Mechanical Engineers' Handbook

By Myer Kutz

Book Overview

An up-to-date guide to techniques for solving engineering problems. Includes material not found in other handbooks on the subject, including design optimization, failure analysis of mechanical elements and assemblies, system analysis, group technology in manufacturing, alternative energy sources, energy conservation and recovery, and the latest data on mechanical properties. References all metals and alloys to the unified numbering system as well as ASTM.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 047108817X
• ISBN13: 9780471088172
• Release Date: April 1986
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
• Length: 2352 Pages
• Weight: 5.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 3.1" x 6.5" x 9.7"

Customer Reviews

Recommended

The Mechanical Engineering Handbook provides extensive coverage on the fundamental topics and emerging issues involved in mechanical engineering, from the structure of solids to virtual reality. Each chapter has a detailed table of contents, most contain graphs, figures, references, and a bibliography to aid the reader's comprehension. Several chapters in this handbook were found to be particularly engaging: "What the Law Requires of an Engineer" provides examples and case studies to clarify topics such as hazard analysis; and, "Electronic Information Resources: Your On-line Bookshelf," discusses why tapping into technical information can help engineers avoid mistakes. The final section of the handbook, "Management, Finance, Quality, Law, and Research," strays from the traditional ideas of a professional desk reference. It deals with a variety of topics not dealt with in similar works. For example, the chapter "Managing People" explains motivation and barriers to team performance.

Worthwhile Book

In the realm of Engineering there are so many books which claim to be good references. This one is the one you want to buy. Compare it to Mark's, Lindegberg, Shigley,... and you'll be pleased.