Design of Machine Elements: A First Course

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction to Machine Design. 2. Design for Static Strength. 3. Eccentric Loading. 4. Theories of Elastic Failure. 5. Stress Concentration. 6. Design for Fatigue Strength. 7. Design for Impact Strength. 8. Design of Shafts. 9. Design of Keys and Splines. 10. Design of Knuckle and Cotter Joints. 11. Design of Couplings. 12. Design of Welded Joints. 13. Design of Riveted Joints. 14. Threaded Fasteners. 15. Power Screws. 16. Mechanical Springs. Index. Design of Machine Elements is one of the most important subjects taught to mechanical, production and manufacturing engineering courses across the country. Design of Machine Elements A First Course is designed to cover the key elements that fall under the subject s vast purview. It discusses important topics such as power screws, mechanical springs, threaded joints, couplings, keys, splines and different kinds of joints. The book devotes exclusive chapters to elaborate on each of these topics for the student s benefit. It analyses theoretical concepts and backs them with several solved examples and illustrations, while also providing several end-of-chapter problems for practice. (jacket).…