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Basics of Precision Engineering

Edited by Richard Leach, Stuart T. Smith ...

Advances in engineering precision have tracked with technological progress for hundreds of years. Over the last few decades, precision engineering has been the specific focus of research on an international scale. The outcome of this effort has been the establishment of a broad range of engineering principles and techniques that form the foundation of precision design.Today’s precision ... Read more

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Advances in engineering precision have tracked with technological progress for hundreds of years. Over the last few decades, precision engineering has been the specific focus of research on an international scale. The outcome of this effort has been the establishment of a broad range of engineering principles and techniques that form the foundation of precision design.Today’s precision
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Principles of Synchros, Servos, and Gyros

Module 15

by Various anonymous Naval Personnel ...

Series series Navy Electricity and Electronics Training Servies
Gyros are the fundamental technology behind innertial navigation systems, stabilized instrument platforms, and weapon(s) stabilization systems."Synchro" is the name given to a variety position-sensing and synchronizind devices that can be found in just about every weapons system in the US Navy.Servo-systems use a small control signal to remotely operate or position a heavy mechanical load, as in ... Read more

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Gyros are the fundamental technology behind innertial navigation systems, stabilized instrument platforms, and weapon(s) stabilization systems."Synchro" is the name given to a variety position-sensing and synchronizind devices that can be found in just about every weapons system in the US Navy.Servo-systems use a small control signal to remotely operate or position a heavy mechanical load, as in
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The Forces of Matter

Enriched edition. Electric & Magnetic Interactions Explained Through 19th-Century Experimental Physics

by Michael Faraday ...

In "The Forces of Matter," Michael Faraday presents a groundbreaking exploration of the fundamental interactions governing the physical world. Through a blend of clear prose and insightful illustrations, this work delves into the nature of matter, examining electric and magnetic forces with an unprecedented depth. Faraday's literary style is marked by an accessible yet rigorous approach, ... Read more

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In "The Forces of Matter," Michael Faraday presents a groundbreaking exploration of the fundamental interactions governing the physical world. Through a blend of clear prose and insightful illustrations, this work delves into the nature of matter, examining electric and magnetic forces with an unprecedented depth. Faraday's literary style is marked by an accessible yet rigorous approach,
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Concepts in Submarine Design

by Roy Burcher, Louis J. Rydill ...

Series Book 2 - Cambridge Ocean Technology Series
This book explores the many engineering and architectural aspects of submarine design and how they relate to each other and the operational performance required of the vessel. Concepts of hydrodynamics, structure, powering and dynamics are explained, in addition to architectural considerations which bear on the submarine design process. The interplay between these aspects of design is given ... Read more

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This book explores the many engineering and architectural aspects of submarine design and how they relate to each other and the operational performance required of the vessel. Concepts of hydrodynamics, structure, powering and dynamics are explained, in addition to architectural considerations which bear on the submarine design process. The interplay between these aspects of design is given
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Modeling and Analysis of Dynamic Systems

by Ramin S. Esfandiari ...

Modeling and Analysis of Dynamic Systems, Third Edition introduces MATLAB®, Simulink®, and Simscape™ and then utilizes them to perform symbolic, graphical, numerical, and simulation tasks. Written for senior level courses/modules, the textbook meticulously covers techniques for modeling a variety of engineering systems, methods of response analysis, and introductions to mechanical vibration, and ... Read more

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Modeling and Analysis of Dynamic Systems, Third Edition introduces MATLAB®, Simulink®, and Simscape™ and then utilizes them to perform symbolic, graphical, numerical, and simulation tasks. Written for senior level courses/modules, the textbook meticulously covers techniques for modeling a variety of engineering systems, methods of response analysis, and introductions to mechanical vibration, and
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12th International Conference on Vibrations in Rotating Machinery

Proceedings of the 12th Virtual Conference on Vibrations in Rotating Machinery (VIRM), 14-15 October 2020

Edited by Institute of Mechanical Engineers ...

Since 1976, the Vibrations in Rotating Machinery conferences have successfully brought industry and academia together to advance state-of-the-art research in dynamics of rotating machinery. 12th International Conference on Vibrations in Rotating Machinery contains contributions presented at the 12th edition of the conference, from industrial and academic experts from different countries. The book ... Read more

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Since 1976, the Vibrations in Rotating Machinery conferences have successfully brought industry and academia together to advance state-of-the-art research in dynamics of rotating machinery. 12th International Conference on Vibrations in Rotating Machinery contains contributions presented at the 12th edition of the conference, from industrial and academic experts from different countries. The book
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Environmental and Architectural Acoustics

by Z. Maekawa, Jens Rindel, P. Lord ...

Adopting a multi-disciplinary approach to the practice of achieving a more acceptable acoustic environment, this book draws on the same basic principles to cover both the outdoors and indoor space. It starts with the fundamentals of sound waves and hearing and goes on to the measurement of noise and vibration, room acoustics, sound absorption, airb ... Read more

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Adopting a multi-disciplinary approach to the practice of achieving a more acceptable acoustic environment, this book draws on the same basic principles to cover both the outdoors and indoor space. It starts with the fundamentals of sound waves and hearing and goes on to the measurement of noise and vibration, room acoustics, sound absorption, airb
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Introduction To Lagrangian Mechanics, An (2nd Edition)

by Alain J Brizard ...

An Introduction to Lagrangian Mechanics begins with a proper historical perspective on the Lagrangian method by presenting Fermat's Principle of Least Time (as an introduction to the Calculus of Variations) as well as the principles of Maupertuis, Jacobi, and d'Alembert that preceded Hamilton's formulation of the Principle of Least Action, from which the Euler-Lagrange equations of motion are ... Read more

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An Introduction to Lagrangian Mechanics begins with a proper historical perspective on the Lagrangian method by presenting Fermat's Principle of Least Time (as an introduction to the Calculus of Variations) as well as the principles of Maupertuis, Jacobi, and d'Alembert that preceded Hamilton's formulation of the Principle of Least Action, from which the Euler-Lagrange equations of motion are
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Radial Basis Function (RBF) Neural Network Control for Mechanical Systems

Design, Analysis and Matlab Simulation

by Jinkun Liu ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
Radial Basis Function (RBF) Neural Network Control for Mechanical Systems is motivated by the need for systematic design approaches to stable adaptive control system design using neural network approximation-based techniques. The main objectives of the book are to introduce the concrete design methods and MATLAB simulation of stable adaptive RBF neural control strategies. In this book, a... ... Read more

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Radial Basis Function (RBF) Neural Network Control for Mechanical Systems is motivated by the need for systematic design approaches to stable adaptive control system design using neural network approximation-based techniques. The main objectives of the book are to introduce the concrete design methods and MATLAB simulation of stable adaptive RBF neural control strategies. In this book, a...
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Vibration and Structural Acoustics Analysis

Current Research and Related Technologies

Edited by C.M.A. Vasques, J. Dias Rodrigues ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
Vibration and structural acoustics analysis has become an essential requirement for high-quality structural and mechanical design in order to assure acoustic comfort and the integrity, reliability and fail-safe behavior of structures and machines.The underlying technologies of this field of multidisciplinary research are evolving very fast and their dissemination is usually scattered over ... Read more

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Vibration and structural acoustics analysis has become an essential requirement for high-quality structural and mechanical design in order to assure acoustic comfort and the integrity, reliability and fail-safe behavior of structures and machines.The underlying technologies of this field of multidisciplinary research are evolving very fast and their dissemination is usually scattered over
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Computational Tapered and Cylinder Roller Bearings

by Hung Nguyen-Schäfer ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This monograph presents computational models that describe electro-mechanical characteristics of tapered and cylinder roller bearings in various industrial applications. Applying the Levenberg-Marquardt’s algorithm to solving strongly nonlinear coupled equation systems, the computational models consisting of many circular slices per rolling element enable computations of the local Hertzian ... Read more

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This monograph presents computational models that describe electro-mechanical characteristics of tapered and cylinder roller bearings in various industrial applications. Applying the Levenberg-Marquardt’s algorithm to solving strongly nonlinear coupled equation systems, the computational models consisting of many circular slices per rolling element enable computations of the local Hertzian
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Advanced Mechanics in Robotic Systems

Edited by Nestor Eduardo Nava Rodríguez ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
Humans have always been fascinated with the concept of artificial life and the construction of machines that look and behave like people. As the field of robotics evolves, it demands continuous development of successful systems with high-performance characteristics for practical applications.Advanced Mechanics in Robotic Systems illustrates original and ambitious mechanical designs and techniques ... Read more

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Humans have always been fascinated with the concept of artificial life and the construction of machines that look and behave like people. As the field of robotics evolves, it demands continuous development of successful systems with high-performance characteristics for practical applications.Advanced Mechanics in Robotic Systems illustrates original and ambitious mechanical designs and techniques
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Task-Space Sensory Feedback Control of Robot Manipulators

by Chien Chern Cheah, Xiang Li ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book presents recent advances in robot control theory on task space sensory feedback control of robot manipulators. By using sensory feedback information, the robot control systems are robust to various uncertainties in modelling and calibration errors of the sensors. Several sensory task space control methods that do not require exact knowledge of either kinematics or dynamics of robots, are ... Read more

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This book presents recent advances in robot control theory on task space sensory feedback control of robot manipulators. By using sensory feedback information, the robot control systems are robust to various uncertainties in modelling and calibration errors of the sensors. Several sensory task space control methods that do not require exact knowledge of either kinematics or dynamics of robots, are
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Topics in Modal Analysis & Testing, Volume 8

Proceedings of the 39th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics 2021

Edited by Brandon J. Dilworth, Michael Mains ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
Topics in Modal Analysis & Testing, Volume 8: Proceedings of the 39th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2021, the eighth volume of nine from the Conference, brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering. The collection presents early findings and case studies on fundamental and applied aspects of Modal Analysis, including papers on ... Read more

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Topics in Modal Analysis & Testing, Volume 8: Proceedings of the 39th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2021, the eighth volume of nine from the Conference, brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering. The collection presents early findings and case studies on fundamental and applied aspects of Modal Analysis, including papers on
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Dynamics of Machines with Variable Mass

by L Cveticanin ...

Series series Stability and Control: Theory, Methods and Applications
Designed to be a complete and integrated text on the dynamic properties of machines, mechanisms, and rotors with variable mass, this book presents new results from investigations based on the general dynamics of systems with variable parameters. The book considers both weak and strong nonlinear vibrations of these systems, and chaotic phenomena are also discussed. The conservation laws and ... Read more

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Designed to be a complete and integrated text on the dynamic properties of machines, mechanisms, and rotors with variable mass, this book presents new results from investigations based on the general dynamics of systems with variable parameters. The book considers both weak and strong nonlinear vibrations of these systems, and chaotic phenomena are also discussed. The conservation laws and
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Newtonian Dynamics

An Introduction

by Richard Fitzpatrick ...

This textbook provides a comprehensive review of Newtonian dynamics at a level suitable for undergraduate physics students. It demonstrates that Newton’s three laws of motion, combined with a few simple force laws, not only can describe the motions of everyday objects observed on the surface of the Earth, but can also account for the motions of celestial objects seen in the sky. It helps bridge ... Read more

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This textbook provides a comprehensive review of Newtonian dynamics at a level suitable for undergraduate physics students. It demonstrates that Newton’s three laws of motion, combined with a few simple force laws, not only can describe the motions of everyday objects observed on the surface of the Earth, but can also account for the motions of celestial objects seen in the sky. It helps bridge
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Flexible Multibody Dynamics

Efficient Formulations with Applications

by Arun Banerjee ...

This book demonstrates how to formulate the equations of mechanical systems. Providing methods of analysis of complex mechanical systems, the book has a clear focus on efficiency, equipping the reader with knowledge of algorithms that provide accurate results in reduced simulation time.The book uses Kane’s method due to its efficiency, and the simple resulting equations it produces in comparison ... Read more

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This book demonstrates how to formulate the equations of mechanical systems. Providing methods of analysis of complex mechanical systems, the book has a clear focus on efficiency, equipping the reader with knowledge of algorithms that provide accurate results in reduced simulation time.The book uses Kane’s method due to its efficiency, and the simple resulting equations it produces in comparison
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An Introduction to Sonar Systems Engineering

by Lawrence J. Ziomek ...

An Introduction to Sonar Systems EngineeringSecond EditionImportant topics that are fundamental to the understanding of modern-day sonar systems engineering are featured. Linear, planar, and volume array theory, including near-field and far-field beam patterns, beam steering, and array focusing, are covered. Real-world arrays such as the twin-line planar array and a linear array of triplets, which ... Read more

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An Introduction to Sonar Systems EngineeringSecond EditionImportant topics that are fundamental to the understanding of modern-day sonar systems engineering are featured. Linear, planar, and volume array theory, including near-field and far-field beam patterns, beam steering, and array focusing, are covered. Real-world arrays such as the twin-line planar array and a linear array of triplets, which
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How Do Objects Move? : Force and Motion | Energy, Force and Motion Grade 3 | Children's Physics Books

by Baby Professor ...

Let’s talk about the mechanics of how objects move, otherwise referred to as the Laws of Motions in action. This book will introduce the basic ideas of motion and the effects of force on the motion of objects. Are you excited to learn? Then grab a copy and start reading today! ... Read more

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Let’s talk about the mechanics of how objects move, otherwise referred to as the Laws of Motions in action. This book will introduce the basic ideas of motion and the effects of force on the motion of objects. Are you excited to learn? Then grab a copy and start reading today!
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Dynamics and Design of Space Nets for Orbital Capture

by Leping Yang, Qingbin Zhang, Ming Zhen, Haitao Liu ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book covers the topics of theoretical principles, dynamics model and algorithm, mission analysis, system design and experimental studies of space nets system, aiming to provide an initial framework in this field and serve as a ready reference for those interested. Space nets system represents a forefront field in future development of aerospace technologies. However, it involves new ... Read more

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This book covers the topics of theoretical principles, dynamics model and algorithm, mission analysis, system design and experimental studies of space nets system, aiming to provide an initial framework in this field and serve as a ready reference for those interested. Space nets system represents a forefront field in future development of aerospace technologies. However, it involves new
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Todo sobre sistemas embebidos

Arquitectura, programación y diseño de aplicaciones prácticas con el PIC18F

by Sergio Salas Arriarán ...

Todo sobre sistemas embebidos es una guía teórica y práctica para el aprendizaje de la metodología de programación y diseño de aplicaciones con sistemas embebidos de 8 bits de CPU, específicamente tomando como modelo el microcontrolador PIC18F4550 de la marca Microchip. El libro trata de enfocar aquellos aspectos que son de suma importancia conocer para el diseño y desarrollo de hardware basado en ... Read more

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Todo sobre sistemas embebidos es una guía teórica y práctica para el aprendizaje de la metodología de programación y diseño de aplicaciones con sistemas embebidos de 8 bits de CPU, específicamente tomando como modelo el microcontrolador PIC18F4550 de la marca Microchip. El libro trata de enfocar aquellos aspectos que son de suma importancia conocer para el diseño y desarrollo de hardware basado en
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Dynamics of the Axially Moving Orthotropic Web

by Krzysztof Marynowski ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
A material continuum moving axially at high speed can be met in numerous different technical applications. These comprise band saws, web papers during manufacturing, processing and printing processes, textile bands during manufacturing and processing, pipes transporting fluids, transmission belts as well as flat objects moving at high speeds in space. In all these so varied technical applications, ... Read more

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A material continuum moving axially at high speed can be met in numerous different technical applications. These comprise band saws, web papers during manufacturing, processing and printing processes, textile bands during manufacturing and processing, pipes transporting fluids, transmission belts as well as flat objects moving at high speeds in space. In all these so varied technical applications,
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Fourier Methods in Science and Engineering

by Weiming Sun, Wen Li ...

This innovative book discusses and applies the generalized Fourier Series to a variety of problems commonly encountered within science and engineering, equipping the readers with a clear pathway through which to use the Fourier methods as a solution technique for a wide range of differential equations and boundary value problems.Beginning with an overview of the conventional Fourier series theory, ... Read more

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This innovative book discusses and applies the generalized Fourier Series to a variety of problems commonly encountered within science and engineering, equipping the readers with a clear pathway through which to use the Fourier methods as a solution technique for a wide range of differential equations and boundary value problems.Beginning with an overview of the conventional Fourier series theory,
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Aperiodic Resonances - Theory and Applications

by Jianhua Yang, Miguel A. F. Sanjuan ...

Series series Mechanical Engineering (R0)
This book presents various types of aperiodic resonances in the form of a complete theoretical framework for the first time. It makes aperiodic resonance be a new disciplinary direction. In addition to the achievements in existing papers, the book proposes some new methods and discovers some new phenomena about different aperiodic resonances in nonlinear systems. The book includes theoretical ... Read more

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This book presents various types of aperiodic resonances in the form of a complete theoretical framework for the first time. It makes aperiodic resonance be a new disciplinary direction. In addition to the achievements in existing papers, the book proposes some new methods and discovers some new phenomena about different aperiodic resonances in nonlinear systems. The book includes theoretical
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