Mechanisms and mechanical devices sourcebook

Fully revised throughout, this abundantly illustrated reference describes proven mechanisms and mechanical devices. Each illustration represents a design concept that can easily be recycled for use in new or modified mechanical, electromechanical, or mechatronic products. Tutorials on the basics of...

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Main Author: Sclater, Neil (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : McGraw-Hill , c2011
Edition:5th ed
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Online Access:Table of contents only
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Summary:Fully revised throughout, this abundantly illustrated reference describes proven mechanisms and mechanical devices. Each illustration represents a design concept that can easily be recycled for use in new or modified mechanical, electromechanical, or mechatronic products. Tutorials on the basics of mechanisms and motion control systems introduce you to those subjects or act as a refresher. This edition also contains new chapters on mechanisms for converting renewable energy into electrical power, 3D digital prototyping and simulation, and progress in MEMS and nanotechnology based on carbon nanotubes. Also, a new chapter on stationary and mobile robots describes their roles in industry, science, national defense, and medicine. The latest advances in rapid prototyping are also discussed. This practical guide will explain many classical mechanical devices as well as the hot new topics in mechanical engineering
Physical Description:xi, 546 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:0071704426 (hardback : alk. paper)
9780071704427 (hardback : alk. paper)