Engineering Mechanics
- New Delhi Pearson Education 2012
- 934
With a clear writing style, comprehensive coverage and a variety of solved problems, this book is a complete guide to students of engineering mechanics. The book uses both the scalar and vector approaches in explaining core concepts, which are preceded by a practical example. A large number of worked-out examples as well as numerous review questions and practice problems at the end of every chapter aid in the understanding and retention.
Preface Introduction to Mechanics Force, Resultant, Resolution Basics of Vector Algebra Resultants of any Force Systems Equilibrium of Bodies (Scalar and Vector Methods) Virtual Work Friction Structural Mechanics: Trusses Forces and Moments in Beams Flexible Cables Properties of Surfaces Kinematics of Particles Relative Velocity Kinematics of Rigid Bodies Kinetics of Particles Mass Moment of Inertia Kinetics of Rigid Bodies: Newton’s Law Alternative Approach to Dynamics Methods of Momentum Impact and Moment of Momentum Kinetics of Rigid Bodies: Work–Energy Approach Simple Harmonic Motion and Mechanical Vibrations Simple Machines and Concept of Stresses
Salient Features Comprehensive examination of the topic on energy A separate chapter on vector algebra A separate chapter on vibrations Numerous application based problems