Marks' Standard Handbook for Mechanical Engineers, 12th Edition

The 100th Anniversary Edition of the "e;Bible"e; for Mechanical Engineers-Fully Revised to Focus on the Core Subjects Critical to the DisciplineThis 100th Anniversary Edition has been extensively updated to deliver current, authoritative coverage of the topics most critical to today s Mechanical Engineer. Featuring contributions from more than 160 global experts, Marks Standard Handbook for Mechanical Engineers, Twelfth Edition, offers instant access to a wealth of practical information on every essential aspect of mechanical engineering. It provides clear, concise answers to thousands of mechanical engineering questions. You get, accurate data and calculations along with clear explanations of current principles, important codes, standards, and practices. All-new sections cover micro- and nano-engineering, robotic vision, alternative energy production, biological materials, biomechanics, composite materials, engineering ethics, and much more.Coverage includes: Mechanics of solids and fluids Heat Strength of materials Materials of engineering Fuels and furnaces Machine elements Power generation Transportation Fans, pumps, and compressors Instruments and controls Refrigeration, cryogenics, and optics Applied mechanics Engineering ethics