Book description
Advanced Manufacturing for Optical Fibers and Integrated Photonic Devices explores the theoretical principles and industrial practices of high-technology manufacturing. Focusing on fiber optic, semiconductor, and laser products, this book:
- Explains the fundamentals of standard, high-tech, rapid, and additive manufacturing workshops
- Examines the production lines, processes, and clean rooms needed for the manufacturing of products
- Discusses the high-technology manufacturing and installation of fiber optic cables, connectors, and active/passive devices
- Describes continuous improvement, waste reduction through 5S application, and management’s responsibilities in supporting production
- Covers Lean Manufacturing processes, product improvement, and workplace safety, as well as internal/external and ISO auditing
- Offers a step-by-step approach complete with numerous figures and tables, detailed references, and a glossary of terms
- Employs the international system of units (SI) throughout the text
Advanced Manufacturing for Optical Fibers and Integrated Photonic Devices presents the latest manufacturing achievements and their applications in the high-tech sector. Inspired by the author’s extensive industrial experience, the book provides a comprehensive overview of contemporary manufacturing technologies.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- About the Author
- Chapter 1 Workshops
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Chapter 2 Production Lines
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Why Build Production Lines?
- 2.3 Producing Economical Products
- 2.4 Requirements to Build and Design a Production Line
- 2.5 Categories of Manufacturing Lines
- 2.6 Manufacturing Processes
- 2.7 Types of Assembly Lines
- 2.8 Standard Workstations
- 2.9 Principles of Building Successful Production Lines
- 2.10 Consequences of Building Unsuccessful Production Lines
- 2.11 Causes of Day-to-Day Problems
- 2.12 Steps in Long-Term Planning to Solve Production Line Problems
- 2.13 Objectives for Long-Term Planning to Improve the Production Line
- Chapter 3 Manufacturing Procedures
- Chapter 4 Clean Rooms
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Chapter 5 High Manufacturing Technology
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Fiber Optic Cables
- 5.3 Fiber Optic Cable Construction
- 5.4 Plastic Fiber Cables
- 5.5 Light Propagation in Fiber Optic Cables
- 5.6 Types of Fiber Optic Cables
- 5.7 Polarization-Maintaining Fiber Cables
- 5.8 Specialty Fiber Cables
- 5.9 Fiber Cable Fabrication Techniques
- 5.10 Double Crucible Method
- 5.11 Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Processes
- 5.12 Outside Vapor Deposition (OVD)
- 5.13 Vapor Axial Deposition (VAD)
- 5.14 Modified Chemical Vapor Deposition (MCVD)
- 5.15 Plasma Chemical Vapor Deposition (PCVD)
- 5.16 Fiber Drawing
- 5.17 Photonic Crystal Fiber Cables
- 5.18 Microstructure Fiber Cables
- 5.19 Polymer Holey-Fiber Cables
- 5.20 Fiber Cable Inspection and Handling
- 5.21 Manufacturing Fiber Cable Assembly
- 5.22 Light Source Coupling to a Fiber Cable
- 5.23 Launching Light Conditions into Fiber Cables
- 5.24 Applications of Connectors and Splices
- 5.25 Requirements of Connectors and Splices
- 5.26 Fiber Connectors
- 5.27 Fiber Optic Connector Types
- 5.28 Adapters for Different Fiber Optic Connector Types
- 5.29 Fiber Optic Connector Structures
- 5.30 Fiber Optic Connector Assembly Techniques
- 5.31 Fiber Splicing
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Chapter 6 Fiber Optic Cable Types and Installations
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Fiber Optic Cable Types and Applications
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6.3 Fiber Optic Cable Installation Methods
- 6.3.1 Indoor Fiber Optic Cable Installation
- 6.3.2 Cable Installation in Tray and Duct Systems
- 6.3.3 Conduit Installation
- 6.3.4 Pulling Fiber Optic Cable Installation
- 6.3.5 Fiber Optic Cables Direct Burial Installation
- 6.3.6 Fiber Optic Cable Aerial Installation
- 6.3.7 Air-Blown Fiber Cable Installation
- 6.3.8 Other Fiber Cable Installation Methods
- 6.4 Standard Hardware for Fiber Optic Cables
- 6.5 Fiber Optic Cable Test Requirements
- 6.6 How to Install a Fiber Optic Cable
- 6.7 Technique and Apparatus
- 6.8 Fiber Optic Cable Installation Procedure
- Chapter 7 Manufacturing of Passive Fiber Optic Devices
- Chapter 8 Manufacturing of Active Fiber Optic Devices
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Chapter 9 Continuous Improvement in a Production Line
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Understand the Need for Changes
- 9.3 Preparing for the Change
- 9.4 Handling Time
- 9.5 Reducing Packaging and Shipping Times
- 9.6 5S Implementation
- 9.7 Modifications of a Production Line and Product
- 9.8 Reducing Waste
- 9.9 Solving Problems in Manufacturing Lines
- 9.10 Jig Usage in Production Lines
- 9.11 Continuous Improvement Schedule
- 9.12 Standard Work Improvement Process
- 9.13 Continuous Flow Production (CFP)
- 9.14 Basic Elements of Continuous Flow Production
- 9.15 Just-in-Time (JIT)
- 9.16 Characteristics of the Flow Production
- 9.17 Implementation of Continuous Flow Production (CFP)
- 9.18 Benefits of Continuous Flow Production
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Chapter 10 Types of Waste
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Types of Waste
- 10.3 Waste of Inventory
- 10.4 Waste of Overproduction
- 10.5 Waste of Defect
- 10.6 Waste of Inefficient Process
- 10.7 Waste of Waiting
- 10.8 Waste of Materials Transportation/Movement
- 10.9 Waste of Motion
- 10.10 Waste of Rejects
- 10.11 Waste of Person
- 10.12 Other Types of Waste
- 10.13 Waste Reduction Techniques
- 10.14 Waste of Products
- 10.15 Eliminating Waste
- 10.16 Waste Reduction
- 10.17 Enhance Your Waste Reduction Program
- 10.18 Remarks
- Chapter 11 Application of the 5Ss in Manufacturing Lines
- Chapter 12 Management and Employee Responsibilities
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Chapter 13 Lean Manufacturing
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 History of Lean Manufacturing
- 13.3 Key Elements of Lean Manufacturing
- 13.4 Applying Lean Principles (Poka-Yoke)
- 13.5 Key Tools of Lean Manufacturing
- 13.6 Differences between Lean and Conventional Manufacturing
- 13.7 Leadership in Lean Manufacturing
- 13.8 Lean Manufacturing and Waste
- 13.9 Lean Manufacturing Implementation Program
- 13.10 Characteristics of Lean Manufacturing
- 13.11 Application of Lean Manufacturing
- 13.12 Benefits Make Lean Manufacturing Succeed
- 13.13 Advantages of Lean Manufacturing
- 13.14 Disadvantages of Lean Manufacturing
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Chapter 14 Product Improvement
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 Purpose of Product Improvement
- 14.3 Process of Producing Economical Products
- 14.4 Modify Floor Plan
- 14.5 Improving and Optimizing Handling and Process Times
- 14.6 Reduce the Waste of Inventory
- 14.7 Reduce Overproduction
- 14.8 Reduce Defects
- 14.9 Inspection of Incoming Materials
- 14.10 Employee Training
- 14.11 Inspection of Inventory
- 14.12 Reduce Rejects
- 14.13 Using Alternative Materials
- 14.14 Using New Jigs, Devices, and Tools
- 14.15 Using Automation
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Chapter 15 Time Management in a Professional Environment
- 15.1 Introduction
- 15.2 Time Management Best Practices
- 15.3 Establishing Daily Priorities
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15.4 The Myths
- 15.4.1 Hard Work Leads to Success
- 15.4.2 Keep Working and You Will Get More Done
- 15.4.3 Efficiency Leads to Effectiveness
- 15.4.4 Dedication and Commitment Are Essential to Success
- 15.4.5 You Are the Best Person to Do the Job
- 15.4.6 He or She Who Runs Away Lives to Fight Another Day
- 15.4.7 Work Is Its Own Reward
- 15.4.8 Work Was Never Intended to Be Fun
- 15.4.9 It’s My Way or the Highway
- 15.4.10 People Work Best under Pressure
- 15.5 Time Wasters
- 15.6 Time Management Strategies
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Chapter 16 Internal, External, and ISO Auditing
- 16.1 Introduction
- 16.2 Internal Auditing
- 16.3 External Auditing
- 16.4 Auditing Activities
- 16.5 Management’s and Engineers’ Roles
- 16.6 Auditing Annual Planning
- 16.7 Execution of Auditing Activities
- 16.8 Audit Reports
- 16.9 Quality of the Audit Report
- 16.10 Audit Report Strategic Plans
- 16.11 The Difference between Internal and External Audits
- 16.12 The Role of the Internal Auditor
- 16.13 The Role of the External Auditor
- 16.14 International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
- 16.15 Benefits of ISO 9000 Standards
- 16.16 Benchmarking for ISO 9000
- 16.17 Responsibilities of Management
- 16.18 ISO 9000 Employee Expectations
- 16.19 Tips for a Successful ISO 9000 Process
- 16.20 Impact of Technology Changes and ISO 9000
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Chapter 17 High-Tech Manufacturing Safety
- 17.1 Introduction
- 17.2 Personal Protective Safety Equipment (PPSE)
- 17.3 Electrical Safety
- 17.4 Light Sources
- 17.5 Devices and Equipment
- 17.6 Audiovisual and Computer Peripherals
- 17.7 Handling of Fiber Optic Cables
- 17.8 Epoxy Adhesives and Sealants
- 17.9 Cleaning Optical Components
- 17.10 Optic/Optical Fiber Devices and Systems
- 17.11 Cleaning Chemicals
- 17.12 Warning Labels
- 17.13 Laser Safety
- 17.14 Laser Safety Tips
- 17.15 Indoor Air Quality
- 17.16 Other Considerations
- Glossary
- References
- Index
Product information
- Title: Advanced Manufacturing for Optical Fibers and Integrated Photonic Devices
- Author(s):
- Release date: December 2017
- Publisher(s): CRC Press
- ISBN: 9781351830058
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