1. Strength of Materials
| 1."Strength of Materials Vol. I" by S P Timonshenko
Book Review: The book has been updated to include the latest advancements in Strength of Materials, covering a range of new topics. One of these topics is the bending of beams in a plane that is not the plane of symmetry, which is explained in detail. The book also delves into the bending of bars, and emphasizes the significance of the shear center, particularly in the case of thin-walled structures. The book’s approach is further reinforced by numerous examples and exercises, which help readers grasp the subject matter more effectively. Other topics covered in the book include stress and strain, rotating disc, energy methods, and material stressing.
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| 2."Strength of Materials Vol.II" by S P Timonshenko
“Strength of Materials Vol.II” Book Review: This comprehensive guidebook on strength of materials offers an in-depth examination of various key topics. These include normal stresses on planes perpendicular to x, y, and z planes, normal stress perpendicular to normal n, normal stress at yield point, normal working stress, shear stress, stress and strain analysis, shearing force and bending moment, stresses in transversely loaded beams, deflection in transversely loaded beams, statically indeterminate problems in bending, beams in variable cross-section, materials of two materials, torsion, energy of strain, and much more. This book is tailored to meet the needs of students in diverse engineering fields such as chemical, mechanical, civil, and others.
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| 3."Theory of Elasticity" by S P Timonshenko and J N Goodier
“Theory of Elasticity” Book Review: In this book, readers will find a straightforward and thorough introduction to the Theory of Elasticity. The author presents solutions to specific engineering problems that are relevant to design and practice. Key topics include shear stress, stress and strain analysis, shearing force, and bending moment, among others. The book offers a wealth of examples, both solved and unsolved, with detailed explanations. It is tailored to students and teachers in various engineering disciplines, such as mechanical, chemical, and civil engineering.
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| 4."Engineering Mechanics of Solids" by Egor P Popov
Book Review: This book provides a comprehensive guide to the engineering mechanics of solids, covering both established and newly emerging fields such as probabilistic methods and matrix methods of structural analysis. The use of SI units is emphasized throughout, and intuitive approaches to calculating axial stress are also included. The book covers various chapters on the mechanical properties of materials and includes advanced analytic expressions for cycle loading and surface for brittle materials. It serves as an excellent reference for civil, mechanical, and aeronautical engineers.
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| 5."Advanced Mechanics of Solids" by Srinath L N
Book Review: The book covers a range of topics related to Mechanics of deformable solids. It is divided into chapters on Stress analysis, Strain analysis, and stress and strain analysis for isotropic solids. The book explores several theorems related to Virtual work, Castigliano, Kirchoff, Menabria, and others. Additionally, it delves into Torsion of circular, elliptical, equilateral triangular bars, as well as the analysis of axisymmetric problems such as rotating disks, shafts, and cylinders. The theory of elasticity approach is used to solve various problems. Overall, the book provides an excellent foundation in Mechanics of deformable solids.
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| 6."Strength of Materials" by Bhavikatti
“Strength of Materials” Book Review: This comprehensive book on the subject of strength of materials offers a thorough examination of the topic. Specifically designed for undergraduate students and teachers of mechanical, civil, chemical, aeronautical, and related fields, it offers a wealth of examples and solutions, including mathematical equations and explanations. The book covers a wide range of important topics, such as normal stresses on planes perpendicular to the x, y, and z planes, normal stress perpendicular to normal n, normal working stress, shear stress, normal stress at yield point, analysis of stress and strain, stresses in transversely loaded beams, and shearing force and bending moment.
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| 7."Mechanics of Structures" by Junarkar S B
“Mechanics of Structures” Book Review: The book offers a thorough overview of Mechanics of Structures, with a specific focus on undergraduate students and teachers in civil, chemical, mechanical, and other engineering fields. The text includes a wealth of solved and unsolved examples that are meticulously explained, as well as numerous real-world examples that help readers grasp the concepts and apply them to practical situations. The book also features mathematical and theoretical explanations, supplemented by diagrams and graphs, to provide a well-rounded learning experience. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone seeking a comprehensive introduction to Mechanics of Structures.
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| 8."Solid Mechanics" by Kazimi S M A
“Solid Mechanics” Book Review: This book offers a comprehensive approach to conventional strength of materials by incorporating fundamental concepts of elasticity and plasticity with traditional methods. It caters to students and educators in the fields of engineering and science, covering topics such as bending, torsion, buckling, strain energy, creep, and fatigue. The book places appropriate importance on approximate methods in design for better comprehension. The first section of the book discusses material properties and theories of stress and strain, while the second section delves into structural mechanics. The book provides extensive coverage of elasticity and plasticity, with emphasis on design considerations for beams, columns, shafts, springs, and more.
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| 9."Strength of Materials" by Rajput R K
“Strength of Materials” Book Review: The book presents an exhaustive account of Strength of Materials. It encompasses chapters such as Simple Stresses and Strains, Principal Stresses and Strains, Centroid and Moment of Inertia, Bending Moments and Shearing Forces, Bending Stresses in Beams, Combined Direct and Bending Stresses, and Shearing Stresses. The book also sheds light on Deflection of Beams, Fixed and Continuous Beams, Thin Shells, Riveted and Welded Joints, Thick Shells, Torsion of Circular and Non-circular Shafts. The author has incorporated a vast number of solved and unsolved examples with detailed explanations to aid the readers’ understanding. It is specially designed for students and teachers of various fields of engineering and science.
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| 10."Strength of Material: S.I. Units" by S Ramamrutham
“Strength of Material: S.I. Units” Book Review: This comprehensive book on the strength of materials is specifically aimed at students and teachers of various engineering fields, including chemical, civil, mechanical, and more. It introduces the study of materials strength and explores the various types of stresses and strains that can act on an object. In addition, the book covers other key concepts, such as thermal stresses, strain energy and impact loading, principal stresses and strains, elastic constants, moment of inertia, bending stresses, perfect frames, and shear force. To enhance reader understanding, the book includes numerous solved and unsolved examples.
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2. Advance Strength of Materials
| 1."Advances in Strength of Materials" by Liviu Marsavina
“Advances in Strength of Materials” Book Review: The intended audience for this book is undergraduate students studying civil engineering, as well as civil engineers seeking a reference. It comprises a compilation of research papers on the latest advancements in the field of strength of materials, covering crucial engineering materials and analytical knowledge. The book also explores the most recent numerical and experimental developments in this area, while providing a comprehensive review of fatigue and fracture mechanics. The book offers numerous diagrams and numerical examples, along with real-life case studies, providing a valuable resource for those seeking to enhance their understanding of this field.
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| 2."Thin Films and Coatings: Toughening and Toughness Characterization (Advances in Materials Science and Engineering)" by Sam Zhang
“Thin Films and Coatings: Toughening and Toughness Characterization (Advances in Materials Science and Engineering)” Book Review: The books designed for undergraduate civil engineering students and also serves as a reference for practicing civil engineers. It delves into the latest advancements in measuring toughness and toughening of hard coatings, covering topics such as hard ceramic coatings, evaluation methods for toughness, and thin coatings. The book also discusses the toughening process of laser-treated surfaces and porous thin films, and thoroughly examines the characteristics of coating adhesion. With numerous diagrams and numerical examples, as well as real-life case studies, the book provides a comprehensive guide to its readers.
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| 3."Advances in Fracture and Strength" by Young-Jin Kim and Dong-Ho Bae
“Advances in Fracture and Strength” Book Review: The book primarily targets undergraduate civil engineering students and can also serve as a reference for practicing civil engineers. It compiles research papers presented at the APCFS’04 held in Korea and discusses recent advances in fractures and strength. The book reviews the latest theoretical and computational research on strength and integrity and examines the practical and experimental concepts of fracture and reliability of structures. The authors have included numerous diagrams, numerical examples, and real-life case-studies to enhance the reader’s understanding.
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| 4."Stress Intensity Factors and Weight Functions (Advances in Fracture)" by D Munz and T Fett
“Stress Intensity Factors and Weight Functions (Advances in Fracture)” Book Review: This book is designed for both undergraduate civil engineering students and practicing civil engineers as a valuable reference guide. It comprehensively delves into weight functions and stress intensity factors, providing detailed explanations of the methods used to calculate weight functions. The book explores the nuances of mode-I and mode-II loading and delves into stress intensity factors for 1-D and 2-D cracks. The inclusion of numerous diagrams and numerical examples, alongside real-life case-studies, make it a comprehensive guide for readers seeking to deepen their understanding of these crucial concepts.
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| 5."Advances in Research on the Strength and Fracture of Materials" by D M R Taplin
“Advances in Research on the Strength and Fracture of Materials” Book Review: This book caters to undergraduate civil engineering students and can serve as a valuable reference for metallurgists and mechanical engineers. Its content comprises a compilation of research papers exploring fractures and fatigue as they relate to metals and alloys. The book delves into the metallographic dimensions of fatigue in pearlitic structures, as well as liquid metal embrittlement, corrosion fatigue, and stress corrosion cracking. Additionally, the book scrutinizes the diffusion mechanism of fatigue crack formation, and features numerous diagrams, numerical examples, and real-life case studies to reinforce the concepts presented.
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| 6."Strength of Materials: A Text-Book for Manual Training Schools (Classic Reprint)" by imusti
“Strength of Materials: A Text-Book for Manual Training Schools (Classic Reprint)” Book Review: This book is designed for both undergraduate students and practicing civil engineers seeking a reference guide. It offers an in-depth exploration of manufacturing processes and general properties of materials, while also delving into weight functions and stress intensity factors. Additionally, the book covers the fundamentals of hard ceramic coatings, various toughness evaluation methods, and thin coatings. It provides a comprehensive review of fatigue and fracture mechanics, supplemented with numerous diagrams and numerical examples. Furthermore, the inclusion of real-life case studies further enhances the practical applications of this text.
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| 7."Strength of Materials" by B C Punmia and Ashok Kumar Jain
“Strength of Materials” Book Review: This book is written for both undergraduate civil engineering students and practicing civil engineers as a valuable reference. Its focus is on recent advances in the strength of materials, including the adhesions of substrate/film interface and its strength. Additionally, it covers essential concepts such as sliding contact fracture, fracture toughness, and resistance to cracking. The book also delves into the basics of thin films and nanotechnology. To enhance understanding, it provides numerous diagrams and numerical examples. Furthermore, readers can benefit from several real-life case studies included in the book.
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| 8."Schaum's Outline of Strength of Materials" by William A Nash
“Schaum’s Outline of Strength of Materials” Book Review: The book is intended for undergraduate civil engineering students and can serve as a valuable reference for civil engineers. It provides a comprehensive exploration of the strength of materials, incorporating the most recent theoretical and computational research on strength and integrity. It also delves into practical and experimental concepts of structure fracture and reliability, covering subjects such as liquid metal embrittlement, corrosion fatigue, and stress corrosion cracking. The book features numerous diagrams and numerical examples, as well as real-life case studies.
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| 9."A Textbook of Strength of Materials" by R K Bansal
“A Textbook of Strength of Materials” Book Review: The primary audience for this book is undergraduate civil engineering students, although it can also serve as a useful reference for practicing civil engineers. The book covers advanced concepts related to stress in thick and thin cylinders due to rotation, as well as theories of material failure and bending of curved bars. The mechanics of solids are discussed in depth, including principal stresses and strains, buckling of columns, and Mohr’s circle. The book is highly illustrated with numerous diagrams and includes several numerical examples to aid understanding. Furthermore, the book includes several real-life case studies, making it a comprehensive resource for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge of mechanics of solids.
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| 10."Strength of Materials: Elementary Theory and Problems - Vol. I" by S Timoshenko
“Strength of Materials: Elementary Theory and Problems – Vol. I” Book Review: The target audience of this book is undergraduate students of civil engineering, as well as civil engineers seeking a reference guide. The book covers the fundamental principles of strength of materials and delves into topics such as the fatigue behavior of macroscopic slag inclusions, a model for fatigue crack initiation in polycrystalline solids, localized plastic deformation, and the microstructure of fatigue fractures in titanium. In addition, the book explores the fatigue loading of age hardening aluminum alloys. The inclusion of numerous diagrams and numerical examples, as well as real-life case studies, enhances the value of this book.
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