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Theory of Machines and Mechanisms

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ISBN-10: 019515598X

ISBN-13: 9780195155983

Edition: 3rd 2002 (Revised)

Authors: John J. Uicker, Gordon R. Pennock, Joseph E. Shigley

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Theory of Machines and Mechanisms, Third Edition, is a comprehensive study of rigid-body mechanical systems and provides background for continued study in stress, strength, fatigue, life, modes of failure, lubrication and other advanced aspects of the design of mechanical systems. This third edition provides the background, notation, and nomenclature essential for students to understand the various and independent technical approaches that exist in the field of mechanisms,kinematics, and dynamics of machines. The authors employ all methods of analysis and development, with balanced use of graphical and analytic methods. New material includes an introduction of kinematic coefficients, which…    
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List price: $125.00
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2002
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/9/2003
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 752
Size: 9.41" wide x 7.40" long x 1.42" tall
Weight: 2.882
Language: English

Preface
About the Authors
Kinematics and Mechanisms
The World of Mechanisms
Introduction
Analysis and Synthesis
The Science of Mechanics
Terminology, Definitions, and Assumptions
Planar, Spherical, and Spatial Mechanisms
Mobility
Classification of Mechanisms
Kinematic Inversion
Grashof's Law
Mechanical Advantage
Problems
Position and Displacement
Locus of a Moving Point
Position of a Point
Position Difference Between Two Points
Apparent Position of a Point
Absolute Position of a Point
The Loop-Closure Equation
Graphic Position Analysis
Algebraic Position Analysis
Complex-Algebra Solutions of Planar Vector Equations
Complex Polar Algebra
Position Analysis Techniques
The Chace Solutions to Planar Vector Equations
Coupler-Curve Generation
Displacement of a Moving Point
Displacement Difference Between Two Points
Rotation and Translation
Apparent Displacement
Absolute Displacement
Problems
Velocity
Definition of Velocity
Rotation of a Rigid Body
Velocity Difference Between Points of a Rigid Body
Graphic Methods; Velocity Polygons
Apparent Velocity of a Point in a Moving Coordinate System
Apparent Angular Velocity
Direct Contact and Rolling Contact
Systematic Strategy for Velocity Analysis
Analytic Methods
Complex-Algebra Methods
The Method of Kinematic Coefficients
The Vector Method
Instantaneous Center of Velocity
The Aronhold-Kennedy Theorem of Three Centers
Locating Instant Centers of Velocity
Velocity Analysis Using Instant Centers
The Angular-Velocity-Ratio Theorem
Relationships Between First-Order Kinematic Coefficients and Instant Centers
Freudenstein's Theorem
Indices of Merit; Mechanical Advantage
Centrodes
Problems
Acceleration
Definition of Acceleration
Angular Acceleration
Acceleration Difference Between Points of a Rigid Body
Acceleration Polygons
Apparent Acceleration of a Point in a Moving Coordinate System
Apparent Angular Acceleration
Direct Contact and Rolling Contact
Systematic Strategy for Acceleration Analysis
Analytic Methods
Complex-Algebra Methods
The Method of Kinematic Coefficients
The Chace Solutions
The Instant Center of Acceleration
The Euler-Savary Equation
The Bobillier Constructions
Radius of Curvature of a Point Trajectory Using Kinematic Coefficients
The Cubic of Stationary Curvature
Problems
Design of Mechanisms
Cam Design
Introduction
Classification of Cams and Followers
Displacement Diagrams
Graphical Layout of Cam Profiles
Kinematic Coefficients of the Follower Motion
High-Speed Cams
Standard Cam Motions
Matching Derivatives of the Displacement Diagrams
Plate Cam with Reciprocating Flat-Face Follower
Plate Cam with Reciprocating Roller Follower
Problems
Spur Gears
Terminology and Definitions
Fundamental Law of Toothed Gearing
Involute Properties
Interchangeable Gears; AGMA Standards
Fundamentals of Gear-Tooth Action
The Manufacture of Gear Teeth
Interference and Undercutting
Contact Ratio
Varying the Center Distance
Involutometry
Nonstandard Gear Teeth
Problems
Helical Gears
Parallel-Axis Helical Gears
Helical Gear Tooth Relations
Helical Gear Tooth Proportions
Contact of Helical Gear Teeth
Replacing Spur Gears with Helical Gears
Herringbone Gears
Crossed-Axis Helical Gears
Problems
Bevel Gears
Straight-Tooth Bevel Gears
Tooth Proportions for Bevel Gears
Crown and Face Gears
Spiral Bevel Gears
Hypoid Gears
Problems
Worms and Worm Gears
Basics
Problems
Mechanism Trains
Parallel-Axis Gear Trains
Examples of Gear Trains
Determining Tooth Numbers
Epicyclic Gear Trains
Bevel Gear Epicyclic Trains
Analysis of Planetary Gear Trains by Formula
Tabular Analysis of Planetary Gear Trains
Adders and Differentials
All Wheel Drive Train
Problems
Synthesis of Linkages
Type, Number, and Dimensional Synthesis
Function Generation, Path Generation, and Body Guidance
Two-Position Synthesis of Slider-Crank Mechanisms
Two-Position Synthesis of Crank-and-Rocker Mechanisms
Crank-Rocker Mechanisms with Optimum Transmission Angle
Three-Position Synthesis
Four-Position Synthesis; Point-Precision Reduction
Precision Positions; Structural Error; Chebychev Spacing
The Overlay Method
Coupler-Curve Synthesis
Cognate Linkages; The Roberts-Chebychev Theorem
Bloch's Method of Synthesis
Freudenstein's Equation
Analytic Synthesis Using Complex Algebra
Synthesis of Dwell Mechanisms
Intermittent Rotary Motion
Problems
Spatial Mechanisms
Introduction
Exceptions in the Mobility of Mechanisms
The Position-Analysis Problem
Velocity and Acceleration Analyses
The Eulerian Angles
The Denavit-Hartenberg Parameters
Transformation-Matrix Position Analysis
Matrix Velocity and Acceleration Analyses
Generalized Mechanism Analysis Computer Programs
Problems
Robotics
Introduction
Topological Arrangements of Robotic Arms
Forward Kinematics
Inverse Position Analysis
Inverse Velocity and Acceleration Analyses
Robot Actuator Force Analyses
Problems
Dynamics of Machines
Static Force Analysis
Introduction
Newton's Laws
Systems of Units
Applied and Constraint Forces
Free-Body Diagrams
Conditions for Equilibrium
Two- and Three-Force Members
Four-Force Members
Friction-Force Models
Static Force Analysis with Friction
Spur- and Helical-Gear Force Analysis
Straight-Bevel-Gear Force Analysis
The Method of Virtual Work
Problems
Dynamic Force Analysis (Planar)
Introduction
Centroid and Center of Mass
Mass Moments and Products of Inertia
Inertia Forces and D'Alembert's Principle
The Principle of Superposition
Planar Rotation About a Fixed Center
Shaking Forces and Moments
Complex Algebra Approach
Equation of Motion
Problems
Dynamic Force Analysis (Spatial)
Introduction
Measuring Mass Moment of Inertia
Transformation of Inertia Axes
Euler's Equations of Motion
Impulse and Momentum
Angular Impulse and Angular Momentum
Problems
Vibration Analysis
Differential Equations of Motion
A Vertical Model
Solution of the Differential Equation
Step Input Forcing
Phase-Plane Representation
Phase-Plane Analysis
Transient Disturbances
Free Vibration with Viscous Damping
Damping Obtained by Experiment
Phase-Plane Representation of Damped Vibration
Response to Periodic Forcing
Harmonic Forcing
Forcing Caused by Unbalance
Relative Motion
Isolation
Rayleigh's Method
First and Second Critical Speeds of a Shaft
Torsional Systems
Problems
Dynamics of Reciprocating Engines
Engine Types
Indicator Diagrams
Dynamic Analysis--General
Gas Forces
Equivalent Masses
Inertia Forces
Bearing Loads in a Single-Cylinder Engine
Crankshaft Torque
Engine Shaking Forces
Computation Hints
Problems
Balancing
Static Unbalance
Equations of Motion
Static Balancing Machines
Dynamic Unbalance
Analysis of Unbalance
Dynamic Balancing
Balancing Machines
Field Balancing with a Programmable Calculator
Balancing a Single-Cylinder Engine
Balancing Multicylinder Engines
Analytical Technique for Balancing Multicylinder Reciprocating Engines
Balancing Linkages
Balancing of Machines
Problems
Cam Dynamics
Rigid- and Elastic-Body Cam Systems
Analysis of an Eccentric Cam
Effect of Sliding Friction
Analysis of Disk Cam with Reciprocating Roller Follower
Analysis of Elastic Cam Systems
Unbalance, Spring Surge, and Windup
Problems
Flywheels
Dynamic Theory
Integration Technique
Multicylinder Engine Torque Summation
Problems
Governors
Classification
Centrifugal Governors
Inertia Governors
Mechanical Control Systems
Standard Input Functions
Solution of Linear Differential Equations
Analysis of Proportional-Error Feedback Systems
Gyroscopes
Introduction
The Motion of a Gyroscope
Steady or Regular Precession
Forced Precession
Problems
Appendixes
Tables
Standard SI Prefixes
Conversion from U.S. Customary Units to SI Units
Conversion from SI Units to U.S. Customary Units
Properties of Areas
Mass Moments of Inertia
Involute Function
Answers to Selected Problems
Index