A Course of Instruction in Elementary Machine Design, Arranged for Use in Technical Schools (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James David Hoffman

9780428779351: A Course of Instruction in Elementary Machine Design, Arranged for Use in Technical Schools (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0428779352 ISBN 13: 9780428779351

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the fundamentals of machine design with an easy, classroom‑tested approach.

This introductory text distills a Purdue engineering course into practical lessons that move from simple object demonstrations to real design challenges.

The book emphasizes thinking in terms of mechanism and mechanics, with practical problems and step‑by‑step sketches to guide learning. It covers materials, basic gear work, and foundational design concepts, all organized to fit a one‑year, 36‑week syllabus suitable for technical schools and self‑guided study.

Grounded in a real university course, presented for wide classroom and independent use.
Includes design problems, kinematics exercises, and notes on shop methods and drawing prerequisites.
Offers practical guidance on evaluating materials and applying simple principles to machine parts.
Designed to help readers progress from elementary concepts to original design thinking.

Ideal for students of engineering design, instructors seeking a structured introductory text, and readers building a solid foundation in machine design.

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