Clutches and Brakes: Design and Selection
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Conveniently Gathering Formulas, Analytical Methods, And Graphs For The Design And Selection Of A Wide Variety Of Brakes And Clutches In The Automotive, Aircraft, Farming, And Manufacturing Industries, Clutches And Brakes: Design And Selection, Second Edition Simplifies Calculations, Acquaints Engineers With An Expansive Range Of Application, And Assists In The Selection Of Parameters For Specific Design Challenges. Contains An Abundance Of Examples, 550 Display Equations, And More Than 200 Figures For Clear Presentation Of Various Design Strategies Thoroughly Revised Throughout, The Second Edition Offers... Additional Chapters On Friction Drives And Fluid Clutches And Retarders An Extended Discussion On Cone Brakes And Clutches A Simpler Formulation Of The Torque From A Centrifugal Clutch Updated Sections On Automatic Braking Systems An Analysis Of Variable-speed Friction Drives With Clutch Capability Analytical And Computer-assisted Design Techniques
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text provides a comprehensive analytical framework for the design, selection, and optimization of braking and clutching systems across diverse industrial applications. William C. Orthwein, an experienced engineer, synthesizes complex mechanical principles into a practical guide that bridges the gap between theoretical physics and real-world engineering requirements. By utilizing a combination of mathematical formulas, graphical data, and computer-assisted techniques, the author establishes a systematic approach for engineers to solve specific design challenges in automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Mathematical formulations for torque, friction, and power transmission in various clutch and brake configurations.
- Detailed analysis of specialized systems including cone brakes, centrifugal clutches, and variable-speed friction drives.
- Over 550 display equations and 200 figures illustrating design strategies and component interactions.
- Practical methodologies for integrating automatic braking systems and fluid retarders into mechanical assemblies.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Engineers and students frequently cite this work as a reliable technical reference due to its extensive collection of formulas and practical examples. Professionals in the field value the text for its clear presentation of complex mechanical interactions and its utility as a desktop resource for design verification.
Page Count:
300
Publication Date:
2004-01-01
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10:
0203026233
ISBN-13:
9780203026236
Mechanical engineering
Technical
Automotive Engineering
Engineering
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