This book is designed to explain the fundamental concepts and basic principles pertaining to the subject. A step-by-step build-up of the concepts makes this book student friendly. The text includes a large number of solved examples which emphasize on the problem-solving methodology for easy and better understanding of the subject. The book uses, both, scalar and vector approaches for explaining the core concepts with suitable examples.
- Syllabi of almost all technical universities in India are covered.
- Theory related to each concept has been provided in an easy-to-understand manner.
- Simple algebraic method of solving problems is adopted instead of conventional vectorial method.
- Numerous solved problems and exercise problems with answers for practice are included.
- Short-answer questions and Objective-type questions are provided at the end of each chapter.
STATICS
Chapter 1: System of Forces
Chapter 2: Equilibrium of System of Forces
Chapter 3: Analysis of Structures
Chapter 4: Friction
Chapter 5: Centroid and Centre of Gravity
Chapter 6: Area Moment of Inertia
Chapter 7: Mass Moment of Inertia
DYNAMICS
Chapter 8: Kinematics
Chapter 9: Kinetics
Chapter 10: Work-Energy Method and Virtual Work
Chapter 11: Mechanical Vibrations
T. Vijaya Krishna
T. Vijaya Krishna (PhD), Professor of Physics at Vasireddy Venkatadri Institute of Technology (VVIT), Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, has about 20 years of experience in teaching and research. He has authored many textbooks including those prescribed for various technological universities in India. He has published more than 30 research papers in reputed national and international journals. At present, he is actively involved in sponsored research projects funded by Government of India and also guiding PhD scholars. His specific areas of research interest are Io-Nano Fluids and Heat Transfer Fluids.
T. Madhu Mohan
T. Madhu Mohan (PhD), Associate Professor of Physics at Vasireddy Venkatadri Institute of Technology (VVIT), Amaravati, has about 15 years of experience in teaching and research. He has authored many textbooks including those prescribed for various technological universities in India. He has published more than 35 research papers in reputed national and international journals. He is the recipient of 'Best Researcher Award' from JNTU Kakinada. At present, he is actively involved in sponsored research projects funded by Government of India and also guiding PhD scholars. His specific areas of research interest are Io-Nano Fluids and Heat Transfer Fluids.
G. Ravi Kiran Sastry
G. Ravi Kiran Sastry (PhD), Professor and Dean of Academic Affairs at National Institute of Technology (NIT-AP), Tadepalligudem, Andhra Pradesh, has 22 years of experience in teaching and research. He has authored books on diesel engines. He has published more than 50 research papers in reputed national and international journals. At present, he is actively involved in sponsored research projects funded by Government of India and also guiding PhD scholars. His specific areas of research interest are IC Engine Combustion, Biodiesel and Other Biofuels, and Regulated and Unregulated Emissions
