This fully updated text provides the concepts, procedures, data, and analysis techniques needed to design and integrate machine elements into mechanical devices and systems. Focused on practical, safe, and efficient design, MACHINE ELEMENTS IN MECHANICAL DESIGN, 5/e emphasizes proven approaches and the use of readily available materials. Readers learn an integrated approach that considers the entire system while designing each element. The first six chapters guide students through the transition to design and expand on their understanding of designing for different loads. Next, the text thoroughly covers machine elements involved in power transmission equipment, from drives to rolling contact bearings. Finally, it covers many additional machine elements, including springs, electric motors, clutches, brakes, linear motion devices, and fasteers, plus issues associated with structural design, connections, and welding. Wherever practical, design equations, data, and procedures are specified. Problems offer realistic practice opportunities; throughout, the authors demonstrate the use of spreadsheets and included software to simplify complex procedures. Updated web links and references promote further exploration.
""Prof. Robert L. Mott, "P.E.
Professor Emeritus
The University of Dayton" Teaching Interests:
Design of Machine Elements
Fluid Mechanics
Mechanical Engineering Design
Strength of Materials
Stress Analysis
Systems Design Education: B.S. Mechanical Engineering, General Motors Institute, 1963
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University, 1965 Industrial Experience:
- General Motors Corporation, Frigidaire Division, Research Engineer
- University of Dayton Research Institute, Engineer, Structural Mechanics Section
- Consulting in mechanical design and accident analysis
Professional Interests:
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Past Chair, Manufacturing Education & Research Community
- Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
- American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE)
- Engineering Technology Council
- Engineering Technology Division
- Registered Professional Engineer
- National Center for Manufacturing Education, Dayton, Ohio
Recent Books Published: APPLIED STRENGTH OF MATERIALS, 5th ED, Prentice Hall, Publishing Co., 2008 APPLIED FLUID MECHANICS, 6th ED, Prentice Hall Publishing Co., 2006 MACHINE ELEMENTS IN MECHANICAL DESIGN, 4th ED, Prentice Hall Publishing Co., 2004 Honors & Awards:
- ASEE Fellow Member, 2007
- James H. McGraw Award for Outstanding Service in Engineering Technology Education, ASEE, 2004
- Archie Higdon Distinguished Mechanics Educator Awards, ASEE, 2001
- Frederick J. Berger Award for Excellence in Engineering Technology Education, ASEE, 1994
- Outstanding Engineer and Scientist Award, Dayton, Ohio,1992
- Faculty Award in Teaching, University of Dayton, 1981
- Epsilon Delta Tau Outstanding Achievement Award, 1972
- Recipient of SAE Teetor Educational Award 1968
- Pi Tau Sigma National Mechanical Engineering Honorary
- Honorary Member Tau Alpha Pi Honor Society
