Precision engineering and manufacturing issues are becoming ever more important in current and future technologies. New knowledge in this field will aid in the advancement of various technologies that are needed to gain industrial competitiveness. To this end the International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing (IJPEM) aims to disseminate relevant fundamental and applied research works of high quality to the international community through efficient and rapid publication. IJPEM covers original and novel research contributions in all aspects of precision engineering and manufacturing. The journal's specific focus areas include, but are not limited to: - Precision Manufacturing Processes - Measurements and Control - Robotics and Automation - Manufacturing Systems - Design and Materials - Machine Tools - Nano/Micro Technology - Biomechanical Engineering - Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing - Green Manufacturing Technology IJPEM is published bimonthly in the month of February, April, June, August, October and Decemebr. The contents of the journal are classified into three parts: Regular Paper, Short Communication and Review. All papers are peer reviewed by editors and reviewers from all over the world.