| Description |
1 online resource (xiii, 546 pages) : illustrations |
| Contents |
Basics of mechanisms -- Motion control systems -- Stationary and mobile robots -- Mechanisms for renewable power generation -- Linkages: drives and mechanisms -- Gears: devices, drives, and mechanisms -- Cam, geneva, and ratchet drives and mechanisms -- Clutches and brakes -- Latching, fastening, and clamping devices and mechanisms -- Chain and belt devices and mechanisms -- Spring and screw devices and mechanisms -- Shaft couplings and connections -- Motion-specific devices, mechanisms, and machines -- Packaging, conveying, handling, and safety mechanisms and machines -- Torque, speed, tension, and limit control systems -- Instruments and controls: pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, and electronic -- 3D digital prototypes and simulation -- Rapid prototyping -- New directions in mechanical engineering |
| 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. -- from Back Cover |
| Notes |
Previous edition: 2007 |
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Includes web resources |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Mechanical movements.
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Mechanical engineering.
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mechanical engineering.
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Mechanical engineering
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Mechanical movements
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9780071704410 |
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0071704418 |
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9781283221313 |
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1283221314 |
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