Basics of Mechanical Engineering Paperback – January 3, 2007

This is a very comprehensive study book for an aspiring engineer, engineering student, or professional engineer. The book is well-laid-out with many graphs, problems, and descriptions of a numerous quantity of topics. It is split into three topics: Thermodynamics, Engineering Mechanics, and Strength of Materials. Each section has numerous sub-sections and the content is very well done! To see the full table of contents, continue down the review past this part of the review. My only complaint is that it is not a hard-cover book, so after a few times reading through it, it is going to be well worn. However, this book is very well put together and I am impressed with the content that is has! I would highly recommend this book to anyone who needs to gather information about mechanical engineering. If this review was helpful, please click the appropriate button below the review. Thanks, and have a great review. Continue reading to see the full table of contents.Table of Contents:PART I: Thermodynamics1. Fundamental Concepts and Definitions1.1 Thermodynamics1.2 Scope of Thermodynamics1.3 Study of Thermodynamics1.4 Types of Systems1.5 Study of System Matter1.6 Thermodynamic Properties1.7 Thermodynamic Equilibrium1.8 Thermodynamic Processes1.9 Forms of Energy1.10 Enthalpy of an Ideal Gas2. Laws of Thermodynamics2.1 Significance and Scope of Laws2.2 Classification of THermodynamic Processes2.3 First Law of Thermodynamics2.4 First Law Analysis of Processes for Ideal Gas2.5 Summary of Thermodynamic Relations for Non-flow Processes2.6 Steady Flow Processes2.7 Throttling Processes2.8 Steady Flow Energy Equation2.9 Applications of Steady Flow Energy Equation2.10 Performance of Heat Engine2.11 Equivalence of Second Law Statements2.12 Carnot Cycle2.13 Carnot Theorem2.14 Clausius Inequality2.15 Concept of Entropy3. Properties of Steam3.1 Introduction3.2 Applications of Steam3.3 Steam Generation3.4 Important Constants3.5 Thermodynamic Properties of Steam3.6 Mollier Diagram3.7 Vapour Processes3.8 Steam Power Plant3.9 The Carnot Vapour Cycle3.10 The Rankine Cycle3.11 Comparison of a Carnot Cycle and a Rankine Cycle4. Internal Combustion Engine4.1 Introduction4.2 Types of I.C. Engines4.3 Basic Arrangement4.4 Engine Performance4.5 Four-stroke Petrol [gasoline] Engine4.6 Four-stroke Diesel Engine4.7 Comparison of Petrol and Diesel Engines4.8 Two-stroke Petrol Engine4.9 Two-stroke Diesel Engine4.10 Comparison of 4-stroke and 2-stroke Engines4.11 Relative Merits and Demerits of a Two-stroke Engine over a Four-stroke Engine4.12 Air Standard Cycle4.13 Otto Cycle4.14 Diesel CyclePart II: Force and Structure Analysis (Engineering Mechanics)5. Force and Equilibrium5.1 Introduction5.2 Laws of Mechanics5.3 System of Forces5.4 Composition of Forces5.5 Resolution of a Force5.6 Moment of a Force5.7 Principle of Equilibrium5.8 Equilvalent Systems5.9 Support Reactions5.10 Free Body Diagram6. Friction6.1 Introduction6.2 Types of Friction6.3 Coulomb Laws of Friction6.4 Equilibrium of Bodies Involving Dry Friction7. Beams7.1 Introduction7.2 Types of Beams7.3 Statically Determinate Beam7.4 Support Reactions7.5 Shear Force and Bending Moment7.6 Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams7.7 SFD and BMD for Standard Cases8. Trusses8.1 Introduction8.2 Types of Trusses8.3 Analysis of Simple Plane TrussPart III: Stress and Strain Analysis (Strength of Materials)9. Simple and Coumpound Stresses and Strains9.1 Introduction9.2 Loading of an Elastic Material9.3 Shear Stress9.4 Comparasion of Normal and Shear Stress9.5 Stress-strain Curve9.6 Ductile and Brittle Materials9.7 Elastic Constants9.8 Members of Varying Cross-section9.9 Extension of Bar Under Own Weight9.10 Strain Energy9.11 Compound Stress and Strain9.12 Determination of Principal Stresses and Strains9.13 Oblique Stresses9.14 Mohr's Cycle10. Bending and Torsion10.1 Introduction10.2 Theory od Simple Bending10.3 Bending Equation10.4 Section Modulus10.5 Torsion of Shafts of Circular Section10.6 Power Transmission10.7 Assumptions in Pure Torsion of Circular Shafts10.8 Torsional Shear Stress10.9 Torsion Equation for Hollow Circular Shaft10.10 Polar Section Modulus10.11 Strain Energy Due to Torsion10.12 Comparasion of Solid and Hollow Shafts10.13 Comparasion of Bending and Torsion

Nice book. Good value with many good examples and solutions. Recommend for anyone interested in mechanical engineering. I would recommend this to a friend

Good introduction into mechanical engineering covering many topics. It is handy for higher-school or college students intending to study mechanical engineering, but it is not quite the content you would find sufficient for students already enrolled in the program.

If you know some calculus and basic physics, this is a very good book. But it does require some math knowledge to fully understand. This books stresses the transfer of heat into mechanical work. I very highly recommend this book for those with math skills, who work with mechanical things, and for those considering engineering school.

easy to understand with only intermediate level understanding of mechanics. give the math stright to you. and has lots of refernce for many uses. the saler sent a new book happy with the shipping and price.

It's a great product. I am glad I bought it. Thanks a lot.

Focuses on IC engines a lot more than I thought it would. The authors have a long history in the subject and it shows.

Great resource for those looking to pursue mechanical engineering or a great reference for those who are already in the field.