This 1958 book was primarily written to provide information on torsional vibration for the design and development departments of engineering companies, although it was also intended to serve students of the subject. It will be of value to anyone with an interest in torsional vibration and the development of engineering practice.
Vibration, excessive noise and other dynamics-related problems that limit or prevent operation are a major manufacturing concern in airplanes, auto crankshafts, home appliances, etc. This detailed monograph provides in-depth coverage of state-of-the-art vibration analysis techniques used to prevent design and operational malfunction. * Torsional vibration mathematical modeling * Forced response analysis * Vibration measurement methods and monitoring * Application case studies * SI units used throughout
The differential equations and boundary conditions appropriate to the analysis of torsional vibrations of hollow thin-walled cylindrical beams are presented. General solutions for the modes and frequencies of cantilever and free-free cylindrical beams of arbitrary doubly symmetrical cross section with uniform wall thickness derived. Numerical calculations for beams of rectangular cross section are used to determine the influence on torsional vibrations of bending stresses due to torsion and a longitudinal inertia. The inclusion of longitudinal inertia exposes a strong coupling of the torsional vibration with longitudinal vibrations at low plan-form aspect ratios, and some of the frequencies obtained are seen to be actually associated with modes of primarily longitudinal vibration. The solution for cylinders of rectangular cross section is also used to investigate the the accuracy of a solution obtained from an analysis of an equivalent four-flange box beam.
A revised and up-to-date guide to advanced vibration analysis written by a noted expert The revised and updated second edition of Vibration of Continuous Systems offers a guide to all aspects of vibration of continuous systems including: derivation of equations of motion, exact and approximate solutions and computational aspects. The author—a noted expert in the field—reviews all possible types of continuous structural members and systems including strings, shafts, beams, membranes, plates, shells, three-dimensional bodies, and composite structural members. Designed to be a useful aid in the understanding of the vibration of continuous systems, the book contains exact analytical solutions, approximate analytical solutions, and numerical solutions. All the methods are presented in clear and simple terms and the second edition offers a more detailed explanation of the fundamentals and basic concepts. Vibration of Continuous Systems revised second edition: Contains new chapters on Vibration of three-dimensional solid bodies; Vibration of composite structures; and Numerical solution using the finite element method Reviews the fundamental concepts in clear and concise language Includes newly formatted content that is streamlined for effectiveness Offers many new illustrative examples and problems Presents answers to selected problems Written for professors, students of mechanics of vibration courses, and researchers, the revised second edition of Vibration of Continuous Systems offers an authoritative guide filled with illustrative examples of the theory, computational details, and applications of vibration of continuous systems.
The classic reference on shock and vibration, fully updated with the latest advances in the field Written by a team of internationally recognized experts, this comprehensive resource provides all the information you need to design, analyze, install, and maintain systems subject to mechanical shock and vibration. The book covers theory, instrumentation, measurement, testing, control methodologies, and practical applications. Harris' Shock and Vibration Handbook, Sixth Edition, has been extensively revised to include innovative techniques and technologies, such as the use of waveform replication, wavelets, and temporal moments. Learn how to successfully apply theory to solve frequently encountered problems. This definitive guide is essential for mechanical, aeronautical, acoustical, civil, electrical, and transportation engineers. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MECHANICAL SHOCK AND VIBRATION, INCLUDING Fundamental theory Instrumentation and measurements Procedures for analyzing and testing systems subject to shock and vibration Ground-motion, fluid-flow, wind-. and sound-induced vibration Methods for controlling shock and vibration Equipment design The effects of shock and vibration on humans
"Written for vibration analysts, predictive maintenance specialists, field mechanics, and a wide variety of engineers, Vibration Spectrum Analysis assumes no prior knowledge of advanced mathematics or mechanical engineering. It carefully guides the reader through sophisticated analysis techniques in a logical, easy-to-understand manner."--BOOK JACKET.
Since its first appearance in 1950, Pounder's Marine Diesel Engines has served seagoing engineers, students of the Certificates of Competency examinations and the marine engineering industry throughout the world. Each new edition has noted the changes in engine design and the influence of new technology and economic needs on the marine diesel engine. Now in its ninth edition, Pounder's retains the directness of approach and attention to essential detail that characterized its predecessors. There are new chapters on monitoring control and HiMSEN engines as well as information on developments in electronic-controlled fuel injection. It is fully updated to cover new legislation including that on emissions and provides details on enhancing overall efficiency and cutting CO2 emissions. After experience as a seagoing engineer with the British India Steam Navigation Company, Doug Woodyard held editorial positions with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Institute of Marine Engineers. He subsequently edited The Motor Ship journal for eight years before becoming a freelance editor specializing in shipping, shipbuilding and marine engineering. He is currently technical editor of Marine Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery, a contributing editor to Speed at Sea, Shipping World and Shipbuilder and a technical press consultant to Rolls-Royce Commercial Marine. - Helps engineers to understand the latest changes to marine diesel engineers - Careful organisation of the new edition enables readers to access the information they require - Brand new chapters focus on monitoring control systems and HiMSEN engines - Over 270 high quality, clearly labelled illustrations and figures to aid understanding and help engineers quickly identify what they need to know
