Synopses & Reviews
Robert L. Norton's fifth edition of
DESIGN OF MACHINERY continues the tradition of this best-selling book through its balanced coverage of analysis and design and outstanding use of realistic engineering examples. Through its reader-friendly style of writing, clear exposition of complex topics, and emphasis on synthesis and design, the text succeeds in conveying the art of design as well as the use of modern tools needed for analysis of the kinematics and dynamics of machinery. Topics are explained verbally and visually, often through the use of software, to enhance student understanding.
Accompanying each copy of the book is an updated DVD that includes the LINKAGES software package, updated DYNACAM, as well as ENGINE and MATRIX programs. Additionally, the DVD contains many videos and classroom resources to help instructors and students.
Table of Contents
Part I Kinematics of Mechanisms 1 Introduction 2 Kinematics Fundamentals 3 Graphical Linkage Synthesis 4 Position Analysis 5 Analytical Linkage Synthesis 6 Velocity Analysis 7 Acceleration Analysis 8 Cam Design 9 Gear Trains Part II Dynamics of Machinery 10 Dynamics Fundamentals 11 Dynamic Force Analysis 12 Balancing 13 Engine Dynamics 14 Multicylinder Engines 15 Cam Dynamics 16 Cam-and Servo-Driven Mechanisms Appendix A Computer Programs Appendix B Material Properties Appendix C Geometric Properties Appendix D Spring Data Appendix E Coupler Curve Atlases Appendix F Answers to Selected Problems Appendix G Equations for Under-or Overbalanced Multicylinder Engines Index DVD Catalog