Mechanical Design: Theory and Applications

Mechanical Design: Theory and Applications, Third Edition provides readers with the skills to develop detailed mechanical design skills in the areas of bearings, shafts, gears, seals, belt and chain drives, clutches and brakes, and springs and fasteners. It also includes valuable reference information on codes and regulations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 474 pages
Publication date: 01 July 2021
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Mechanical Design: Theory and Applications, Third Edition serves as an essential guide for engineers seeking to develop their skills in designing and selecting common mechanical engineering components and machine elements. This comprehensive text provides a solid foundation for engineers to practice their craft, covering a wide range of topics such as bearings, shafts, gears, seals, belt and chain drives, clutches and brakes, and springs and fasteners.

The book begins by introducing the fundamental principles of mechanical design and then delves into the detailed methods and calculations required for specifying and designing or selecting components. It provides comprehensive descriptions of methodologies, along with valuable reference information on codes and regulations.

Throughout the text, readers are guided through the process of developing detailed mechanical design skills in the areas of bearings, shafts, gears, seals, belt and chain drives, clutches and brakes, and springs and fasteners. Where standard components are available from manufacturers, the steps necessary for their specification and selection are thoroughly developed. Descriptive and illustrative information is used to introduce principles, individual components, and the detailed methods and calculations that are necessary to specify and design or select a component.

In addition to its comprehensive coverage of methodologies, the book also offers a wealth of valuable reference information on codes and regulations. This includes information on international standards, national and regional standards, and industry-specific standards, ensuring that engineers are up-to-date with the latest requirements and guidelines for mechanical design.

By providing a comprehensive and practical approach to mechanical design, Mechanical Design: Theory and Applications, Third Edition is an invaluable resource for engineers at all levels of experience. Whether you are a student, professional, or researcher, this book will help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the field of mechanical engineering.

Weight: 980g
Dimension: 191 x 232 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780128211021
Edition number: 3 ed