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Nonlinear Theory of Elastic Plates (Hardcover): Anh Le Van Nonlinear Theory of Elastic Plates (Hardcover)
Anh Le Van
R3,509 Discovery Miles 35 090 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Nonlinear Theory of Elastic Plates provides the theoretical materials necessary for the three plate models-Cosserat plates, Reissner-Mindlin plates and Kirchhoff-Love plates- in the context of finite elastic deformations. One separate chapter is devoted to the linearized theory of Kirchhoff-Love plates, which allows for the study of vibrations of a pre-stressed plate and the static buckling of a plate. All mathematical results in the tensor theory in curvilinear coordinates necessary to investigate the plate theory in finite deformations are provided, making this a self-contained resource.

Contact Force Models for Multibody Dynamics (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016): Paulo Flores, Hamid M. Lankarani Contact Force Models for Multibody Dynamics (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
Paulo Flores, Hamid M. Lankarani
R3,533 R3,273 Discovery Miles 32 730 Save R260 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book analyzes several compliant contact force models within the context of multibody dynamics, while also revisiting the main issues associated with fundamental contact mechanics. In particular, it presents various contact force models, from linear to nonlinear, from purely elastic to dissipative, and describes their parameters. Addressing the different numerical methods and algorithms for contact problems in multibody systems, the book describes the gross motion of multibody systems by using a two-dimensional formulation based on the absolute coordinates and employs different contact models to represent contact-impact events. Results for selected planar multibody mechanical systems are presented and utilized to discuss the main assumptions and procedures adopted throughout this work. The material provided here indicates that the prediction of the dynamic behavior of mechanical systems involving contact-impact strongly depends on the choice of contact force model. In short, the book provides a comprehensive resource for the multibody dynamics community and beyond on modeling contact forces and the dynamics of mechanical systems undergoing contact-impact events.

Integrated Approach to Mechanical Engineering: Volume II (Hardcover): Bilroy Lockhart Integrated Approach to Mechanical Engineering: Volume II (Hardcover)
Bilroy Lockhart
R3,263 R2,953 Discovery Miles 29 530 Save R310 (10%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Synthesis of Multi-link Mechanisms for Dynamic Specifications. (Hardcover): Arvid Myklebust Synthesis of Multi-link Mechanisms for Dynamic Specifications. (Hardcover)
Arvid Myklebust
R2,093 Discovery Miles 20 930 Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Pipeline Integrity - Management and Risk Evaluation (Paperback, 2nd edition): Ramesh Singh Pipeline Integrity - Management and Risk Evaluation (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Ramesh Singh
R2,734 Discovery Miles 27 340 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Pipeline engineers, operators, and plant managers are responsible for the safety of pipelines, facilities, and staying on top of regulatory compliance and maintenance. However, they frequently need reference materials to support their decision, and many new pipeline engineers and plant managers are responsible for major repairs and decisions yet do not have the proper reference to set a holistic integrity plan in place. Pipeline Integrity, Second Edition delivers necessary pipeline inspection methods, identification of hazard mechanisms, risk and consequence evaluations, and repair strategies. Covering relevant standards and processes for risk, assessment, and integrity management, this go-to reference provides the principles that guide these concepts enhanced with more critical regulatory information and easier organization betwen liquid and gas pipelines. More detailed information is provided on asset reliability, including risk-based inspection and other inspection prioritizing tools such as value-driven maintenance and evidence-based asset management. Pipeline Integrity, Second Edition continues to provide engineers and plants managers a vital resource for keeping their pipelines and facilities safe and efficient.

Encyclopedic Dictionary of Pipeline Integrity (Hardcover, 3rd ed.): Tiratsoo J N H, Guy Desjardins, Reena Sahney Encyclopedic Dictionary of Pipeline Integrity (Hardcover, 3rd ed.)
Tiratsoo J N H, Guy Desjardins, Reena Sahney
R3,137 Discovery Miles 31 370 Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Towards Integrating Control and Information Theories - From Information-Theoretic Measures to Control Performance Limitations... Towards Integrating Control and Information Theories - From Information-Theoretic Measures to Control Performance Limitations (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Song Fang, Jie Chen, Hideaki Ishii
R3,806 Discovery Miles 38 060 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This book investigates the performance limitation issues in networked feedback systems. The fact that networked feedback systems consist of control and communication devices and systems calls for the integration of control theory and information theory. The primary contributions of this book lie in two aspects: the newly-proposed information-theoretic measures and the newly-discovered control performance limitations. We first propose a number of information notions to facilitate the analysis. Using those notions, classes of performance limitations of networked feedback systems, as well as state estimation systems, are then investigated. In general, the book presents a unique, cohesive treatment of performance limitation issues of networked feedback systems via an information-theoretic approach. This book is believed to be the first to treat the aforementioned subjects systematically and in a unified manner, offering a unique perspective differing from existing books.

Nonlinear Ultrasonic and Vibro-Acoustical Techniques for Nondestructive Evaluation (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019): Tribikram Kundu Nonlinear Ultrasonic and Vibro-Acoustical Techniques for Nondestructive Evaluation (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019)
Tribikram Kundu
R7,112 Discovery Miles 71 120 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This multi-contributed volume provides a practical, applications-focused introduction to nonlinear acoustical techniques for nondestructive evaluation. Compared to linear techniques, nonlinear acoustical/ultrasonic techniques are much more sensitive to micro-cracks and other types of small distributed damages. Most materials and structures exhibit nonlinear behavior due to the formation of dislocation and micro-cracks from fatigue or other types of repetitive loadings well before detectable macro-cracks are formed. Nondestructive evaluation (NDE) tools that have been developed based on nonlinear acoustical techniques are capable of providing early warnings about the possibility of structural failure before detectable macro-cracks are formed. This book presents the full range of nonlinear acoustical techniques used today for NDE. The expert chapters cover both theoretical and experimental aspects, but always with an eye towards applications. Unlike other titles currently available, which treat nonlinearity as a physics problem and focus on different analytical derivations, the present volume emphasizes NDE applications over detailed analytical derivations. The introductory chapter presents the fundamentals in a manner accessible to anyone with an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Physics and equips the reader with all of the necessary background to understand the remaining chapters. This self-contained volume will be a valuable reference to graduate students through practising researchers in Engineering, Materials Science, and Physics. Represents the first book on nonlinear acoustical techniques for NDE applications Emphasizes applications of nonlinear acoustical techniques Presents the fundamental physics and mathematics behind nonlinear acoustical phenomenon in a simple, easily understood manner Covers a variety of popular NDE techniques based on nonlinear acoustics in a single volume

A Practical Guide to Engineering Failure Investigation (Hardcover): C. Matthews A Practical Guide to Engineering Failure Investigation (Hardcover)
C. Matthews
R4,834 Discovery Miles 48 340 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"A Practical Guide to Engineering Failure Investigation" has been written with the specific purpose of helping those involved in serious engineering failures. When mechanical plant fails, the technical, legal and contractual issues become very involved and complicated, and deciding causation can be difficult and prolonged. The principles and methodologies explained here will help
engineers to link their technical knowledge to the commercial realities of working with insurers, loss adjusters and their representatives.

This book is essential reading for consultants, expert witnesses and all engineers who may become involved in commercial failure investigations.

CONTENTS INCLUDE: How to use this book Professional roles and responsibilities Strategy and tactics of failure investigation The inspection visit Doing a design and operation appraisal Mechanisms of failure Deciding causation How to present your conclusions Insurance investigations - deferring failure 'events' and proximate cause - subrogation.

An Introduction to Water System Pumps and Drivers (Paperback): J. Paul Guyer An Introduction to Water System Pumps and Drivers (Paperback)
J. Paul Guyer
R828 Discovery Miles 8 280 Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Surface Mining Machines - Problems of Maintenance and Modernization (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017): Eugeniusz Rusinski, Jerzy... Surface Mining Machines - Problems of Maintenance and Modernization (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Eugeniusz Rusinski, Jerzy Czmochowski, Przemyslaw Moczko, Damian Pietrusiak
R3,595 Discovery Miles 35 950 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This unique volume imparts practical information on the operation, maintenance, and modernization of heavy performance machines such as lignite mine machines, bucket wheel excavators, and spreaders. Problems of large scale machines (mega machines) are highly specific and not well recognized in the common mechanical engineering environment. Prof. Rusinski and his co-authors identify solutions that increase the durability of these machines as well as discuss methods of failure analysis and technical condition assessment procedures. "Surface Mining Machines: Problems in Maintenance and Modernization" stands as a much-needed guidebook for engineers facing the particular challenges of heavy performance machines and offers a distinct and interesting demonstration of scale-up issues for researchers and scientists from across the fields of machine design and mechanical engineering.

An Introduction to Microelectromechanical Systems Engineering (Hardcover): Nadim Maluf An Introduction to Microelectromechanical Systems Engineering (Hardcover)
Nadim Maluf
R2,286 Discovery Miles 22 860 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Here's the first non-technical introduction to the exciting field of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). It describes in detail the materials used in producing MEMS -- including silicon, polymers and glass and quartz substrates -- as well as MEMS design for nozzles, sensors, valves and other applications. It examines the manufacture of commercial MEMS using techniques such as oxidation, lithography, chemical vapor deposition and silicon fusion bonding and applications in a wide range of industries including data storage, telecommunications, consumer, automotive, medical and defense. A unique element of this book is its look at the future of MEMS -- its potential for microelectrode arrays, actuators and optical switches and other technologies.

Numerical Approximation of the Magnetoquasistatic Model with Uncertainties - Applications in Magnet Design (Hardcover, 1st ed.... Numerical Approximation of the Magnetoquasistatic Model with Uncertainties - Applications in Magnet Design (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
Ulrich Roemer
R3,172 Discovery Miles 31 720 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This book presents a comprehensive mathematical approach for solving stochastic magnetic field problems. It discusses variability in material properties and geometry, with an emphasis on the preservation of structural physical and mathematical properties. It especially addresses uncertainties in the computer simulation of magnetic fields originating from the manufacturing process. Uncertainties are quantified by approximating a stochastic reformulation of the governing partial differential equation, demonstrating how statistics of physical quantities of interest, such as Fourier harmonics in accelerator magnets, can be used to achieve robust designs. The book covers a number of key methods and results such as: a stochastic model of the geometry and material properties of magnetic devices based on measurement data; a detailed description of numerical algorithms based on sensitivities or on a higher-order collocation; an analysis of convergence and efficiency; and the application of the developed model and algorithms to uncertainty quantification in the complex magnet systems used in particle accelerators.

An Introduction to Cathodic Protection Systems Maintenance (Paperback): J. Paul Guyer An Introduction to Cathodic Protection Systems Maintenance (Paperback)
J. Paul Guyer
R820 Discovery Miles 8 200 Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Self-Healing Nanotextured Vascular Engineering Materials (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019): Alexander L. Yarin, Min Wook Lee, Seongpil... Self-Healing Nanotextured Vascular Engineering Materials (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019)
Alexander L. Yarin, Min Wook Lee, Seongpil An, Sam S. Yoon
R2,677 Discovery Miles 26 770 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This book gives an overview of the existing self-healing nanotextured vascular approaches. It describes the healing agents used in engineering self-healing materials as well as the fundamental physicochemical phenomena accompanying self-healing. This book also addresses the different fabrication methods used to form core-shell nanofiber mats. The fundamental theoretical aspects of fracture mechanics are outlined. A brief theoretical description of cracks in brittle elastic materials is given and the Griffith approach is introduced. The fracture toughness is described, including viscoelastic effects. Critical (catastrophic) and subcritical (fatigue) cracks and their growth are also described theoretically. The adhesion and cohesion energies are introduced as well, and the theory of the blister test for the two limiting cases of stiff and soft materials is developed. In addition, the effect of non-self-healing nanofiber mats on the toughening of ply surfaces in composites is discussed. The book also presents a brief description of the electrochemical theory of corrosion crack growth. All the above-mentioned phenomena are relevant in the context of self-healing materials.

Broaches and broaching (Hardcover): Ethan Viall Broaches and broaching (Hardcover)
Ethan Viall
R956 Discovery Miles 9 560 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Design, Development, and Optimization of Bio-Mechatronic Engineering Products (Hardcover): Kaushik Kumar, J. Paulo Davim Design, Development, and Optimization of Bio-Mechatronic Engineering Products (Hardcover)
Kaushik Kumar, J. Paulo Davim
R5,572 Discovery Miles 55 720 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Biomechanical engineering is involved with creating and producing a variety of products in everyday use, from environmentally safe plastics to various foods, fabrics, and medicines. A combination of engineering and biology, it is a fast-growing field with many new and exciting opportunities in genetic engineering and biotechnology. However, research surrounding biomechanical applications is scattered and often restricted, leading to the need for a comprehensive publication of the recent advances and developments in this emerging field. Design, Development, and Optimization of Bio-Mechatronic Engineering Products provides pivotal research on the application of combining mechanical engineering with human biological systems in order to develop bio-mechatronic products like pacemakers, artificial kidney replacements, artificial hearts, and new joints or limbs to better and more accurately monitor and advance human health. While highlighting topics such as orthotic devices, inter-electrode gap, and biomaterial applications, this publication explores producing artificial material to work in sync with the human body. This book is ideally designed for engineers, health professionals, technology developers, researchers, academicians, and students.

Materials Processing Fundamentals (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016): Lifeng Zhang, Antoine Allanore, Cong Wang, James Yurko, Justin... Materials Processing Fundamentals (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
Lifeng Zhang, Antoine Allanore, Cong Wang, James Yurko, Justin Crapps
R3,420 Discovery Miles 34 200 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This collection provides researchers and industry professionals with complete guidance on the synthesis, analysis, design, monitoring, and control of metals, materials, and metallurgical processes and phenomena. Along with the fundamentals, it covers modeling of diverse phenomena in processes involving iron, steel, non-ferrous metals, and composites. It also goes on to examine second phase particles in metals, novel sensors for hostile-environment materials processes, online sampling and analysis techniques, and models for real-time process control and quality monitoring systems.

Models, Simulation, and Experimental Issues in Structural Mechanics (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017): Michel Fremond, Franco Maceri,... Models, Simulation, and Experimental Issues in Structural Mechanics (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Michel Fremond, Franco Maceri, Giuseppe Vairo
R4,352 Discovery Miles 43 520 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book offers valuable insights and provides effective tools useful for imagining, creating, and promoting novel and challenging developments in structural mechanics. It addresses a wide range of topics, such as mechanics and geotechnics, vibration and damping, damage and friction, experimental methods, and advanced structural materials. It also discusses analytical, experimental and numerical findings, focusing on theoretical and practical issues and innovations in the field. Collecting some of the latest results from the Lagrange Laboratory, a European scientific research group, mainly consisting of Italian and French engineers, mechanicians and mathematicians, the book presents the most recent example of the long-term scientific cooperation between well-established French and Italian Mechanics, Mathematics and Engineering Schools. It is a valuable resource for postgraduate students, researchers and practitioners dealing with theoretical and practical issues in structural engineering.

Encyclopedia of Mechanical Engineering (Hardcover): Rene Sava Encyclopedia of Mechanical Engineering (Hardcover)
Rene Sava
R3,137 R2,840 Discovery Miles 28 400 Save R297 (9%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Mechatronics - Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (Paperback, 7th edition): W. Bolton Mechatronics - Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (Paperback, 7th edition)
W. Bolton
R2,189 R1,762 Discovery Miles 17 620 Save R427 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

The integration of electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, control and computer engineering - Mechatronics - lies at the heart of the innumerable gadgets, processes and technology without which modern life would seem impossible. From auto-focus cameras to car engine management systems, and from state-of-the-art robots to the humble washing machine, Mechatronics has a hand in them all.

Non-destructive Testing and Repair of Pipelines (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018): Evgeny N. Barkanov, Ivan A. Parinov Non-destructive Testing and Repair of Pipelines (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018)
Evgeny N. Barkanov, Ivan A. Parinov
R4,877 Discovery Miles 48 770 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book describes efficient and safe repair operations for pipelines, and develops new methods for the detection and repair of volumetric surface defects in transmission pipelines. It also addresses the physics, mechanics, and applications of advanced materials used for composite repair of corroded pipelines. Presenting results obtained in the European Commission's INNOPIPES FRAMEWORK 7 programme, it develops long-range ultrasonic and phased array technologies for pipeline diagnostics, and explores their interactions with discontinuities and directional properties of ultrasonic antenna array. The book subsequently shares the results of non-destructive testing for different types of materials applications and advanced composite repair systems, and characterizes the mechanical properties by means of fracture methods and non-destructive techniques. In turn, the book assesses the currently available technologies for reinforcement of pipelines, drawing on the experience gai ned by project partners, and evaluates the recovery of the carrying capacity of pipeline sections with local corrosion damage by means of analytical and numerical procedures. It develops an optimization method based on the planning of experiments and surface techniques for advanced composite repair systems, before validating the numerical models developed and experimentally gauging the effectiveness of composite repair with the help of full-scale hydraulic tests.

Fatigue of Materials II - Advances and Emergences in Understanding (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016): T. S. Srivatsan, M.Ashraf Imam,... Fatigue of Materials II - Advances and Emergences in Understanding (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
T. S. Srivatsan, M.Ashraf Imam, R. Srinivasan
R3,355 Discovery Miles 33 550 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The papers in this collection cover a diverse range of topics on the topic of fatigue of materials. The editors have grouped the papers into five sections. Sections 1 and 2 contain papers that (i) review the current state of knowledge both related and relevant to the subject of fatigue behavior of materials, and (ii) present new, innovative, and emerging techniques for experimental evaluation of the fatigue behavior. Sections 3 and 4 focus on advanced materials that are used in performance-critical applications in the aerospace and automotive industries, such as the alloys of titanium, nickel, aluminum, and magnesium. Section 5 presents papers relating to other materials of engineering interest, such as iron and steel, polymer, rubber, and composites.

Contact Mechanics and Friction - Physical Principles and Applications (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2017): Valentin L Popov Contact Mechanics and Friction - Physical Principles and Applications (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2017)
Valentin L Popov
R5,456 Discovery Miles 54 560 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This application-oriented book introduces readers to the associations and relationships between contact mechanics and friction, providing them with a deeper understanding of tribology. It addresses the related phenomena of contacts, adhesion, capillary forces, friction, lubrication, and wear from a consistent point of view. The author presents (1) methods for rough estimates of tribological quantities, (2) simple and general methods for analytical calculations, and (3) the crossover into numerical simulation methods, the goal being to convey a consistent view of tribological processes at various scales of magnitude (from nanotribology to earthquake research). The book also explores the system dynamic aspects of tribological systems, such as squeal and its suppression, as well as other types of instabilities and spatial patterns. It includes problems and worked-out solutions for the respective chapters, giving readers ample opportunity to apply the theory to practical situations and to deepen their understanding of the material discussed. The second edition has been extended with a more detailed exposition of elastohydrodynamic lubrication, an updated chapter on numerical simulation methods in contact mechanics, a new section on fretting in the chapter on wear, as well as numerous new exercises and examples, which help to make the book an excellent reference guide.

Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Rotor Dynamics - IFToMM - Vol. 4 (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019): Katia Lucchesi... Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Rotor Dynamics - IFToMM - Vol. 4 (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019)
Katia Lucchesi Cavalca, Hans Ingo Weber
R5,246 Discovery Miles 52 460 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

IFToMM conferences have a history of success due to the various advances achieved in the field of rotor dynamics over the past three decades. These meetings have since become a leading global event, bringing together specialists from industry and academia to promote the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and information on the latest developments in the dynamics of rotating machinery. The scope of the conference is broad, including e.g. active components and vibration control, balancing, bearings, condition monitoring, dynamic analysis and stability, wind turbines and generators, electromechanical interactions in rotor dynamics and turbochargers. The proceedings are divided into four volumes. This fourth volume covers the following main topics: aero-engines; turbochargers; eolian (wind) generators; automotive rotating systems; and hydro power plants.

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