Blake's Design of Mechanical Joints [Hardcover]

Blake's Design of Mechanical Joints, Second Edition, is an updated revision of Alexander Blakes authoritative book on mechanical joint and fastener design. This revision brings Blakes 1985 volume up-to-date with modern developments in joint design, and recent technological advances in metallic and non-metallic materials, and in adhesive joining technologies. The book retains Blakes lucid, readable style and his balance of basic concepts with practical applications. Coverage of statistical methods, computational software usage, extensive examples, and a full glossary have been added to make the new edition a comprehensive, practical sourcebook for today's mechanical design engineers.

1. Introduction 2. Basic Concepts of Fasteners 3. Concepts of Strength and Failure 4. Quality Measurement and Statistics 5. Riveted and Bolted Joints 6. Flanges and Stiffeners 7. Clamps and Pipe Joints 8. Joint Connections: Pins, Couplings, and Other Joint Fittings 9. Design of Welded Joints 10. Membrane Joints 11. Design for Adhesion

Blake's Design of Mechanical Joints, Second Edition, is an updated revision of Alexander Blakes authoritative book on mechanical joint and fastener design. This revision brings Blakes 1985 volume up-to-date with modern developments in joint design, and recent technological advances in metallic and non-metallic materials.

Harold Josephs is Professor Emeritus of Engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Lawrence Technological University in Southfield, MI, since 1984 He received his M.S. degree from Villanova University, and his Ph.D. from the Union Institute, and worked in industry for General Electric and Ford Motor Company. His research interests are in fastening and joining, human factors, ergonomics, and safety. Dr. Josephs is s a licensed Professional Engineer, Certified Safety Professional, Certified Professional Ergonomist, Certified Qu