Chapter 1 Engineering Fundamentals
The Greek alphabet
Units systems
Conversions
Consistency of units
Foolproof conversions: using unity brackets
Imperial–metric conversions
Dimensional analysis
Essential mathematics
Useful references and standards
Chapter 2 Bending, Torsion, and Stress
Simple stress and strain
Simple elastic bending (flexure)
Slope and deflection of beams
Torsion
Combined bending and torsion
Stress concentration factors
Chapter 3 Motion and Dynamics
Making sense of dynamic equilibrium
Motion equations
Newton’s laws of motion
Simple harmonic motion
Understanding acceleration
Dynamic forces and loadings
Forces due to rotating masses
Forces due to reciprocating masses
Chapter 4 Rotating Machine Fundamentals: Vibration,
Balancing, and Noise
Vibration: general model
Vibration formulae
Machine vibration
Dynamic balancing
Machinery noise
Useful references
Chapter 5 Machine Elements
Screw fasteners
Bearings
Mechanical power transmission – broad guidelines
Shaft couplings
Gears
Seals
Cam mechanisms
Belt drives
Clutches
Chapter 6 Fluid Mechanics
Basic properties
Flow equations
Flow regimes
Boundary layers
Isentropic flow
Compressible one-dimensional flow
Normal shock waves
Axisymmetric flows
Drag coefficients
Chapter 7 Centrifugal Pumps
Symbols
Centrifugal pump types
Pump performance
Pump characteristics
Specifications and standards
Test procedures and techniques
Pump specific speed ns
Pump balancing
Balance calculations
Chapter 8 Compressors and Turbocompressors
Compressors
Turbocompressors
Chapter 9 Prime Movers
Steam turbines
Gas turbines – aeroderivatives
Gas turbines – industrial
Gearboxes and testing
Reciprocating inteal combustion engines
Turbochargers
Chapter 10 Draught Plant
Chapter 11 Basic Mechanical Design
Engineering abbreviations
American terminology
Preferred numbers and preferred sizes
Datums and tolerances – principles
Holes
Screw threads
Limits and fits
Surface finish
Reliability in design
Improving design reliability: eight principles
Design for reliability – a new approach
Useful references and standards
Chapter 12 Materials of Construction
Plain carbon steels – basic data
Alloy steels – basic data
Stainless steels – basic data
Non-ferrous alloys – basic data
Material traceability
Chapter 13 The Machinery Directives
The Machinery Directive 98/37/EC – what is it?
New Approach directives
The scope of the Machinery Directive
The CE mark – what is it?
The technical file
The declaration of conformity
The role of technical standards
The proposed ‘amending’ directive 95/16/EC
Useful references and standards
Chapter 14 Organizations and Associations
Index
The Greek alphabet
Units systems
Conversions
Consistency of units
Foolproof conversions: using unity brackets
Imperial–metric conversions
Dimensional analysis
Essential mathematics
Useful references and standards
Chapter 2 Bending, Torsion, and Stress
Simple stress and strain
Simple elastic bending (flexure)
Slope and deflection of beams
Torsion
Combined bending and torsion
Stress concentration factors
Chapter 3 Motion and Dynamics
Making sense of dynamic equilibrium
Motion equations
Newton’s laws of motion
Simple harmonic motion
Understanding acceleration
Dynamic forces and loadings
Forces due to rotating masses
Forces due to reciprocating masses
Chapter 4 Rotating Machine Fundamentals: Vibration,
Balancing, and Noise
Vibration: general model
Vibration formulae
Machine vibration
Dynamic balancing
Machinery noise
Useful references
Chapter 5 Machine Elements
Screw fasteners
Bearings
Mechanical power transmission – broad guidelines
Shaft couplings
Gears
Seals
Cam mechanisms
Belt drives
Clutches
Chapter 6 Fluid Mechanics
Basic properties
Flow equations
Flow regimes
Boundary layers
Isentropic flow
Compressible one-dimensional flow
Normal shock waves
Axisymmetric flows
Drag coefficients
Chapter 7 Centrifugal Pumps
Symbols
Centrifugal pump types
Pump performance
Pump characteristics
Specifications and standards
Test procedures and techniques
Pump specific speed ns
Pump balancing
Balance calculations
Chapter 8 Compressors and Turbocompressors
Compressors
Turbocompressors
Chapter 9 Prime Movers
Steam turbines
Gas turbines – aeroderivatives
Gas turbines – industrial
Gearboxes and testing
Reciprocating inteal combustion engines
Turbochargers
Chapter 10 Draught Plant
Chapter 11 Basic Mechanical Design
Engineering abbreviations
American terminology
Preferred numbers and preferred sizes
Datums and tolerances – principles
Holes
Screw threads
Limits and fits
Surface finish
Reliability in design
Improving design reliability: eight principles
Design for reliability – a new approach
Useful references and standards
Chapter 12 Materials of Construction
Plain carbon steels – basic data
Alloy steels – basic data
Stainless steels – basic data
Non-ferrous alloys – basic data
Material traceability
Chapter 13 The Machinery Directives
The Machinery Directive 98/37/EC – what is it?
New Approach directives
The scope of the Machinery Directive
The CE mark – what is it?
The technical file
The declaration of conformity
The role of technical standards
The proposed ‘amending’ directive 95/16/EC
Useful references and standards
Chapter 14 Organizations and Associations
Index