Applied Mechanics (3e)

This fully revised and updated third edition introduces the basic principles of applied mechanics. The book brings together the principles of statistics and dynamics with regard to forces, thermo- and gas-dynamics and fluid flow.

1. Statics.
2. Frameworks.
3. Friction.
4. Velocity And Acceleration.
5. Inertia And Change Of Motion.
6. Motion In A Circle.
7. Balancing.
8. Periodic Motion.
9. Dynamics Of Rotation.
10. Work, Energy And Power.
11. Impulse And Momentum.
12. Aircraft And Rockets.
13. Direct Stress And Strain.
14. Mechanical Properties Of Materials.
15. Shear And Torsion.
16. Shear Force And Bending Moment.
17. Bending Of Beams.
18. Combined Bending And Direct Stress.
19. Fluid At Rest.
20. Fluid In Motion.
21. Experimental Errors And The Adjustment Of Data.

• Problems updated where necessary and in some cases replaced.
• New edition in larger format and all the line diagrams redrawn.
• Coverage of the basic principles of satellites, aircraft, rockets and helicopters extended with further descriptive work, diagrams and examples.
• Brings together in the exercises the principles of statics and dynamics with regard to forces, thermo- and gas-dynamics and fluid flow.
• Each topic supported by worked examples followed by list of problems for practice.
• Practical aspects of engineering emphasised as well as implications for design and safety.
• Mathematical formulae is kept to a minimum.
• Covers basic principles of statics, dynamics, strength of materials and fluid flow
• Covers BTEC NIII Engineering Science unit.
• FREE overhead masters for adopters of text.