Mechanical Design Handbook, Second Edition: Measurement, Analysis and Control of Dynamic Systems (McGraw Hill Handbooks (Hardcover))

Optimize the efficiency and reliability of machines and mechanical systems Totally redesigned to meet today's mechanical design challenges, this classic handbook provides a practical overview of the complex principles and data associated with the design and control of dynamic mechanical systems. New Chapters on continuous control systems, digital control systems, and optical systems Covers power transmission and control subsystemsReview:This mechanical engineering reference book is the very best of its kind. I use the first edition frequently within my own consulting practice, and find it to be vastly superior to the more popular Mark's and Eschbach's Handbooks. Rothbart's book covers a broad range of mechanical components, systems, and design methods - without sacrificing depth or clarity. To accomplish this, the editors wisely avoid more specialized subjects that are not generally useful across various industries. Each subject is thoughtfully and thoroughly presented. This is definitly an engineer's engineering reference book. It is an excellent resource for those practicing in the field and very much worth the price. Contents 7 Contributors 9 Foreword 11 Preface 13 Acknowledgments 15 Part 1 Mechanical Design Fundamentals 19 Chapter 1. Classical Mechanics 21 Chapter 2. Mechanics of Materials 41 Chapter 3. Kinematics of Mechanisms 121 Chapter 4. Mechanical Vibrations 211 Chapter 5. Static and Fatigue Design 295 Chapter 6. Properties of Engineering Materials 367 Chapter 7. Friction, Lubrication, and Wear 415 Part 2 Mechanical System Analysis 441 Chapter 8. System Dynamics 443 Chapter 9. Continuous Time Control Systems 541 Chapter 10. Digital Control Systems 571 Chapter 11. Optical Systems 593 Chapter 12. Machine Systems 631 Chapter 13. System Reliability 671 Part 3 Mechanical Subsystem Components 695 Chapter 14. Cam Mechanisms 697 Chapter 15. Rolling-Element Bearings 719 Chapter 16. Power Screws 779 Chapter 17. Friction Clutches 791 Chapter 18. Friction Brakes 837 Chapter 19. Belts 871 Chapter 20. Chains 905 Chapter 21. Gearing 917 Chapter 22. Springs 1013 Appendix A. Analytical Methods for Engineers 1047 Appendix B. Numerical Methods for Engineers 1125 Index 1141 A 1141 B 1142 C 1144 D 1149 E 1151 F 1152 G 1154 H 1157 I 1158 J 1159 K 1159 L 1159 M 1160 N 1163 O 1164 P 1164 Q 1166 R 1166 S 1167 T 1172 U 1174 V 1174 W 1176 Y 1177 Z 1177 Publisher's Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Optimize the efficiency and reliability of machines and mechanical systems Totally redesigned to meet today's mechanical design challenges, this classic handbook provides a practical overview of the complex principles and data associated with the design and control of dynamic mechanical systems. Annotation Optimize the efficiency and reliability of machines and mechanical systems Totally redesigned to meet today's mechanical design challenges, this classic handbook provides a practical overview of the complex principles and data associated with the design and control of dynamic mechanical systems. New Chapters on continuous control systems, digital control systems, and optical systems Covers power transmission and control subsystems Totally redesigned to meet the challenges of a new mechanical age, this classic handbook provides a practical overview of the complex principles and data associated with the design and control of dynamic mechanical systems. This second edition had been updated to include: dynamic system analysis and design; Continuous time control systems; Digital control systems; Optical systems; and Power transmission and subsystems. -- from Back Cover Totally redesigned to meet the challenges of a new mechanical engineering age, this classic handbook provides a practical overview of the complex issues associated with the design and control of mechanical systems.