An Introduction to Mechanical Engineering, SI Edition
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An Introduction to Mechanical Engineering, SI Edition

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  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

An Introduction to Mechanical Engineering, SI Edition

About this book

Gain insight into today's ever-emerging field of mechanical engineering as you develop an appreciation for how engineers design the hardware that builds and improves societies around the world. AN INTRODUCTION TO MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, 4E is an ideal resource during your first or second year of your mechanical engineering program. It's also a useful tool if you are pursuing a closely related field. The book balances timely treatments of technical problem-solving skills, design, engineering analysis, and modern technology to provide the solid mechanical engineering foundation you need for future success.

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Yes, you can access An Introduction to Mechanical Engineering, SI Edition by Jonathan Wickert,Jonathan Wickert, Kemper Lewis in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Technology & Engineering & Mechanical Engineering. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Table of contents

  1. Dedication
  2. Contents
  3. Preface to the SI Edition
  4. Student's Preface
  5. Instructor's Preface
  6. About the Authors
  7. Ch 1: The Mechanical Engineering Profession
  8. Ch 2: Mechanical Design
  9. Ch 3: Technical Problem-Solving and Communication Skills
  10. Ch 4: Forces in Structures and Machines
  11. Ch 5: Materials and Stresses
  12. Ch 6: Fluids Engineering
  13. Ch 7: Thermal and Energy Systems
  14. Ch 8: Motion and Power Transmission
  15. Appendix A: Greek Alphabet
  16. Appendix B: Trigonometry Review
  17. Index