Mechanical Engineering Principles, 4th Edition

A student-friendly introduction to core mechanical engineering topics.

This book introduces mechanical principles and technology through examples and applications, enabling students to develop a sound understanding of both engineering principles and their use in practice. These theoretical concepts are supported by 400 fully worked problems, 700 further problems with answers, and 300 multiple-choice questions, all of which add up to give the reader a firm grounding on each topic.

Two new chapters are included, covering the basic principles of matrix algebra and the matrix displacement method. The latter will also include guidance on software that can be used via SmartPhones, tablets or laptops. The new edition is up to date with the latest BTEC National specifications and can also be used on undergraduate courses in mechanical, civil, structural, aeronautical and marine engineering, and naval architecture.

A companion website contains the fully worked solutions to the problems and revision tests, practical demonstration videos, as well as a glossary and information on the famous engineers mentioned in the text.

Preface

Part I : Revision of Mathematics
Chapter 1 : Revisionary Mathematics
Chapter 2 : Further Revisionary Mathematics

Part II : Statics and Strength of Materials
Chapter 3 : The Effects of Forces on Materials
Chapter 4 : Tensile Testing
Chapter 5 : Forces Acting at A Point
Chapter 6 : Simply Supported Beams
Chapter 7 : Forces in Structures
Chapter 8 : Bending Moment and Shear Force Diagrams
Chapter 9 : First and Second Moments of Area
Chapter 10 : Bending of Beams
Chapter 11 : Torque
Chapter 12 : Twisting of Shafts
Chapter 13 : An Introduction to Matrix Algebra
Chapter 14 : The Matrix Displacement Method

Part III : Dynamics
Chapter 15 : Linear and Angular Motion
Chapter 16 : Linear Momentum and Impulse
Chapter 17 : Force, Mass and Acceleration
Chapter 18 : Work, Energy and Power
Chapter 19 : Friction
Chapter 20 : Motion in A Circle
Chapter 21 : Simple Harmonic Motion
Chapter 22 : Simple Machines

Part IV : Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics
Chapter 23 : Heat Energy and Transfer
Chapter 24 : Thermal Expansion
Chapter 25 : Hydrostatics
Chapter 26 : Fluid Flow
Chapter 27 : Ideal Gas Laws
Chapter 28 : The Measurement of Temperature

Glossary of Terms
Answers to Multiple-Choice Questions