This book covers the fundamental concepts, description, terminology, force analysis and methods of analysis and design. The emphasis in treating the machine elements is on methods and procedures to give students competence in applying these to mechanical components in general. The book will help students to learn to use the best available scientific understanding together with empirical information, good judgement, and ingenuity. Coverage of chain failure modes, lubrication of chain drive, timing belt pulleys, rope lay selection, wire rope manufacturing methods, effect of sheave size is included. Friction materials are discussed in detail for both wet and dry running. The design of journal bearings is thoroughly examined.

Key features:

Compatible with the Machine Design Data Book.
Gives a thorough treatment of the requisite engineering mechanics topics.
Offers a balance between analysis and design.
Places emphasis on the materials, properties and analysis of the machine element.
Material, factor of safety and manufacturing methods are given for each machine element.
Design steps are given for all important machine elements.
Example design problems and solution techniques are spelled out in detail.
Objective type, short answer and review problems are given at the end of each chapter.