Fundamentals of Machine Component Design presents a thorough introduction to the concepts and methods essential to mechanical engineering design, analysis, and application. In-depth coverage of major topics, including free body diagrams, force flow concepts, failure theories, and fatigue design, are coupled with specific applications to bearings, springs, brakes, clutches, fasteners, and more for a real-world functional body of knowledge. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are strengthened through a graphical procedural framework, enabling the effective identification of problems and clear presentation of solutions.
Solidly focused on practical applications of fundamental theory, this text helps students develop the ability to conceptualize designs, interpret test results, and facilitate improvement. Clear presentation reinforces central ideas with multiple case studies, in-class exercises, homework problems, computer software data sets, and access to supplemental internet resources, while appendices provide extensive reference material on processing methods, joinability, failure modes, and material properties to aid student comprehension and encourage self-study.
Part 1 Fundamentals
1 Mechanical Engineering Design in Broad Perspective
2 Load Analysis
3 Materials
4 Static Body Stresses
5 Elastic Strain, Deflection, and Stability
6 Failure Theories, Safety Factors, and Reliability
7 Impact
8 Fatigue
9 Surface Damage
Part 2 Applications
10 Threaded Fasteners and Power Screws
11 Rivets, Welding, and Bonding
12 Springs
13 Lubrication and Sliding Bearings
14 Rolling-Element Bearings
15 Spur Gears
16 Helical, Bevel, and Worm Gears
17 Shafts and Associated Parts
18 Clutches and Brakes
19 Belts, Chains, and Other Components
20 Micro/Nanoscale Machine Elements
21 Machine Component Interrelationships?A Case Study
22 Design and Fabrication of the Mechanical Systems for a Remote Control Car?A Design Project Case Study
A Units
B Properties of Sections and Solids
C Material Properties and Uses
D Shear, Moment, and Deflection Equations for Beams
E Fits and Tolerances
F MIL-HDBK-5J, Department of Defense Handbook: Metallic Materials and Elements for Aerospace Vehicle Structures
G Force Equilibrium: A Vectorial Approach
H Normal Distributions
I S-N Formula
J Gear Terminology and Contact-Ratio Analysis