8.09 – Environmentally friendly Manufacturing Processes in the Context of Transition to Sustainable Production

This article highlights the importance of the sustainable manufacturing technologies in achieving sustainable development objectives. In particular, the machining processes constitute an important manufacturing activity that contributes to the growth of the global economy. The research and the new developments in the machining processes have improved manufacturing performances through higher process productivity, greater parts quality, and advanced tool materials, while the environmentally and health-friendly technologies are becoming increasingly important for achieving cleaner, healthier, and safer manufacturing processes.