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Presents a treatment that begins with an overview of the electronics design process and proceeds to examine the levels of electronic packaging and the fundamental issues in the development. It is both a handbook for practitioners and a text for use in teaching electronic packaging concepts, guidelines, and techniques.

This book acquaints the reader with interactive computer graphics and how they are being used in the analysis of mechanical design problems. It covers four mechanical design topics: the graphics model, mass properties, stress and strain, and kinematic and kinetic analysis.

This book presents the basic principles and engineering data governing the process design of indirect heat transfer fluids and systems. It focuses on the selection of systems based on common engineering criteria such as reliability and cost, and particularly on energy conservation and safety.

Gathering formulas, analytical methods, and graphs for the design and selection of a variety of brakes and clutches in the automotive, aircraft, farming, and manufacturing industries, this work simplifies calculations, acquaints engineers with a range of application, and assists in the selection of parameters for specific design challenges.

Describes computer modeling and simulation procedures to predict material properties and component design including mechanical properties, microstructural evolution and materials behavior and performance. This book illustrates modeling and simulation technologies relating to surface-engineered compounds, fastener design and heat treatment.

Encompassing a wide range of mathematical concepts, this book presents theory of dimensioning and parameterizing of geometric models. It develops a theory of intrinsic and relational dimensioning using the powerful notion of congruence. It explains how basic geometric knowledge can be used to approach various dimensioning challenges.

Presents the results of research in boundary-based mesh-free methods. This work discusses topics such as shape sensitivities, shape optimization, and adaptive meshing.

Explains how Design for the Environment and Life Cycle Engineering processes may be integrated into business and manufacturing practices. This title examines environmental laws and regulations in the US and Europe, qualitative and quantitative analyses of 'green design' decision variables, and heuristic search programs for ecological improvement.

Considering a broad range of fundamental factors and conditions influencing the optimal design and operation of machinery, this book emphasizes the force and motion analysis of machine components in multiple applications. It reviews machine design for selecting the appropriate energy transfer mechanisms.

Assuming only basic knowledge of mathematics and engineering mechanics, this reference introduces the fundamentals of finite element theory using easy-to-understand terms and simple problems-systematically grounding the practitioner in the basic principles then suggesting applications to more general cases.

Includes information on chain design considerations, increased power ratings for roller chains and silent chains, and selecting drives with alternate lives. This book also includes a chapter on flat top chain conveyors and features individual chapters on chain lubrication, installation, and inspection and maintenance.

Discusses industrial, automotive, and chemical gasket types and materials from selection, installation, and testing to applications and problem-solving and prevention methods. This title covers the complex mechanical and leakage behavior of gaskets and gasketed joints and evaluation of methods for testing gaskets.

Includes proceedings of EXPLOMET 90, the International Conference on the Materials Effects of Shock-Wave and High-Strain-Rate Phenomena, held August 1990, in La Jolla, California, which represent a global appraisal of this field.

This book discusses the current status of the solid-state AC motor controls. It treats most technical phenomena in the empirical sense, with emphasis on input-output characteristics of solid-state controls, oriented at all times to their effect on the performance of the AC motor.

Covers two-level and three-level full and fractional factorial design and also includes the L12 and L18 designs popularized by Taguchi. This work describes the role and selection of the system response for measurement and optimization and discusses both conventional and Taguchi approaches, noting their similarities and differences.

Outlines advances in material removal that have led to micromachining. This book discusses procedures for precise measurement and includes molecular-level theories. It describes vaporizing workpiece material with spark discharges and photon light energy.

This comprehensive reference covers all the important aspects of heat exchangers (HEs): design and modes of operation and practical, large-scale applications in process, power, petroleum, transport, air conditioning, refrigeration, cryogenics, heat recovery, energy, and other industries. It includes over 400 drawings, diagrams, tables, and equations, making it a great resource for mechanical, chemical, and petrochemical engineers; process equipment and pressure vessel designers; and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students. This second edition includes updated material throughout; coverage of the latest advances in HE design techniques; expanded and updated coverage of materials selection; and a look at the newest fabrication techniques.

This second edition explores the major improvements in recent years to many chiller and cooling tower components that have resulted in improved performance and lower operating costs. It looks at how climate change and "green" designs have significantly impacted the selection of refrigerants and the application of chilled water systems. This edition also discusses the expanded use of digital controls and variable frequency drives as well as the re-introduction of some older technologies. The book includes extensive checklists, design and troubleshooting guidelines, and reference data.

Offering a basic understanding of various important topics in vacuum science and technology, this book focuses on pumping issues, emphasizes the behavior of vacuum pumps and vacuum systems. It explains the relationships between pumps, instrumentation, and high-vacuum system performance.

Demonstrates the methodology to conduct successful failure analyses. This book builds the background necessary for these investigations and discusses procedures to reduce the occurrence of component failures due to errors in material selection, design, and manufacturing, as well as fatigue, stress, cracking, creep, and operating conditions.

Demonstrates how the vibration behavior of shells and plates differs from that of beams through theoretical development and examples. This book also explains complicating effects on vibration such as the influence of rotation, shear, rotatory inertia, moment loading, residual stresses, and composite layers.

Offers an understanding of the various facets of pneumatic conveying system selection, design, maintenance, and optimization. This work compares various conveying system types, components, and flow mechanisms and offers practical guidelines, diagrams, and procedures for expert guidance in plant maintenance, operation and control.

Offers descriptions of basic theory and practical applications of methods for solving engineering optimization problems. This book describes basic physical phenomena in induction heating and IHP optimization problems as well as IHP mathematical models that could be put to practical use.

Describing NDE issues associated with real-world applications, this book details conventional and modern NDE technologies. It instructs readers on practices, common techniques, equipment applications, and the potentials and limitations of NDE methods.

Written by one of the foremost authorities in the field, this newly revised reference presents the necessary background and proven step-by-step procedures for solving both simple and complex tolerance analysis problems. Using the techniques described in this text, design engineers can ensure that parts and assemblies will satisfy their intended functions. In addition, manufacturing, inspection, assembly, and service personnel can use the methods discussed to troubleshoot designs, verify in-process steps will meet objectives, and find ways to improve performance and reduce costs. This new edition includes many updates and improvements to provide a clearer, easy-to-understand, comprehensive volume.