Science and mathematics for engineering /
- Sixth edition.
- xiv, 561 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Includes glossary. Includes index.
Applied Mathematics -- Basic Arithmetic -- Fractions, Decimals and Percentages -- Indices, Units, Prefixes and Engineering Notation -- Calculations and Evaluation of Formulae -- Basic Algebra -- Solving Simple Equations -- Transposing Formulae -- Solving Simultaneous Equations -- Straight Line Graphs -- Introduction to Trigonometry -- Area of Common Shapes -- The Circle -- Volumes of Common Solids -- Mechanical Applications -- SI Units and Density -- Atomic Structure of Matter -- Speed and Velocity -- Acceleration -- Force, Mass and Acceleration -- Forces Acting at a Point -- Work, Energy and Power -- Simply Supported Beams -- Linear and Angular Motion -- Friction -- Simple Machines -- The Effects of Forces on Materials -- Linear Momentum and Impulse -- Torque -- Pressure in Fluids -- Heat Energy and Transfer -- Thermal Expansion -- Ideal Gas Laws -- The Measurement of Temperature -- Electrical Applications -- Introduction to Electric Circuits -- Resistance Variation -- Batteries and Alternative Sources of Energy -- Series and Parallel Networks -- Kirchhoff’s Laws -- Magnetism and Electromagnetism -- Electromagnetic Induction -- Alternating Voltages and Currents -- Capacitors and Inductors -- Electrical Measuring Instruments and Measurements -- Generating Electricity (Present and Future) -- Engineering Systems -- Introduction to Engineering Systems -- Formulae for Science and Engineering -- Answers to Practice Exercises -- Glossary of Terms -- Index.