Analysis of Divergence formatIsbn:Softcover 9781461274674 Faidutti (Geneva) 9783642096402 Faidutti (Geneva) The purpose of the Conference was to present and discuss topics dealing with the optimization of product design and manufacturing processes with particular attention to (1) the analysis and optimum design of mechanical parts and mechanisms (2) the modeling of forming processes (3) the development of computer aided manufacturing tools (4) the methodological aspects of integrated design and manufacturing in adapted technical and human environments A certain number of papers were presented that later appeared individually in such journals as the Proceedings of the AMS The principal theme for the fourth meeting (June 1 10