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Here are six types or classifications of manufacturing, along with brief descriptions and labeled
diagrams of three manufacturing processes found in each type:

1. Casting:

a. Sand Casting: In this process, a mold is created using compacted sand. Molten metal is then poured
into the mold, allowed to cool and solidify, and the mold is removed to reveal the final product.

![Sand Casting Diagram][] b. Die Casting: Die casting involves injecting molten metal into a reusable
steel mold called a die. The metal solidifies quickly, and the die is opened to remove the casting. ![Die
Casting Diagram][] c. Investment Casting: This process uses a wax pattern that is coated with a
refractory ceramic material. The wax is melted out, and the remaining ceramic shell is filled with molten
metal. After solidification, the ceramic shell is broken away, leaving behind the final product. !
[Investment Casting Diagram][]2. Forming: a. Sheet Metal Bending: In this process, a sheet of metal is
bent into a desired shape using specialized tools and machines. The metal is clamped and bent over a
die until the desired angle or curve is achieved. ![Sheet Metal Bending Diagram][] b. Extrusion:
Extrusion involves forcing a heated material, such as plastic or metal, through a shaped opening called a
die. The material takes on the shape of the die as it passes through, resulting in a continuous profile. !
[Extrusion Diagram][] c. Deep Drawing: Deep drawing is a process used to form sheet metal into a
three-dimensional shape, such as a cup or a can. The metal sheet is clamped and pulled into a die cavity
using a punch, creating the desired shape. ![Deep Drawing Diagram][]3. Machining: a. Turning:
Turning is a machining process where a cutting tool is used to remove material from a rotating
workpiece. This creates a cylindrical shape with precise dimensions. ![Turning Diagram][] b. Milling:
Milling involves using a rotating cutting tool to remove material from a stationary workpiece. The tool
moves in multiple directions to create complex shapes and features. ![Milling Diagram][] c. Drilling:
Drilling is the process of creating holes in a workpiece using a rotating cutting tool. The tool applies axial
force and rotates to remove material and create the desired hole. ![Drilling Diagram][]4. Joining: a.
Welding: Welding is a process of joining two or more pieces of metal by melting them together. The
molten metal solidifies, creating a strong bond between the parts. ![Welding Diagram][] b. Soldering:
Soldering is a process that uses a low-melting-point metal alloy called solder to join two or more metal
parts. The solder is heated and applied to the joint, forming a bond as it solidifies. ![Soldering Diagram]
[] c. Adhesive Bonding: Adhesive bonding involves using an adhesive or glue to join two materials
together. The adhesive is applied to the surfaces, and pressure is applied until the adhesive cures and
forms a strong bond. ![Adhesive Bonding Diagram][]5. Additive Manufacturing: a. Fused Deposition
Modeling (FDM): FDM is a 3D printing process where a thermoplastic filament is extruded layer by layer
to create a three-dimensional object. ![FDM Diagram][] b. Selective Laser Sintering (SLS): SLS uses a
high-powered laser to selectively fuse powdered material, such as plastic or metal, to create a solid
object layer by layer. ![SLS Diagram][] c. Stereolithography (SLA): SLA involves using a laser to
selectively cure a liquid photopolymer resin, solidifying it layer by layer to create a 3D object. ![SLA
Diagram][]6. Molding: a. Injection Molding: Injection molding is a process where molten plastic is
injected into a mold cavity under high pressure. The plastic cools and solidifies, and the mold is opened
to eject the final product. ![Injection Molding Diagram][] b. Blow Molding: Blow molding is used to
create hollow plastic objects, such as bottles or containers. A molten plastic tube, called a parison, is
inflated using compressed air, taking the shape of the mold cavity. ![Blow Molding Diagram][] c.
Rotational Molding: Rotational molding involves rotating a mold filled with powdered plastic material in
an oven. The plastic melts and coats the interior of the mold, forming the desired shape as it cools. !
[Rotational Molding Diagram][]Please note that the provided diagrams are placeholders and do not
depict actual manufacturing processes.

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