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Mechanical Design Engineering Handbook

  • 3rd Edition - September 25, 2024
  • Latest edition
  • Authors: Peter Childs, Marc Masen
  • Language: English

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Description

Mechanical Design Engineering Handbook, Third Edition discusses the mechanical engineering skills that are essential to power generation, production, and transportation. Machine elements such as bearings, shafts, gears, belts, chains, clutches and belts represent fundamental building blocks for a wide range of technology applications. The aim of this handbook is to present an overview of the design process and to introduce the technology and selection of specific machine elements that are fundamental to a wide range of mechanical engineering design applications.

This book includes detailed worked examples for the design and application of machine elements and over 600 images, with line drawings complemented by solid model illustrations to aid understanding of the machine elements and assemblies concerned. The context for engineering and mechanical design is introduced in the first chapter, which also presents a blended design process, incorporating principles from systematic and holistic design, as well as practical project management.

Key features

  • Provides a comprehensive treatment of machine elements, including bearings, gears, shafts, clutches, brakes, belts, chains, springs, wire rope, hydraulics, and pneumatics
  • Presents the design and selection of flow charts
  • Includes over 600 illustrations, presenting the technologies and their implementation
  • Covers detailed, worked examples throughout

Readership

Engineering industry: Professional engineers, Mechanical engineers, Production engineers, Chemical engineers, Automotive engineers, Aerospace engineers, Manufacturing engineers, Tribologists, Designers and experts in mechanical, mechanism designers and machine elements. Undergraduate and postgraduate (bachelors and masters) programmes in: Mechanical engineering, Production engineering, Chemical engineering, Automotive engineering, Vehicle engineering, Motor-sports engineering, Aerospace engineering, Manufacturing engineering, Tribology.

Table of contents

1 Design

1.1 Introduction

1.2 The design process

1.3 Design models

1.3.1 Systematic design

1.3.2 Double diamond

1.3.4 Total and blended design

1.4 Design optimisation

1.5 Design reviews

1.6 The technology base

1.7 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


2 Mechanics of engineering materials

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Materials and mechanics basics

2.3 Loading

2.3.1 Static loading

2.3.2 Dynamic loading

2.4 Deformation and fracture

2.4.1 Deflection

2.4.2 Strain

2.4.3 Stress

2.4.4 Fatigue

2.4.5 Buckling

2.5 Engineering properties

2.5.1 Young's modulus and Poisson's ratio

2.5.2 Yield and Elastic limit

2.5.3 Hardness

2.5.4 Toughness

2.6 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


3 Material selection for performance

3.1 Design for stiffness

3.2 Design for strength

3.3 Design for light weight

3.4 Design for endurance

3.5 Design for corrosion resistance

3.6 Design for recyclability

3.7 Materials

3.7.1 Steel

3.7.2 Aluminium

3.7.3 Plastics

3.7.4 Composites

3.7.5 Ceramics

3.7.6 Natural materials

3.8 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


4 Tribology

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Tribology basics

4.2.1 Surface Roughness

4.2.2 Contact mechanics

4.2.2.1 Elastic contact

4.2.2.2 Contact of rough surfaces

4.2.3 Friction

4.2.3.1 Adhesion

4.2.3.2 Deformation

4.2.4 Lubrication

4.2.4.1 Oils

4.2.4.2 Greases

4.2.4.3 Solid lubricants

4.2.5 Wear

4.2.5 Abrasion

4.2.5.1 Adhesion

4.2.5.2 Surface fatigue

4.2.5.3 Tribo-corrosion

4.2.5.4 Fretting

4.3 Design for efficiency

4.3.1 Friction, lubrication and energy losses

4.3.2 Improving efficiency in mechanical elements

4.3.3 Design of efficient, smooth-running systems

4.4 Design for durability

4.4.1 Wear, surface failure and durability

4.4.1.1 Deformation

4.4.1.2 Wear

4.4.1.3 Fatigue

4.4.1.4 Corrosion

4.4.2 Failure modes

4.4.2.1 Causes of failure

4.4.2.2 Identifying failure modes

4.4.3 Design of durable systems

4.5 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


5 Journal bearings

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Sliding bearings

5.3 Design of boundary-lubricated bearings

5.4 Design of full film hydrodynamic bearings

5.4.1 Design charts for full-film hydrodynamic bearings

5.4.2 Alternative method for the design of full film hydrodynamic bearings

5.5 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


6 Rolling element bearings

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Bearing life and selection

6.2.1 Simple Bearing life equation

6.2.2 Modified life equation

6.3 Bearing installation

6.3.1 Radial location

6.3.2 Preload

6.4 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


7 Shafts

7.1 Introduction to shaft design

7.2 Shaft-hub connection

7.3 Shaft-shaft connection—couplings

7.4 Cams

7.5 Critical speeds and shaft deflection

7.5.1 Macaulay’s method for calculating the deflection of beams

7.5.2 Castigliano’s theorem for calculating shaft deflections

7.6 Analysis of transmission shafting

7.7 Detailed design case study

7.8 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


8 Gears

8.1 Introduction

8.2 Construction of gear tooth profiles

8.3 Gear trains

8.3.1 Manually shifted automotive transmissions

8.3.2 Epicyclic gear trains

8.3.3 Rack and pinion gears

8.4 Tooth systems

8.5 Force analysis

8.5.1 Introduction to gear stresses

8.5.2 Bending stresses

8.6 Simple gear selection procedure

8.7 Condition monitoring

8.8 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


9 Spur and helical gear stressing

9.1 Introduction

9.2 Failure due to contact stresses

9.3 AGMA equations for bending and contact stress

9.4 Gear selection procedure

9.5 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


10 Bevel gears

10.1 Introduction

10.2 Force analysis

10.3 Stress analysis

10.4 Calculation procedure summary

10.5 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


11 Worm gears

11.1 Introduction

11.2 Force analysis

11.3 AGMA equations

11.4 Design procedure

11.5 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


12 Belt and chain drives

12.1 Introduction

12.2 Belt drives

12.2.1 Belt selection

12.2.2 Wedge belt selection

12.2.3 Synchronous belts

12.2.4 Flat belt drives

12.3 Chain drives

12.3.1 Roller chain selection

12.4 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


13 Clutches and brakes

13.1 Introduction

13.2 Clutches

13.2.1 Design of disc clutches

13.3 Brakes

13.3.1 Disc brakes

13.3.2 Drum brakes

13.3.3 Short-shoe external drum brakes

13.3.4 Long-shoe external drum brakes

13.3.5 Long-shoe internal drum brakes

13.3.6 Band brakes

13.4 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


14 Seals

14.1 Introduction to seals

14.2 Static seals

14.3 Dynamic seals

14.4 Labyrinth seals

14.5 Axial and bush seals

14.6 Seals for reciprocating components

14.7 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


15 Springs

15.1 Introduction

15.2 Helical compression springs

15.3 Helical extension springs

15.4 Helical torsion springs

15.5 Leaf springs

15.6 Belleville spring washers

15.7 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


16 Fastening and power screws

16.1 Introduction to permanent and non-permanent fastening

16.2 Threaded fasteners

16.3 Power screws

16.4 Rivets

16.5 Adhesives

16.6 Welding

16.7 Snap fasteners

16.8 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


17 Wire rope

17.1 Introduction

17.2 Wire rope selection

17.3 Wire rope terminations

17.4 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


18 Pneumatics and hydraulics

18.1 Introduction

18.2 Pressure

18.3 Hydraulic pumps

18.4 Air compressors and receivers

18.5 Filters

18.6 Control valves

18.7 Pneumatic and hydraulic actuators

18.8 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature


19 Tolerancing and precision engineering

19.1 Introduction

19.2 Component tolerances

19.2.1 Standard fits for holes and shafts

19.2.2 Interference fits

19.2.3 Machine capability

19.2.4 Geometric tolerancing

19.3 Statistical tolerancing

19.3.1 Sure-fit or extreme variability

19.3.2 Linear functions or tolerance chains

19.3.3 Several independent, uncorrelated random variables

19.3.4 Statistical design techniques and quality assurance

19.4 Precision engineering

19.4.1 Axial compressor clearance case study

19.4.2 Cordless and corded hand tools case study

19.4.3 Robot transmission case study

19.5 Conclusions
References
Nomenclature

Appendix: Tables of material properties

Product details

  • Edition: 3
  • Latest edition
  • Published: September 25, 2024
  • Language: English

About the authors

PC

Peter Childs

Peter Childs, FREng, is the Professorial Lead in Engineering Design and Innovation Design Engineering. He is Professor at Large, Co-Director of the Energy Futures Lab, and was Founding Head of the Dyson School of Design Engineering at Imperial College London. His general interests include creativity, innovation, design, fluid flow and heat transfer, energy and robotics. Prior to his current post at Imperial, he was director of the Rolls-Royce supported University Technology Centre for Aero-Thermal Systems, director of InQbate and professor at the University of Sussex. He has contributed to over 200 refereed journal and conference papers, and several books including the Handbook on Mechanical Design Engineering (Elsevier, 2013, 2019) as well as temperature measurements and rotating flow. He has been principal or co-investigator on contracts totaling over £100 million. He is Editor of the Journal of Power and Energy, Professor of Excellence at MD-H, Berlin, and Chairperson at BladeBUG Ltd and Founder Director and Chairperson at QBot Ltd.
Affiliations and expertise
Professorial Lead in Engineering Design, Co-Director Energy Futures Lab, Imperial College London, UK

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Marc Masen

Dr Marc Masen is Reader in Tribology and Mechanical Engineering Design in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London. He is the Academic Lead in Mechanical Engineering Design. His expertise includes the response of materials to mechanical contact and interaction, with a special focus on materials showing non linear and complex behaviour; such as polymers, elastomers, greases, and biological tissue. He designs, builds, and adapts advanced tribometers to gain new insights into the behaviour of these materials. Within the Tribology research group, he collaborates closely with a range of companies, including SMEs and multinationals such as L'Oréal, Shell and SKF. He is the co-editor of the journal Biotribology and sits on the editorial board of Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part J - Journal of Engineering Tribology. He teaches on a range of modules, including Mechanical Transmissions, focusing on machine elements such as shafts, gears, bearings and couplings.
Affiliations and expertise
Reader in Tribology and Mechanical Engineering Design, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London, UK

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