History of Materials Science and Evolution of Manufacturing

Abstract

Objectives of this paper is to examine history of materials science and evolution of manufacturing. The paper examined material science from Stone Age to modern time with their significance role in the development of manufacturing sector in each respective age and the establishment of material science as the field of study led to the development and civilization of mankind, the availability of good quality of materials led to the improve transportation system, tools and equipment for industries, communication, electricity, food, shelter and clothing. Evolution of material science led to the evolution of manufacturing, the selection of material decided of manufacturing process, the selection of technology processes is connected with the materials performance. The study of properties of materials made it easier to select proper manufacturing technology. Based on all the above, it was recommended that Department of Material Science should be well equipped with modern tools and equipment for effective utilization, teachers/researchers should be trained and re-trained in school/colleges across the country.