control

Fluid Forces
Fluid power systems can provide faster and more reliable parts fixturing.

Machining in movie land
WESTEC 2000 will have over 800 exhibitors, more than 35,000 attendees.

 COMING NEXT MONTH. . .

Departments

Editorial
* The future is here

Presstime Notes
* Technology transfer may lead to lighter, stronger spaceships

T&P Shop Talk

Cutting Tool Talk

Management Update
* Competing with the big guys

Technology Update
* How aerospace material enhances tool applications

Manufacturing Update
* DROs enhance ROI on the production floor

Software Solutions
* Software's free lunch

Technology Notebook
* Roll marking

Manufacturing Solutions
* Waterjet technology puts 'hat' on the 'cat'

Product Spotlight
* Start the revolution with a Revolution

Speaking Out

ABOUT THE COVER
The Space Shuttle continues to typify the collective power of the American aerospace industry. Courtesy of: The Boeing Co

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