Mechanics of Materials, International Adaptation

Roy R. Craig, Jr., Eric M. Taleff

• Publisher: Wiley
• Year: 2023
• Print ISBN:
  9781119676294
• eBook ISBN:
  9781119676379
• Edition: 4
• Topic: Physical Sciences
• Subtopic: Mechanics

Mechanics of Materials providesan in-depth yet accessible introduction to the behavior of solid materials under various stresses and strains. Emphasizing the three key concepts of deformable-body mechanics—equilibrium, material behavior, and geometry of deformation—this popular textbook covers the fundamental concepts of the subject while helping students strengthen their problem-solving skills. Throughout the text, students are taught to apply an effective four-step methodology to solve numerous example problems and understand the underlying principles of each application. Focusing primarily on the behavior of solids under static-loading conditions, the text thoroughly prepares students for subsequent courses in solids and structures involving more complex engineering analyses and Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE). The text provides ample, fully solved practice problems, real-world engineering examples, the equations that correspond to each concept, chapter summaries, procedure lists, illustrations, flow charts, diagrams, and more. This International adaptation has been thoroughly updated to use SI units. In addition to the new and updated materials, this updated edition includes new Python computer code examples, problems, and homework assignments that require only basic programming knowledge.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Preface
• Acknowledgments
• About the Authors
• Contents
• CHAPTER 1: Introduction
• CHAPTER 2: Stress and Strain
• CHAPTER 3: Axial Deformation
• CHAPTER 4: Torsion
• CHAPTER 5: Transformation of Stress and Strain
• CHAPTER 6: Equilibrium of Beams
• CHAPTER 7: Stresses in Beams
• CHAPTER 8: Deflection of Beams
• CHAPTER 9: Pressure Vessels; Stresses Due to Combined Loading
• CHAPTER 10: Buckling of Columns
• CHAPTER 11: Energy Methods
• CHAPTER 12: Special Topics Related to Design
• Appendix A: Numerical Accuracy; Approximations
• Appendix B: Systems of Units
• Appendix C: Geometric Properties of Plane Areas
• Appendix D: Section Properties of Selected Structural Shapes
• Appendix E: Deflections and Slopes of Beams; Fixed-End Actions
• Appendix F: Mechanical Properties of Selected Engineering Materials
• Appendix G: Mechanical Properties of Composite Materials
• References
• Index