Theory of Machines and Mechanisms

The sixth edition of this textbook is ideal for the study of kinematics and dynamics of machines, with a strong emphasis on intuitive graphical methods and accessible vector analysis. It includes updated coverage, new worked examples, and a solutions manual for instructors.

Format: Hardback
Length: 1000 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

This extensively revised sixth edition of the well-established and highly regarded textbook is an excellent resource for a comprehensive study of the kinematics and dynamics of machines. Emphasizing intuitive graphical methods and accessible approaches to vector analysis, it provides students with the necessary background, notation, and terminology to understand the diverse independent technical approaches in the fields of mechanisms, kinematics, and dynamics. Presented with clarity and coherence, these topics are covered in depth, making the textbook suitable for both undergraduate and graduate students.

The revised edition includes updated coverage, numerous worked examples, and over 840 figures to enhance understanding. Additionally, it features over 620 end-of-chapter problems and a solutions manual for instructors. This comprehensive textbook is an invaluable tool for anyone seeking to gain a deep understanding of the principles and applications of machine kinematics and dynamics.

ISBN-13: 9781009303675
Edition number: 6 Revised edition