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Mechanical Design Engineering Handbook,

Edition 2

Editors: By Peter Childs, BSc.(Hons), D.Phil, C.Eng, F.I.Mech.E., FASME, FRSA

Publication Date: 07 Dec 2018

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Mechanical Design Engineering Handbook, Second Edition, is a straight-talking and forward-thinking reference covering the design, specification, selection, use and integration of the machine elements that are fundamental to a wide range of engineering applications. This updated edition includes new material on tolerancing, alternative approaches to design, and robotics, as well as references to the latest ISO and US engineering regulations. Sections cover bearings, shafts, gears, seals, belts and chains, clutches and brakes, springs, fasteners, pneumatics and hydraulics, amongst other core mechanical elements. This practical handbook is an ideal shelf reference for those working in mechanical design across a variety of industries.

In addition, it is also a valuable learning resource for advanced students undertaking engineering design modules and projects as part of broader mechanical, aerospace, automotive and manufacturing programs.

Key Features

Presents a clear, concise text that explains key component technology, with step-by-step procedures, fully worked design scenarios, component images and cross-sectional line drawings
Provides essential data, equations and interactive ancillaries, including calculation spreadsheets, to inform decision-making, design evaluation and incorporation of components into overall designs
Includes procedures and methods that are covered to national and international standards where appropriate
New to this edition: flow-charts to help select technology; Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), product, service and system design models, Functional Analysis Diagrams (FADs), Design for Excellence (DFX), Design for MADE, and the process of remanufacture

About the author

By Peter Childs, BSc.(Hons), D.Phil, C.Eng, F.I.Mech.E., FASME, FRSA, Professorial Lead in Engineering Design, Co-Director Energy Futures Lab, Imperial College London, UK

1. Design
2. Specification
3. Ideation
4. Machine elements
5. Journal bearings
6. Rolling element bearings
7. Shafts
8. Gears
9. Spur and helical gear stressing
10. Bevel gears
11. Worm gears
12. Belt and chain drives
13. Clutches and brakes
14. Seals
15. Springs
16. Fastening and power screws
17. Wire rope
18. Pneumatics and hydraulics
19. Tolerancing and precision engineering
20. Mechanisms

Title Reviews

"This practical handbook is an ideal shelf reference for those working in mechanical design across a variety of industries. It provides fundamental equations and understanding of commonly used machine element designs and provides many practical tips for a successful design. It would be a handy book to have if you do any sort of mechanical design work that inovlves the components listed in the book."—IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine

ISBN: 9780081023679

Page Count: 982

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Design engineers working in mechanical engineering, tribology, robotics, energy and power. Students of mechanical, industrial, and manufacturing engineering

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Paul Young

Comprehensive review of different approaches to management and execution of Engineering design projects followed by detailed information relating to the design of mechanical components for use in machines. This serves to bridge the gap between the creative design process and the analytical Engineering analysis required to ensure the design meets the requirements.

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