Mechanical Engineering Handbook on CD-ROM

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MECHANICS OF SOLIDS
Introduction
Statics
Dynamics
Vibrations
Mechanics of Materials
Structural Integrity and Durability
Comprehensive Example of Using Mechanics of Solids Methods
ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS
Fundamentals
Control Volume Applications
Property Relations and Data
Combustion
Energy Analysis
Vapor and Gas Power Cycles
Guidelines for Improving Thermodynamic Effectiveness
FLUID MECHANICS
Fluid Statics
Equations of Motion and Potential Flow
Similitude: Dimensional Analysis and Data Correlation
Hydraulics of Pipe Systems
Open Channel Flow
External Incompressible Flows
Compressible Flow
Multiphase Flow
Non-Newtonian Flow
Tribology, Lubrication, and Bearing Design
Pumps and Fans
Liquid Atomization and Spraying
Flow Measurement
Micro/Nanotribology
HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
Conduction Heat Transfer
Convection Heat Transfer
Radiation
Phase-Change
Heat Exchangers
Temperature and Heat Transfer Measurements
Mass Transfer
Applications
Non-Newtonian Fluids - Heat Transfer
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Introduction
Fundamentals of Electric Circuits
Resistive Network Analysis
AC Network Analysis
AC Power
Frequency Response, Filters, and Transient Analysis
Electronics
Power Electronics
Operational Amplifiers
Digital Circuits
Measurements and Instrumentation
Electromechanical Systems
MECHANICAL SYSTEM CONTROLS
Human-Machine Interaction
The Need for Control of Mechanical Systems
Control System Analysis
Control System Design and Application
Advanced Control Topics
ENERGY RESOURCES
Introduction
Types of Derived Energy
Fossil Fuels
Biomass Energy
Nuclear Resources
Solar Energy Resources
Wind Energy Resources
Geothermal Energy
ENERGY CONVERSION
Steam Power Plant
Gas Turbines
Internal Combustion Engines
Hydraulic Turbines
Stirling Engines
Advanced Fossil Fuel Power Systems
Energy Storage
Nuclear Power
Nuclear Fusion
Solar Thermal Energy Conversion
Wind Energy Conversion
Energy Conversion of the Geothermal Resource
Direct Energy Conversion
Ocean Energy Technology
Combined Cycle Power Plants
Energy Evaluation and Transformity
AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION
Introduction
Psychrometrics
Air Conditioning Processes and Cycles
Refrigerants and Refrigeration Cycles
Outdoor Design Conditions and Indoor Design Criteria
Load Calculations
Air Handling Units and Packaged Units
Refrigeration Components and Evaporative Coolers
Water Systems
Heating Systems
Refrigeration Systems
Thermal Storage Systems
Air Systems
Absorption Systems
Air Conditioning Systems and Selection
Desiccant Dehumidification and Air Conditioning
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation Planning
Design of Transportation Facilities
Operations and Environmental Impact
Transportation Systems
Alternative Fuels for Motor Vehicles
Electric Vehicles
Intelligent Transportation Systems
ENGINEERING DESIGN
Introduction
Elements of the Design Process
Concept of Domains
The Axiomatic Approach to Design
Algorithmic Approaches to Design
Strategies for Product Design
Design of Manufacturing Systems and Processes
Precision Machine Design
Robotics
Computer-Based Tools for Design Optimization
MATERIALS
Metals
Polymers
Adhesives
Wood
Portland Cement Concrete
Composites
Ceramics and Glass
MODERN MANUFACTURING
Introduction
Unit Manufacturing Processes and Assembly Processes
Essential Elements in Manufacturing Processes and Equipment
Modern Design and Analysis Tools for Manufacturing
Rapid Prototyping
Underlying Paradigms in Manufacturing Systems and Enterprise Management for the 21st Century
ROBOTICS
Introduction
Commercial Robot Manipulators
Robot Configurations
End Effectors and Tooling
Sensors and Actuators
Robot Programming Languages
Robot Dynamics and Control
Planning and Intelligent Control
Design of Robotic Systems
Robot Manufacturing Applications
Industrial Material Handling and Process Applications of Robots
Mobile, Flexible-Link, and Parallel-Link Robots
Computer-Aided Engineering
Introduction
Computer Programming and Computer Architecture
Computational Mechanics
Computer Intelligence
Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Introduction
Benchmarks and Reference Conditions
Sources of Pollution and Regulations
Regulations and Emission Standards
Mitigation of Water and Air Pollution
Environmental Modeling
Global Climate Change
ENGINEERING ECONOMICS AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Engineering Economic Decisions
Establishing Economic Equivalence
Measures of Project Worth
Cash Flow Projections
Sensitivity and Risk Analysis
Design Economics
Project Management
COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Introduction
Network Components and Systems
Communications and Information Theory
Applications
MATHEMATICS
Tables
Linear Algebra and Matrices
Vector Algebra and Calculus
Difference Equations
Differential Equations
Integral Equations
Approximation Methods
Integral Transforms
Calculus of Variations Approximation
Optimization Methods
Engineering and Statistics
Numerical Methods
Experimental Uncertainty Analysis
Chaos
Fuzzy Sets and Logic
PATENT LAW AND MISCELLANEOUS TOPICS
Patents and Other Intellectual Property
Product Liability and Safety
Bioengineering
Mechanical Engineering Codes and Standards
Optics
Water Desalination
Noise Control
Lighting Technology
APPENDICES
Properties of Gases and Vapors
Properties of Liquids
Properties of Solids
SI Units
Miscellaneous