This textbook fosters information exchange and discussion on all aspects of introductory matters of modern mechanical engineering from a number of perspectives including: mechanical engineering as a profession, materials and manufacturing processes, machining and machine tools, tribology and surface engineering, solid mechanics, applied and computational mechanics, mechanical design, mechatronics and robotics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer, renewable energies, biomechanics, nanoengineering and nanomechanics. At the end of each chapter, a list of 10 questions (and answers) is provided.

Part of ESource--Prentice Hall's Engineering Source, this book provides a flexible introduction to Mechanical Engineering. Featuring over 25 modules and growing, the ESource series provides a comprehensive resource of engineering topics. Mechanical Engineering as a Profession; Dimensions, Units, and Error; Statics, Dynamics, and Mechanical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering and Solid Mechanics; Materials and Mechanical Engineering; Fluids and Mechanical Engineering; Thermal Science and Mechanical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering and Design. For any Engineer or Computer Scientist interested in a brief introduction to the subject.

"An Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Part 2 is the essential text for all second-year undergraduate students as well as those studying foundation degrees and HNDs. Written by an experienced team of lecturers at the internationally renowned University of Nottingham, the text provides thorough coverage of the following core engineering topics, fully updated for the second edition discussing Fluid dynamics, Thermodynamics, Solid mechanics, Control theory and techniques, Mechanical power, loads and transmissions and Structural vibration. As well as mechanical engineers, the text will be highly relevant to automotive, aeronautical or aerospace and general engineering students. All chapters include questions with Chapters 4 and 5 including enhanced, detailed solutions online as a bonus feature"--

Discover today's fascinating, challenging, and constantly changing field of mechanical engineering with Wickert/Lewis' ENHANCED EDITION OF AN INTRODUCTION TO MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, 4th Edition. This engaging book helps you master technical problem-solving skills as you gain a balanced understanding of the latest design, engineering analysis, and advancements in engineering-related technology. The authors use their expertise to present engineering as a visual and graphical activity. Nearly 300 photographs and illustrations give you an exciting glimpse into what you will study in later courses and practice in your career. Meaningful content, interspersed with numerous real-world applications and interesting examples, helps you develop the solid foundation in mechanical engineering that you need for future success. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Discover today's fascinating, challenging, and constantly changing field of mechanical engineering with Wickert/Lewis' ENHANCED EDITION OF AN INTRODUCTION TO MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, SI, 4th Edition. This engaging book helps you master technical problem-solving skills as you gain a balanced understanding of the latest design, engineering analysis, and advancements in engineering-related technology. The authors use their expertise to present engineering as a visual and graphical activity. Nearly 300 photographs and illustrations give you an exciting glimpse into what you will study in later courses and practice in your career. Meaningful content, interspersed with numerous real-world applications and interesting examples, helps you develop the solid foundation in mechanical engineering that you need for future success.