Machine Analysis with Computer Applications for Mechanical Engineers by James Doane

Contents Preface xvAcknowledgments xviiAbout the companion website xix1 Introductory Concepts 11.1 Introduction to Machines 11.1.1 Brief History of Machines 11.1.2 Why Study Machine Analysis? 51.1.3 Differences between Machine Analysis and Machine Design 61.2 Units 61.2.1 Importance of Units 61.2.2 Unit Systems 61.2.3 Units of Angular Motion 81.2.4 Force and Mass 81.3 Machines and Mechanisms 101.3.1 Machine versus Mechanism 101.3.2 Simple Machines 101.3.3 Static Machine Analysis 111.3.4 Other Types of Machines 141.4 Linkage Mechanisms 141.4.1 Introduction to Linkage Mechanisms 141.4.2 Types of Links 141.4.3 Types of Joints 151.5 Common Types of…