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.
Table of Contents
Preface v
Acknowledgments ix
Symbols xix
Part 1 Fundamentals 1
1 Mechanical Engineering Design in Broad Perspective 1
2 Load Analysis 24
3 Materials 45
4 Static Body Stresses 77
5 Elastic Strain, Deflection, and Stability 119
6 Failure Theories, Safety Factors, and Reliability 161
7 Impact 192
8 Fatigue 210
9 Surface Damage 255
Part 2 Applications 282
10 Threaded Fasteners and Power Screws 282
11 Rivets, Welding, and Bonding 329
12 Springs 347
13 Lubrication and Sliding Bearings 379
14 Rolling-Element Bearings 413
15 Spur Gears 438
16 Helical, Bevel, and Worm Gears 481
17 Shafts and Associated Parts 511
18 Clutches and Brakes 530
19 Belts, Chains, and Other Components 555
20 Micro/Nanoscale Machine Elements 572
21 Machine Component Interrelationships - A Case Study 597
22 Design and Fabrication of the Mechanical Systems for a Remote Control Car - A Design Project Case Study 609
A Units A-1
B Properties of Sections and Solids A-7
C Material Properties and Uses A-11
D Shear, Moment, and Deflection Equations for Beams A-46
E Fits and Tolerances A-50
F MIL-HDBK-5J, Department of Defense Handbook: Metallic Materials and Elements for Aerospace Vehicle Structures A-53
G Force Equilibrium: A Vectorial Approach A-68
H Normal Distributions A-71
I S-N Formula A-74
J Gear Terminology and Contact-Ratio Analysis A-76
Index I-1
