Machine Design: An Integrated Approach

by Robert L. Norton

A thorough and comprehensive textbook dealing with machine design that emphasizes both failure theory and analysis as well as emphasizing the synthesis and design aspects of machine elements. The text points out the commonality of the analytical approaches needed to design a wide variety of elements and emphasizes the use of computer-aided engineering as an approach to the design and analysis of these classes of problems. Introduction to Design. Materials and Process. Load Determination. Stress, Strain, and Deflection. Static Failure Theories. Fatigue Failure Theories. Surface Failure. Design Case Studies. Shafts, Keys, and Couplings. Bearings and Lubrication. Spur Gears. Helical, Bevel, and Worm Gears. Spring Design. Screws and Fasteners. Clutches and Brakes. For those interested in Mechanical Design.

Genres: Engineering, Textbooks, Reference

1078 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 1995

Reviews

[Pranjal Singh]

This was a heavy book (probably too heavy than it should have been; hence the 4 stars). I only read about 20% of it. But it did help a lot in MEL311 Machine Element Design for which I bought it in fifth semester during undergrad in Mechanical Engineering at IIT Delhi. If the book was half as thick (which I am sure could be done), it would have been worth the purchase. I would recommend renting or loaning from library.

[Dipson Rimal]

Its one of the most in-depth book in machine design. Good flow of contents. Explanation is somewhat difficult and may take much time to read even a few pages. Some topics are missing like different coupling types.

[Sk]

Its not opening mam

[DeAnna]

It is a very good book for the approach of design of machines. Some is quite confusing but goes through with pictures and even website features.

[Haseeb Javed]

this is a very good book and very helpfull for us