ASME announces book on fundamentals of mechanical design.April 21, 2008 -
The Elements of Mechanical Design from ASME Press covers the basic principles, rules, and practices of mechanical design. Written by James G. Skakoon, the 104-page book serves as a primer for the young professional or refresher for the experienced designer. It covers topics such as elastic constraints, friction, rotary motion, stiffness, and surface matching and contains 3 parts, including a section with advice and tips relating to 3D bracing, self-aligning assembly, and other basic topics.
ASME Announces a New Book Covering the Fundamentals of Mechanical Design |
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Press release date: April 10, 2008
NEW YORK, April 10, 2008 - The Elements of Mechanical Design is a new book from ASME Press covering the basic principles, rules, and practices of mechanical design.
The Elements of Mechanical Design is a handy resource that allows the reader to understand the fundamental theories and concepts of the design process. The 104-page book serves as a primer for the young professional or refresher for the experienced designer, covering such fundamental topics as elastic constraints, friction, rotary motion, stiffness, and surface matching.
Written in an easy-to-read format by James G. Skakoon, The Elements of Mechanical Design draws on the author's own experience in engineering design and also features input from other experts in the field. The book contains three parts, including a section in which the author imparts practical advice and tips relating to three-dimensional bracing, self-aligning assembly, and other basic topics.
Skakoon is the co-author of the popular books, The Unwritten Laws of Engineering and The Unwritten Laws of Business.
Founded in 1880 as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME is a not-for-profit professional organization promoting the art, science and practice of mechanical and multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences. ASME develops codes and standards that enhance public safety, and provides lifelong learning and technical exchange opportunities benefiting the global engineering and technology community. ASME has more than 127,000 members worldwide.
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