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This book gives freshman engineering students a solid foundation for all their future coursework. It provides an overview to the engineering profession and of the skills they will need to develop, as well as an introduction to fundamental engineering topics such as thermodynamics, rate processes, and Newton's laws. An important aspect of the book's approach is the method of Engineering Accounting, which casts the basic conservation laws (e.g., of energy or mass) as simple "accounting" procedures. This is a unifying concept that facilitates problem-solving across all engineering disciplines. ... Read more

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Porter Books
The item I received was in excellent condition. Surprised to get something of this quality. ... Read more

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The fourth edition of The Mechanical Design Process combines a practical overview of the design process with case material and real-life engineering insights. Ullman's work as an innovative designer comes through consistently, and has made this book a favorite with readers.

This book conveys the "flavor" of design, addressing both traditional engineering topics as well as real-world issues like creative thinking, synthesis of ideas, visualization, teamwork, sense of customer needs and product success factors, and the financial aspects of design alternatives, in a practical and motivating manner.New in this edition are examples from industry and over twenty online templates that help students prepare complete and consistent assignments while learnign the material.

This text is appropriate primarily for the Senior Design course taken by mechanical engineering students, though it can also be used in design courses offered earlier in the curriculum. Working engineers also find it to be a readable, practical overview of the modern design process. ... Read more

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The 'standard' for mechanical engineering design texts
A nice overview of the engineering design process.What is really nice is that the author includes a few examples per chapter--many design texts do not take this extra step.

One really good aspect of the text is that the topics flow well for a Capstone Design class.Even QFD is explained in detail without getting too bogged down with the different uses it could have.Though, the author did not explain exactly *how* to use QFD in the design process, there was plenty of detail for a good introduction.

It would be helpful to have problem assignments, to make the text more like a classroom text.But again, most design texts have difficulty taking this approach.

The irony with my review:I was a grad student when Ullman's 1st and 2nd editions were out, and I saw many omissions I would have liked to have filled (particularly on DFM and QFD).Now, as the capstone design professor at a small university, I see how difficult it can be to lay out a textbook on this topic (because I have tried!). The author did a fine job of it.

Important Design Fundamentals - Explained Clearly
This text has fast become a favorite at our company; reminding our engineers of some of the key fundamentals of the machine design process.As designers of advanced machine design software technologies, Dr. Ullman's book has inspired the team resulting in valuable brainstorm sessions and innovations.All have found this text to be a great and engergizing read.

I highly recommend this text and am glad that my son will have the opportunity of using it in his mechanical engineering studies at college.

waste of paper
The paper used for this book would be better used as toilet paper. It is a collection of general observations and data fron old projects that was out of date when it was written. Any designer with a couple years experience could have written a better book in their sleep.

Detailed book for Mechanical Design Process
Ullman provides an easy to understand text on an extremely detailed subject matter. I used it in a sophomore design class to get an overview of the mechanical design process and will use it again for senior capstone design. The text starts off using techniques/tools we're already familiar with and segways into more detailed and specific methods of concept development. The bicycle example does a great job of showing a designer's thought process and is a good inclusion to the book. Also, it helps that Ullman knows how to get to the point.

However, some of the charts are difficult to grasp, and the material on cost and marketing are a bit dull. Although, that's probably due to the subject and not the author. ... Read more

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Designed for the general engineering student, Introduction to Engineering Materials, Second Edition focuses on materials basics and provides a solid foundation for the non-materials major to understand the properties and limitations of materials. Easy to read and understand, it teaches the beginning engineer what to look for in a particular material, offers examples of materials usage, and presents a balanced view of theory and science alongside the practical and technical applications of material science.

Completely revised and updated, this second edition describes the fundamental science needed to classify and choose materials based on the limitations of their properties in terms of temperature, strength, ductility, corrosion, and physical behavior. The authors emphasize materials processing, selection, and property measurement methods, and take a comparative look at the mechanical properties of various classes of materials. Chapters include discussions of atomic structure and bonds, imperfections in crystalline materials, ceramics, polymers, composites, electronic materials, environmental degradation, materials selection, optical materials, and semiconductor processing. Filled with case studies to bring industrial applications into perspective with the material being discussed, the text also includes a pictorial approach to illustrate the fabrication of a composite. 

Consolidating relevant topics into a logical teaching sequence, Introduction to Engineering Materials, Second Edition provides a concise source of useful information that can be easily translated to the working environment and prepares the new engineer to make educated materials selections in future industrial applications. ... Read more

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Plesha, Gray, and Costanzo’s Engineering Mechanics: Statics & Dynamics presents the fundamental concepts, clearly,in a modern context using applications and pedagogical devices that connect with today’s students.

The text features a five-part problem-solving methodology that is consistently used throughout all example problems. This methodology helps students lay out the steps necessary to correct problem-formulation and explains the steps needed to arrive at correct and realistic solutions. Once students have fully mastered the basic concepts, they are taught appropriate use of modern computational tools where applicable.

Further reinforcing the text's modern emphasis, the authors have brought engineering design considerations into selected problems where appropriate. This sensitizes students to the fact that engineering problems do not have a single answer and many different routes lead to a correct solution.

The first new mainstream text in engineering mechanics in nearly twenty years, Plesha, Gray, and Costanzo’s Engineering Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics will help your students learn this important material efficiently and effectively. ... Read more

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ug Statics
I am guessing you are buying this book because it is cheaper then the school bookstore, soo...The cool thing about this book is the thermometer a long side each problem to help you scale whether you are doing ok in the subject or should get help. It's a generic statics book, gives examples and definitions. For me the difficult part was bridging the gap between the examples and the more difficult problems, but this is with any statics book. Good first edition but wished my teachers waited for the second edition.

Good luck my friend ... Read more

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Engineers use math and science to design, build, and help things that move. They utilize specific laws of physics and motion that apply to every object on the planet. These laws cover things like force and motion, density and pressure, and dimensions and measurements. For more information on engineers, read Robert Fulton: Engineer of the Steamboat, another book in the Mission: Science series. ... Read more

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Using the most up-to-date information, this book provides a practical approach to designing machine elements in the context of complete mechanical design.Covering some of the primary machine elements such as belt drives, chain drives, gears, shafts, keys, couplings, seals, and rolling contact bearings. It also covers plain surface bearings, linear motion elements, fasteners, springs, machine frames, bolted connections, welded joints, electric motors, controls, clutches, and brakes.This book is for any individual design professional for which a practical approach to mechanical design, based on sound engineering principles, is desired. ... Read more

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Very useful book
I agree with Ryan Siefring, who reviewed this book:

It's a great overview of all elements in a mechanical design and the calculations necessary to make sure those elements do not fail under load.
The book is written in a way that makes it easy to use. Just the right blend of explanation, calculation, and Graphs are used to provide the user with an excellent resource for many years of engineering work. I would add that the book is very illustrative having plenty of figures and tables.

OK
The book was listed as new and did arrive quickly wrapped in plastic. However the corners of the book were bent significantly at one end, significantly reducing its resale value.

Mechanical Elements in Machine Design
I had to purchase this book for a college machine design class I am taking and it is pretty east to understand

Machine Elements in Mechanical Design is a great work!
I really have enjoyed using this book. It's a great overview of all elements in a mechanical design and the calculations necessary to make sure those elements do not fail under load.
The book is written in a way that makes it easy to use.Just the right blend of explanation, calculation, and Graphs are used to provide the user with an excellent resource for many years of engineering work.I love this book and find it very valuable to have in collection of mechanical engineering books.

Excellent book for a working machine designer
I bought this book to get the basics of machine design and I am very happy with it.It has the basic stuff that you need to design mechanical devices.It covers the material very thoroughly and it does not blow you away with advanced math.Highly recommended. ... Read more

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Maintaining the interdisciplinary perspective of the first edition, this reference and text provides comprehensive discussions of all aspects of fiber-reinforced composites, including materials, mechanics, properties, test methods, manufacturing and design. Written from a conceptual point of view and emphasizing fundamentals, the second edition of Fiber Reinforced Composites offers updated and expanded sections including: fibers and matrix, including thermoplastic matrices; discontinuous fibers and laminated structures; static mechanical properties, fatigue properties and damage tolerance; resin flow, bag molding, filament winding and resin transfer molding; and environmental effects. ... Read more

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Good Book
This book is having few errors in each chapter.So go for the next edition of this book printed in 2007.

good overview of composites
This is a good overview of composites. The chapter on mechanics could be rewritten using matrices which would eliminate many formulas.

Overall a very good book ... Read more

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Stay Up to Date on the Latest Issues in Maintenance Engineering

The most comprehensive resource of its kind, Maintenance Engineering Handbook has long been a staple for engineers, managers, and technicians seeking current advice on everything from tools and techniques to planning and scheduling. This brand-new edition brings you up to date on the most pertinent aspects of identifying and repairing faulty equipment; such dated subjects as sanitation and housekeeping have been removed.

Maintenance Engineering Handbook has been advising plant and facility professionals for more than 50 years. Whether you're new to the profession or a practiced veteran, this updated edition is an absolute necessity.

New and updated sections include:

• Belt Drives, provided by the Gates Corporation
• Repair and Maintenance Cost Estimation
• Ventilation Fans and Exhaust Systems
• 10 New Chapters on Maintenance of Mechanical Equipment

  Inside:

  • Organization and Management of the Maintenance Function • Maintenance Practices • Engineering and Analysis Tools • Maintenance of Facilities and Equipment • Maintenance of Mechanical Equipment • Maintenance of Electrical Equipment • Instrumentation and Reliability Tools • Lubrication • Maintenance Welding • Chemical Corrosion Control and Cleaning ... Read more

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This Practice Problems with Solutions was written to accompany Engineering Fluid Mechanics by Clayton Crowe. It helps to build a stronger for students through practice, since connecting the math and theory of fluid mechanics to practical applications can be a difficult process. Simple and effective examples show how key equations are utilized in practice, and step-by-step descriptions provide details into the processes that engineers follow. ... Read more

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A focused look at the principles and applications of thermodynamics

Offering a concise, highly focused approach, Sonntag and Borgnakke's Introduction to Engineering Thermodynamics, 2nd Edition is ideally suited for a one-semester course or the first course in a thermal-fluid sciences sequence.

Based on their highly successful text, Fundamentals of Thermodynamics, Introduction to Engineering Thermodynamics, 2nd Edition covers both fundamental principles and practical applications in a more student-friendly format. The authors guide students, from readily measured thermodynamic properties through basic concepts like internal energy, entropy, and the first and second laws, up through brief coverage of psychrometrics, power cycles, and an introduction to combustion and heat transfer.

Highlights of the Second Edition
* New chapter on Chemical Reactions.
* Revised coverage of heat transfer, with a stronger emphasis on applications.
* New Concept Checkpoints, which allow students to test themselves on how well they understand concepts just presented.
* How-to sections at the end of most chapters, which answer commonly asked questions.
* Revised examples, illustrations, and homework problems, as well as a large number of new problems.
* ThermoNet online tutorials, with accompanying graphics, animations, and video clips. Available online with the registration code in this text.
* Computer-Aided Thermodynamic Tables 2 Software (CATT2) by Claus Borgnakke, provides automated table lookup and interpolation of property data for a wide variety of substances. Available for download on the text's website. ... Read more

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Only good for reference tables in the back...just xerox.
I bought it for my class and ended up only using it for the index tables in the back. If your teacher asks you to buy it for a thermodynamics class, unless your teacher xeroxes the reference tables for the substances in the back, which mine did end up doing, you're kind of stuck with this book, if only for those index tables (which you will most likely need for homework).

As for the actual book, and reading it...no. I didn't bother. One, it's not a textbook that easily facilitates the learning of Thermodynamics, and two, you waste time you should spend doing thermodynamics problems by reading the TEXT.

For my class we ended up going by our teacher's lectures and the practice we got from homework to learn the material. Aside from the reference tables in the back, the book didn't help. This would be a legitimately good purchase if it was only the reference tables, otherwise, have fun not using or needing 4/5 of the book.

Good introductory text
This is a good introductory text, covering both very theoretical derivations and many practical problems related to real world performance of thermodynamic devices (ICs, VCCs, etc).It provides a reasonably sized group of tables for many common gases and refrigerants as an appendix, in both English and Metric units.Having taken a course from the author using the book, I can say that it presents the material in a way well suited for a 1st and 2nd level thermodynamics course. ... Read more

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Great Book on Reliability
A great book on the topic. This is a quality book on the topic. It addresses the math behind the number in clear enough language that it can be understood. I use this book regularly in my work. ... Read more

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This book retains the pedagogical strengths that made the previous editions so popular, including the use of real data in the examples. Topics include nonparametric statistics, a section on p-values in hypothetical testing, coverage of residual analysis, and more material on quality control and experiment design. Provides chapter introductions, including interesting historical information ... Read more

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Excellent book for review
This book was very helpful for me to review the subject.It is clear and well written with plenty of problems.I would personally prefer more example problems and more work problems with solutions, but it is getting harder and harder to find that these days.

very helpful
I'm an engineer, I've been out of school for 3 years and I bought this book for my first grad class.The book itself is like most textbooks... reading it will put you to sleep.However this book was great for learning the material.My professor is extremely hard to understand and not very helpful in lecture.Basically I taught myself the material from this book and passed with an A.

Still not there yet for engineers
I bought this book for one of my project and read most of its chapters. I feel that this book may be good for student in engineering major but sure not good enough for engineers.

Outstanding Reference Source for Industrial and Quality Mgrs
A must have for the industrial engineer and quality professional.Montgomery and Hines present an excellent piece that is well organized, comprehensive and stocked full of real world examples. A must have for your reference books and library. ... Read more

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The complete day-to-day mechanical engineering drawing reference guide. Focusing on the technical drawing aspect of mechanical engineering design, the book shows exactly how to create technical drawings to a professional standard. The book has been created to the latest ISO (The International Organization for Standardization) drawing standards, the worldwide federation of national standards bodies. This makes the book invaluable for anyone creating or interpreting technical drawings throughout the world. Essential for designers, draftsmen, CAD users, engineers, technicians, inspection and workshop professionals, engineering students, hobbyists and inventors. · 'As drawn' dimensioning examples given in all sections of the book · 2D and 3D graphics throughout · Simply arranged and quick to use. ... Read more

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Quick & Easy Learning Tool
Paul Green's book includes numerous pictorial, isometric (3D) drawings, and 2D drawings with dimensions of the same parts so you can understand the concepts of the dimensions and their tolerances.I found it more complete than a couple of others I have tried.It not only covers Geometric Tolerances but also standard practice for a large number of part drawing detailing standards.I'm a senior engineer and have check 1000's of drawings over my 40 year career.Reasonable price= good value. ... Read more

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Enough to enlighten, enough to want another book!
Frankly, I have expected a little more of this book... It is fairly thin. But after reading through it, it really shows concepts and side remarks on many mechanical parts.

Majorly, it is filled with really fundamental parts, like basic gears and pulleys. It is something that I do not consider worth of buying. But, there are also parts and mechanical solutions to various problems that really are genius. Described are parts of old steam engines, various couplings and clutches, clockwork parts, and some oddities. Also, there are few mechanical marvels described for which alone the book would pay itself out.

All put together, for just a few $$ I got a book that gave me some useful ideas and solutions for my projects. On the other hand, Now I am planning of buying bigger book... Maybee I should have done just that in the beginning :)

Just what I was looking for
Exactly what I was looking for. Enough detail to allow me to implement the movements.

Fascinating Book
I agree with a lot of what has been written, it is small print, with small photographs that were quite obviously taken a long time ago, however the lines are crisp and clean - possibly digitally retouched - and the print isn't as small as some novels that I have read. It is completely readable, and the diagrams are very easy to understand. Granted, I have had a small background in reading design templates for theatre and one architecture class so I know, in a general sense, what different circles and gear shapes are supposed to mean. This book is not designed for the absolute beginner at mechanics, but then again it isn't meant to be. It also isn't designed for the expert, because an expert should already know this stuff. This is an advanced beginner or beginning intermediate level book, expanding on what you already know, without being overly complicated.
Also, the designs just look cool. Great coffee table book, and gave me a few ideas for simplifying things around the house too. A good buy.

507...But you may need a dictionary?
A broken down version of almost any link or leverage device known in simplistic forum of the time.
Only,you may need a College Dictionary to get the Full Flavor of the info discribed.Some words vage.
Found it very usefull and not too complicated for those who need a 'booster shot' of designs
and how to integrate them.I'd recomend this version to anybody looking for that sometimes
needed way to finish an unfinished invention that needs help.Very Satisfied!

Great book; mediocre printing
The copyright on the original book is, of course, expired, so several publishers have printings available.This one uses what seems like pretty cheap paper; more significantly, the pages are printed at an unusually small size - I have to believe it's been reduced from the original.The text is on the border of what my 40-year-old eyes can make out.Some of the figures appear to have some handwritten marks on them.

So, all in all, this printing feels like a photocopy, with some size reduction.The content is wonderful, and I've already learned a lot from it. ... Read more

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"Introduction to Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, 7/e", presents comprehensive coverage of the subject of thermodynamics from a chemical engineering viewpoint. The text provides a thorough exposition of the principles of thermodynamics and details their application to chemical processes. The chapters are written in a clear, logically organized manner, and contain an abundance of realistic problems, examples, and illustrations to help students understand complex concepts. New ideas, terms, and symbols constantly challenge the readers to think and encourage them to apply this fundamental body of knowledge to the solution of practical problems. The comprehensive nature of this book makes it a useful reference both in graduate courses and for professional practice. The seventh edition continues to be an excellent tool for teaching the subject of chemical engineering thermodynamics to undergraduate students. ... Read more

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great!
i received the book in the shortest amount of days possible right in time for the big test.

Most Established Thermo text is also most up to date
In the new 7th edition I saw for the first time an equation of state explicit for density.

A fundamental text !
As Chemical Engineering demands from you three Thermodynamics , this book is for you . I do not remember any other book so well written and with so clear explanation about the fugacity concepts for instance . The solved problems about the first and second law of Thermodynamics are extraordinary .
After you are engaged with this text you will forget your teacher without missing him .

Useless
Ok, so i am a chemical engineering student, and this is supposed to be the textbook. Which allegedly would later on make it a forced reference for a student. However, the only useful information is the steam tables, because the properties and other things are insufficient, trust me, the book has sitted on my shelf unused for a year and a half. I have not sold it because no one here would buy it. The explanations are poor. If you want to know about thermodynamics, this is really not your book, I would rather recommend a Fisicochemistry book.

As for properties tables and the such, well, the information you are really going to use is all summed up in the Chemical Engineer's Handbook, which is a must for any ChE, even if you're just a student (believe me, it has saved me a lot of times).

Old, outdated classic cant compete with modern thermo books!
Although the book is totally introductory, it does *not* serve well to teach you something. Contents, concepts, structure, didactics, writing style and layout are more than obsolete: this text is the worst US-textbook on thermo ever (engineering thermo/chemical thermo/chemical engineering thermo), believe me! If you do not share my opinion, then it must be due to your absolute ignorance regarding this field or your pretended incompetence. This book is neither worth buying, owning, working with, nor looking at. Do not waste your time with this superficial and totally introductory, conveying-nothing text. The reason why this has been a best-seller from the late 1940's to the late 1980's (four decades!) is its age: it has been the *very* first, (c)1949, and thus, the most well-known, popular book on chem eng thermo. 'The eldest' is always being respected the most ("a classic"), but this does not mean that a best-selling classic is the best. Forget this outdated title of the (outdated?) McGraw-Hill Chemical Engineering Series and profit from the new fresh look and uptodate, modern approach taken by competitive book series (Wiley, Prentice Hall, Wiley-Interscience, and...McGraw-Hill ;). Smith's 6th edition book is an incredibly poor monograph! And by the way, it is rather a treatment of Engineering Thermodynamics than a treatment of Chemical (Engineering) Thermodynamics!! Since this obsolete classic cannot compete with the new titles, I give a 2-stars rating only. 50 years ago, Smith was the de facto standard intro text (and it remains an "Introducation" throughout the 800 pages!), now this has changed.
Please also read my pos reviews of thermo books by Stanley I. Sandler 1999 (for advanced learners), Noel de Nevers 2002 (for beginners), and Stanley M. Walas 1985 (for workers). For a complete listing of relevant thermo titles have a look at table 8-1, pages 8.2-8.4, in Poling/Prausnitz/O'Connell 5th ed. c2001. ... Read more

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A frequently misunderstood technology, die casting is considered the shortest route between raw material and near net shape. For many decades, high pressure die casting was viewed as an art based upon "seat of the pant" strategies. However, many of these crude reactions actually worked because the fundamental process is quite forgiving of eccentricities. Exploring these reactions with scientific logic, Die Casting Engineering presents a broad study of each procedure in the die casting process and clearly outlines its basic science and principles.

This guide is written in a reader-friendly and logical format by an experienced authority in quality and productivity enhancement, tooling design, metal feed system analysis, temperature management, and environmental regulation. While its scope is broad and covers the many facets of die casting, the book's main focus is on function, problem identification and solution, and strategic logic. Generously illustrated, it provides a comprehensive explanation of why high pressure die casting is reliable, predictable, and teachable. ... Read more

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This textbook fits courses on mechanical behavior of materials in mechanical engineering and materials science and includes numerous examples and problems. It emphasizes quantitative problem solving. This text differs from others because the treatment of plasticity emphasizes the interrelationship of the flow, effective strain, and effective stress and their use in conjunction with yield criteria to solve problems. The treatment of defects is new, as is the analysis of particulate composites. Schmid's law is generalized for complex stress states. Its use with strains allows for prediction of R-values for textures. Of note is the treatment of lattice rotations related to deformation textures. The chapter on fracture mechanics includes coverage of Gurney's approach. Among the highlights in this new edition are the treatment of the effects of texture on properties and microstructure in Chapter 7, a new chapter (12) on discontinuous and inhomogeneous deformation, and the treatment of foams in Chapter 21. ... Read more

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Study faster, learn better, and get top grades

Modified to conform to the current curriculum, Schaum's Outline of Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics complements these courses in scope and sequence to help you understand its basic concepts. The book offers extra practice on topics such as rectilinear motion, curvilinear motion, rectangular components, tangential and normal components, and radial and transverse components. You’ll also get coverage on acceleration, D'Alembert's Principle, plane of a rigid body, and rotation. Appropriate for the following courses: Engineering Mechanics; Introduction to Mechanics; Dynamics; Fundamentals of Engineering.

Features:

• 765 solved problems
• Additional material on instantaneous axis of rotation and Coriolis' Acceleration
• Support for all the major textbooks for dynamics courses

Topics include: Kinematics of a Particle, Kinetics of a Particle, Kinematics of a Rigid Body, Kinetics of a Rigid Body, Work and Energy, Impulse and Momentum, Mechanical Vibrations ... Read more

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Featuring a non-calculus approach, this introduction to applied mechanics book combines a straightforward, readable foundation in underlying physics principles with a consistent method of problem solving. It presents the physics principles in small elementary steps; keeps the mathematics at a reasonable level; provides an abundance of worked examples; and features problems that are as practical as possible without becoming too involved with many extraneous details. This edition features 7% more problems, an enhanced layout and design and a logical, disciplined approach that gives readers a sound background in core statics and dynamics competencies.  The volume addresses forces, vectors, and resultants, moments and couples, equilibrium, structures and members, three-dimensional equilibrium, friction, centroids and center of gravity, moment of inertia, kinematics, kinetics, work, energy, and power and impulse and momentum.  For those interested in an introduction to applied mechanics.

Customer Reviews (5)

Still have not received the product nor a conformation that the item was shipped
Still have not received the product nor a conformation that the item was shipped. Tried to contact seller and no response. I don't suggest you buy anything from this seller.

so many errors whats the point
This book is so full of errors and missing information that it is difficult to know if what you are doing is correct.

Easy to understand, good examples & HW problems
This text explains basic elements of applied mechanics and then gives good detailed examples. There are plenty of good homework problems at the end of each chapter. Some of them are harder than others, but enough information is given in each chapter to solve them. It is very easy to read and a good first book on applied mechanics.

FULL OF ERRORS
This has to be one of the worst text book i've used in all of my semester of schooling. The examples are poor and not related to the questions. There are multiple incorrect answers in the back of the book. Be carefull.

easy to understand
it is very wise of you to show me a step by step guide. ... Read more