"… very valuable knowledge … new procedures to find the root causes of tool failure with accuracy … based on the innovative concepts … the right methodologies and practices to help … selection of the drilling system components to manufacture high-quality products, improve the efficiency of the drilling process and development of the next generation of high-performance (HP) drills."—J. C. Outeiro, Arts et Metiers ParisTech"… explains drilling (science and technology of advanced operations) with high quality and innovation. … a useful reference for academics, researchers, mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineers, and professionals familiar with machining technology."—J. Paulo Davim, University of Aveiro"This book can be used for undergraduate engineering courses (for example, manufacturing, mechanical, materials, etc.) or as a subject on machining and manufacturing at the postgraduate level. It can be used as a course manual for career and vocational training courses and career training classes. … a useful reference for academics; manufacturing and metal cutting researchers; mechanical, manufacturing and materials engineers; and professional in manufacturing and applications of advanced metal cutting tools primarily in the automotive and airspace industries."—Int. J. Machining and Machinability of Materials, Vol. 17, No. 2, 2015