Fundamentals of Machine Theory and Mechanisms

Chapter 1 Kinematic Chains.- 1.1 Basic Concepts.- 1.2 Definitions.- 1.3 Degrees of Freedom of Mechanisms.- 1.4 Kinematic Inversions.- 1.5 Grashof's Criterion.- 1.6 Mechanical Advantage.- 1.7 Kinematic Curves.- 1.8 Application of Different Mechanisms with Different Purposes.- Chapter 2 Kinematic Analysis of Mechanisms. Relative Velocity and Acceleration. Instant Centers of Rotation.- 2.1 Velocity in Mechanisms.- 2.2 Accelerations in Mechanisms.- 2.3 Exercises with their Solutions.- Chapter 3 Analytical methods for the Kinematic Analysis of Planar Linkages. Raven's Method.- 3.1 Analytical Methods.- 3.2 Examples with their Solutions.- Chapter 4 Graphical and Analytical Methods for Dynamic Analysis of Planar Linkages.- 4.1 Machine Statics.- 4.2 Dynamic Analysis.- 4.3 Dynamic Analysis. Matrix Method.- 4.4 Exercises with Solutions.- Chapter 5 Balancing of Machinery.- 5.1 Rotor Balancing.- 5.2 Inertia Balancing of Single and Multi-Cylinder Engines.- 5.3 Problems with Solutions.- Chapter 6 Flywheel Calculations.- 6.1 Forces and Torques in Mechanisms.- 6.2 General Equation of Mechanism Motion.- 6.3 Working Periods of a Cyclic Machine.- 6.4 Steady State.- 6.5 Flywheels.- 6.6 Application Examples of Flywheels.- 6.7 Coefficient of Speed Fluctuation.- 6.8 Design of a Flywheel.- Chapter 7 Vibrations in Systems with one Degree of Freedom.- 7.1 Introduction to Oscillatory Motion.- 7.2 Single Degree of Freedom (SDOF) Systems.- 7.3 Free Vibrations in SDOF Systems.- 7.4 Forced Vibrations in SDOF Systems.- Chapter 8 Gears.- 8.1 Introduction.- 8.2 Toothed Wheels (Gears).- 8.3 Condition for Constant Velocity Ratio. Fundamental Law of Gearing.- 8.4 Involute Teeth.- 8.5 Definitions and Nomenclature.- 8.6 Involute Tooth Action.- 8.7 Contact Ratio.- 8.8 Relationship between Velocity Ratio and Base Circles.- 8.9 Interference in Involute Gears.- 8.10 Gear Classification.- 8.11 Manufacturing of Toothed Wheels.- 8.12 Gear Standardization.- 8.13 Helical Gears.- 8.14 Bevel Gears.-

The Spanish language original version of this book, written by the same authors, has seen four editions already and has been used in many universities in Spain and Latin America for years.

Antonio Simón received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Aeronautical Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Madrid, Spain. He is currently a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Malaga, Spain, and he is the Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Malaga University. His research interests include modeling and control of vehicle systems, advanced vehicle systems, genetic algorithms applied to mechanisms and tire models, and biomechanics.

Alex Bataller got his Degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Malaga in 1983. Afterwards, he worked as Assistant Professor at the same university, teaching Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines. In 1987 he became Associate Professor andsince then he has been teaching Theory of Mechanisms and Machines. In 1986 he developed an educational software program for the kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms called MecC. That was the origin of the WinMecC software, which is currently used in many universities. At present, his research is focused on the synthesis of mechanisms with genetic algorithms for medical applications.

Juan A. Cabrera received his B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, his M.S. Degree in Computer Science, and his Ph.D. Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Malaga, Spain. He is currently Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Malaga. His research interests include modeling and control of vehicle systems, advanced vehicle systems, genetic algorithms applied to mechanisms and tire models, and multiobjective evolutionary strategies.

Francisco Ezquerro Juanco is Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Málaga. He obtained his M.S. Degree in