Mechanisms and Mechanical Devices Sourcebook, 5th Edition by Neil Sclater

by Neil Sclater

Over 2000 drawings make this sourcebook a gold mine of information for learning and innovating in mechanical designThe fourth edition of this unique engineering reference book covers the past, present, and future of mechanisms and mechanical devices. Among the thousands of proven mechanisms illustrated and described are many suitable for recycling into new mechanical, electromechanical, or mechatronic products and systems. Overviews of robotics, rapid prototyping, MEMS, and nanotechnology will get you up-to-speed on these cutting-edge technologies. Easy-to-read tutorial chapters on the basics of mechanisms and motion control will introduce those subjects to you or refresh your knowledge of them.Comprehensive index to speed your search for topics of interest Glossaries of terms for gears, cams, mechanisms, and robotics New industrial robot specifications and applications Mobile robots for exploration, scientific research, and defense INSIDE Mechanisms and Mechanical Devices Sourcebook, 4th Edition Basics of Mechanisms Motion Control Systems Industrial Robots Mobile Robots Drives and Mechanisms That Include Linkages, Gears, Cams, Genevas, and Ratchets Clutches and Brakes Devices That Latch, Fasten, and Clamp Chains, Belts, Springs, and Screws Shaft Couplings and Connections Machines That Perform Specific Motions or Package, Convey, Handle, or Assure Safety Systems for Torque, Speed, Tension, and Limit Control Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Electric, and Electronic Instruments and Controls Computer-Aided Design Concepts Rapid Prototyping New Directions in Mechanical Engineering"

Genres: Engineering, Nonfiction, Technical, Science

Unknown Binding

First published December 11, 2006

Reviews

[Yates Buckley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good resource to remind yourself of mechanisms on all scales. Book is a bit dated, missing some novel additions but still useful reference text.

[Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is gold. Pretty much every class of mechanism is covered in pretty good detail with lots of examples to look at (I have the 5th edition).