TY  - BOOK
AU  - Wickert, Jonathan A. (Jonathan Adam), author 
AU  - Lewis, Kemper E., author 
TI  - An introduction to mechanical engineering / 
SN  - 9781305635135 
AV  - CIR TJ 145 W53 2017
PY  - 2017///
CY  -  Boston, MA : 
PB  - Cengage Learning, 
KW  - Mechanical engineering
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; Chapter1. The Mechanical Engineering Profession
Chapter 2. Mechanical Design
Chapter 3. Technical Problem-Solving and Communication Skills
Chapter 4. Forces in Structures and Machines
Chapter 5. Materials and Stresses
Chapter 6. Fluids Engineering
Chapter 7. Thermal and Energy Systems
Chapter 8. Motion and Power Transmission
Appendix A
Appendix B
Index
N2  - Gain insight into today's ever-emerging field of mechanical engineering as you develop an appreciation for how engineers design the hardware that builds and improves societies around the world. AN INTRODUCTION TO MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, 4E is an ideal resource during your first or second year of your mechanical engineering program. It's also a useful tool if you are pursuing a closely related field. The book balances timely treatments of technical problem-solving skills, design, engineering analysis, and modern technology to provide the solid mechanical engineering foundation you need for future success
ER  -