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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Bibliographic Details
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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Table of Contents:
  • 1.Basics of mechanisms
  • 2. Motion control systems
  • 3. Stationary and mobile robots
  • 4. Mechanisms for renewable power generation
  • 5. Linkages: drives and mechanisms
  • 6. Gears: devices, drives, and mechanisms
  • 7. Cam, Geneva, and ratchet drives and mechanisms
  • 8. Clutches and brakes
  • 9. Latching, fastening, and clamping devices and mechanisms
  • 10. Chain and belt devices and mechanisms
  • 11. Spring and screw devices and mechanisms
  • 12. Shaft couplings and connections
  • 13. Motion-specific devices, mechanisms, and machines
  • 14. Packaging, conveying, handling, and safety mechanisms and machines
  • 15. Torque, speed, tension, and limit control systems
  • 16. Instruments and controls: pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, and electronic
  • 17. 3D digital prototypes and simulation
  • 18. Rapid prototyping
  • 19. New directions in mechanical engineering