Handbook of mechanical engineering terms

About the Book: The Handbook of Mechanical Engineering terms contains short, precise definitions of about four thousand terms. These terms have been collected from different sources, edited and grouped under twenty six parts and given alphabetically under each part for easy reference. The book will be a source of guidance and help to the students, staff and practising engineers in understanding and updating the subject matter. Contents: The Handbook of Mechanical Engineering terms contains short, precise definitions of about four thousand terms. These terms have been collected from differ.;Cover; Preface to the Second Edition; Preface to the First Edition; Contents; Chapter 1 General; Chapter 2 Materials; Chapter 3 Material Properties; Chapter 4 Processes; Chapter 5 Machines and Devices; Chapter 6 Machine Components and Attachments; Chapter 7 Tools and Cutters; Chapter 8 Instruments and Gauges; Chapter 9 Casting; Chapter 10 Welding; Chapter 11 Heat and Surface Treatments; Chapter 12 Mechanics of Machines; Chapter 13 Material Handling; Chapter 14 Friction, Lubrication and Bearings; Chapter 15 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer; Chapter 16 Fuels and Combustion.