Examine today's mechanisms, machines, and the motion they produce with Stanisic's MECHANISMS AND MACHINES: KINEMATICS, DYNAMICS, AND SYNTHESIS, 2nd Edition. The author introduces the synthesis and analysis of planar mechanisms and machines using the Vector Loop Method, which is well suited to computer programming. The book teaches synthesis first, before delving into analysis, to ensure you understand the mathematics behind mechanism design. The author also uses a systematic procedure to summarize many analyses. In addition, an abundance of interesting examples, many of which are drawn from automotive and mechatronic systems, clarify topics and help ensure understanding. Numerous practical problems also provide a clear physical context for this edition's topics.