Master practical mechanics with real-world problems and clear solutions.
This revised edition focuses on applying fundamental principles to everyday engineering tasks, from lifting and moving loads to calculating horsepower and energy. Presented in a student-friendly format, it emphasizes approachable methods over heavy theory, using the foot-pound-second system common to engineering practice.
This book builds a practical map through three core areas: Work, Force, and Motion. Each section starts with a worked example to show the solving method, then offers numerous problems drawn from actual engineering scenarios. It includes explanations of key concepts like energy, horsepower, and friction, with plenty of worked solutions and review problems to reinforce learning.
- Orderly organization around Work, Force, and Motion, with progressive difficulty
- Practical problems based on real engineering tasks and equipment
- Clear definitions and a concise glossary of terms
- Solutions that illustrate how to collect data and decide what is essential
Ideal for students of civil and mechanical engineering and anyone who wants a solid, hands-on grounding in mechanics through problem solving.