Annotated Bibliography in the Field of Mechanical Engineering

This research paper presents an annotated bibliography of the latest research in mechanical engineering. It covers the core areas of mechanical engineering, including thermodynamics, dynamics, mechanics, electricity, and structural analysis. The bibliography includes journals on topics such as mechanical vibrations, modern mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering systems, mechanical engineering science, soft computing techniques, and sustainable development. The journals provide insights into the latest technologies and their applications in mechanical engineering. The paper is an important reference for students, researchers, and professionals in the field of mechanical engineering.

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ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY IN THE FIELD OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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Introduction
This research paper is about the annotated bibliography in the field of mechanical
engineering. The field of mechanical engineering needs an understanding of the core areas
comprising the thermodynamics, dynamics, mechanics, electricity and structural analysis.
Mechanical engineers apply technologies like the computer-aided design, manufacturing aided
by a computer, management of the product life cycle to analyses and design the machines, robots
and other devices. Many programs of mechanical engineering need research or the projects to
gain experience on how to solve the problems practically. Mechanical engineers design,
research, and test the tools and machines. They analyze the challenges to see how the thermal
devices might be applied to solve the problems.
Atkins, A. & Atkins, T., 2013. A Dictionary of Mechanical Engineering. 2nd Ed. Michigan:
OUP Oxford. Vol 3. ISBN 0199587434, 9780199587438. https://books.google.co.ke/books?
id=0TjtKmSIL48C&dq
The dictionary of mechanical engineering is among the lasts journals to the market-leading
oxford paperback reference series. In more than 8500 clear and concise A to Z entries, it gives
the definition and explanations to the terms of mechanical engineering in the core areas of the
stress analysis, designs, vibrations and dynamics, fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. The
topics covered comprise the control, robotics, lubrication, heat transfer, instrumentations, and
measurement where relevant. The dictionary also covered the related field areas like
bioengineering, civic, chemical, environmental and aeronautical engineering. Important entry-
level web links are listed and updated regularly on the website to expand the coverage of the
journal. It is an important reference for the students of mechanical engineering and any -person
with the interest in the subject.

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Cai, L.-W., 2016. Fundamentals of Mechanical Vibrations. 4th Ed. London: John Wiley &
Sons. Vol 2. ISBN 111905012X, 9781119050124. https://books.google.co.ke/books?
id=KrI7CwAAQBAJ&dq
The introductory journal coves the most important aspect of the analysis if linear
vibration for the mechanical engineering students and engineers. Comprising of five main topics,
every topic has its chapter and aligned with five main objectives of the book. It starts from the
concise, rigorous and accessible introduction to the Lagrangian dynamics as the tool for getting
the governing equations for the system. The second topic discusses the mathematical tool for
vibration analysis for the single degree of the freedom system. In the procedure, each example
comprises the section exploring the solution with the MATLAB which is intended to an affinity
of the students to symbolic calculations and to encourage the explorations driven by the
curiosity.
The third topic introduces the modelling of the lumped parameter to convert the
engineering simple structure to equivalent springs and masses. The fourth topic introduces tools
of mathematics for the system of general multiple degrees of freedom with more examples good
for the hand calculation and few computer aided examples. The last chapter introduces the
method of a finite element as the jumping point for the students to understand the use of the
software for the vibration analysis in the real world.
Davim, P., 2014. Modern Mechanical Engineering. 6th Ed. Paris: Springer Science &
Business Media. Vol 1. ISBN 3642451764, 9783642451768.
https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=yNiGAgAAQBAJ&dq
This journal covers the modern subjects of mechanical engineering like the nanotechnology,
robotics, mechatronics, sustainability and all the aspects related to mechanical engineering. The
chapters help improve the understanding of mechanical engineering and its applications to the
problems solved in modern industry. This journal is good for the students in the final

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undergraduate mechanical engineering course and at the graduate level. It serves as an important
reference for the academic, researchers, material and manufacturing engineering.
The journal provides the professional and students with the reference text of essentially
practical nature. The text and use of the tables and illustrations give quick and clear access to the
information. It includes the detailed calculation and examples on many technological
applications used by the mechanical engineers for production and designers. A glance at the
content display that the journal is useful to the branches of engineering like mining, marine and
minerals. This journal helps the engineers with the important materials in quick and compact
accessible form.
Gentle, R. & Edwards, P., 2010. Mechanical Engineering Systems. 4th Ed. New York: Elsevier.
Vol 7. ISBN 0080496504, 9780080496504. https://books.google.co.ke/books?
id=rvD_kLm180YC&dq
The authors of this journal have taken a practical approach within the book by bringing
the subject into reality via lively texts supported by many activities and case studies. Less prior
knowledge of mathematics is assumed and so the main statistical and numerical techniques are
introduced via unique math in action features. This journal involves the application of principles
designs, physics, and manufacturing and maintenance systems. It needs a solid understanding of
the major concepts comprising the thermodynamics, kinematics, mechanics, and energy. The
engineers apply these principles to the design and analysis of heating and cooling systems,
automobiles, industrial machinery and equipment. Every subject is discussed in the details and
supported by various tables and figures. Standards of DIN standards are retained and ISO
equivalents are given. The new edition can be used on the course of undergraduate in
mechanical, aeronautical, structural and civil engineering this journal is supported by free online
material, videos of practical demonstrations for the lecturers and students.

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Gwyther, W. & Brown, G., 2014. Mechanical Engineering Science. 9th Ed. London: Elsevier.
Vol 6. ISBN 1483183246, 9781483183244. https://books.google.co.ke/books?
id=F4jBQAAQBAJ&dq
Mechanical engineering science covers the numerous important concepts that are
significant in practical mechanical engineering. The title is composed of 19 chapters that detail
many topics comprising physical and chemical law. The coverage of the book comprised if the
mechanical energy, Newtonian law, stress, friction and gravity. The book also discusses the
chemical aspects of mechanical engineering which comprise the gas law states if the matter ad
consumption of fuel. The last chapters cover the concerns in the laboratory experiments. This
journal is of great use to the mechanical engineering students. This is one of the first journals to
give the in-depth application of the methods of the finite elements to the field of mechanical
engineering.
The parallel development of the method of the finite method in the 1950s and the
engineering application of the stochastic process in 1940s provided the integrated numerical
analysis tool for the studies of structures under random loadings. Aimed at the advanced level,
the authors present and illustrates direct integration and analytical methods for analyzing the
statistic of the structure's response to the stochastic loads. The book also addresses the nonlinear
problems and random non-stationary excitation with the systems with a large variation of the
stochastic properties.
Holmes, R., 2013. The Characteristics of Mechanical Engineering Systems. 3rd Ed. Vol 8.
Manchester: Elsevier Science. ISBN 1483139336, 9781483139333.
https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=HKsgBQAAQBAJ&dq
This book covers focus on the properties that should be considered when designing a
system of mechanical engineering which is presented on the basis of constituent input/output
relationship paying the attention to lumped problems and interrelationship between lumped

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constituents in the engineering systems. This book consists of five chapters and begins with the
introduction to the systems of engineering and its operations giving the number of examples like
electric generators, engines, and converters. Power conversion and transmission is also discussed
along with the dynamic performances and storage of energy. The final topic covers the subjects
like integral control, sinusoidal disturbances, and excursion dynamics.
This book was developed and written specifically to fill the need for mechanical
engineering students. With more than 1000 pages, 550 illustrations, and 26 tables, this book is
comprehensive, durable and compact. The book covers the main areas of mechanical engineering
with the coverage of the formulas definitions, examples, explanations and proofs of all the
courses included. This journal can also help those who are preparing for the engineering
licensing examinations. The analytical techniques give the students and practising engineers with
good tools for mechanical designs.
Mangey, R. & Paulo, D., 2017. Soft Computing Techniques and Applications in Mechanical
Engineering. 4th Ed. Lancaster: IGI Global. Vol 2. ISBN 1522530363, 9781522530367.
https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=IzdCDwAAQBAJ&dq
The evolution of soft computing application has offered many methodologies and
techniques that are important in facilitating new ways to address the real and practical scenario in
many fields. These concepts have created an improvement in the field of engineering.
Application of soft computing techniques in mechanical engineering is the main reference
sources for the latest finding of research on the comprehensive range of soft computing
techniques applied in the field of mechanical engineering. This book has covered
thermodynamics, computational intelligence, and is the ideal source for the students, research
scientists, engineers, and the academicians involved in the soft computing techniques application
in mechanical engineering fields.

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This journal introduces the mechanical technologies through the application and examples
enabling the students to develop an understanding of the engineering principles and their
applications in practice. These concepts are supported by the 400 worked problems, 70 further
problems and 300 questions of multiple choices. The further chapters have been added on
revisionary mathematics because progress in engineering education is impossible without some
basic knowledge of mathematics. Through the use of these technologies, the models may be used
directly by the software to produce the instructions
Prasad, A. & Selvaraj, R., 2018. Mechanical Engineering for Sustainable Development. 5th
Ed. Scotland: Apple Academic Press. Vol 9. ISBN 1771886811, 9781771886819.
https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=uOdlswEACAAJ&dq
This journal provides some important insight into the diverse topics related to mechanical
engineering and sustainable development is done through the world by scientists and researchers.
the volume is grouped into 3 sections, covering the materials, machine designs, thermal
engineering and manufacturing. The work is done in both the numerical and experimental in
mature. The part on the design of machine introduces numerous innovative work of the relevant
field like agriculture, automotive and human anatomy. the second part of the book covers the
research in the manufacturing technologies, which is expanding because of advances in
nanomaterials, graded materials, composites and development in the optimization tools in
forming and cutting procedures, this journal addresses the characterizations of materials as
significant tool for the applications in jobs and machining procedures like the EDM that is
expanding.
The section on thermal engineering covers the alternative fuel like biodiesel and HHO with
the aim of lowering burden on petroleum and environment. The book also covers the selection of

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research on innovative technologies with the focus of sustainability in many fields of mechanical
engineering.
Smith, E., 2013. Mechanical Engineer's Reference Book. 1st Ed. New York: Elsevier Science.
Vol 3. ISBN 1483102572, 9781483102573. https://books.google.co.ke/books?
id=2ck0AwAAQBAJ&dq
The first chapter of this journal discusses the principles if the mechanical engineering,
electronics and electrical, instrumentation, microprocessors, and the control. the nets chapter
covers the applciations of the computers and the computer combined engineering systems, the
standard designs, and the materials' selection and properties. other chapters are devoted to other
knowledge in the mechanical engineering field comprising tribology, solid mechanics,
transmissions, power units, alternative energy and consumption of fuel. the remaining topics
cover the mechanical engineering field related to offshore, nuclear and plant engineering. This
book is of great value to the students and engineers. this book also covers the latest research and
development in engineering across the ranges of similar areas. it considers numerous techniques,
tools, and methods of mechanical engineering. This journal covers the latest technologies for
engineering designs that can help in economic development.
Purohit, K., 2015. Mechanical Engineering. London: Scientific Publishers. ISBN
8172335369, 9788172335366. https://books.google.co.ke/books?
id=6AZCHAAACAAJ&dq
This is the major subject having a close relationship with the branches of engineering. this book
was designed as the capsule for self-learning with the objective in view, the materials have been
organised in the order logically and the line diagrams have been used to enable the students to
master the subject thoroughly. to provide the students with clear concepts, the method of perfect
induction is applied to prove most of the theorems. new devices available commercially were
also used so that the reader may become familiar with the order of the parameters of magnitude
devices within the given type. this book is written in single and easy to follow and understand
language so that even the average students can grasp the subject by self-study. This book has
also tried to link the technologies and mechanical engineering to improve machinery and

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operation design. the journal also discusses the interdisciplinary areas of automation, computers,
communication and control. the graduates, researcher and other readers that are interested
benefits scientifically from the book.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Atkins, A. & Atkins, T., 2013. A Dictionary of Mechanical Engineering.2nd Ed. Michigan: OUP Oxford.Vol3.
ISBN 0199587434, 9780199587438. https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=0TjtKmSIL48C&dq

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Cai, L.-W., 2016. Fundamentals of Mechanical Vibrations.4th Ed. London: John Wiley & Sons. Vol2. ISBN
111905012X, 9781119050124. https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=KrI7CwAAQBAJ&dq
Davim, P., 2014. Modern Mechanical Engineering. 6th Ed.Paris: Springer Science & Business Media. Vol 1.
ISBN 3642451764, 9783642451768. https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=yNiGAgAAQBAJ&dq
Gentle, R. & Edwards, P., 2010. Mechanical Engineering Systems. 4th Ed. New York: Elsevier.Vol 7. ISBN
0080496504, 9780080496504. https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=rvD_kLm180YC&dq
Gwyther, W. & Brown, G., 2014. Mechanical Engineering Science.9th Ed. London: Elsevier. Vol 6. ISBN
1483183246, 9781483183244. https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=F4-jBQAAQBAJ&dq
Holmes, R., 2013. The Characteristics of Mechanical Engineering Systems. 3rd Ed.Manchester: Elsevier
Science.Vol 8. ISBN 1483139336, 9781483139333. https://books.google.co.ke/books?
id=HKsgBQAAQBAJ&dq
Mangey, R. & Paulo, D., 2017. Soft Computing Techniques and Applications in Mechanical Engineering.
4th Ed. Lancaster: IGI Global. Vol 2. ISBN 1522530363, 9781522530367.
https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=IzdCDwAAQBAJ&dq
Prasad, A. & Selvaraj, R., 2018. Mechanical Engineering for Sustainable Development.5th Ed. Scotland:
Apple Academic Press.Vol 9. ISBN 1771886811, 9781771886819. https://books.google.co.ke/books?
id=uOdlswEACAAJ&dq
Smith, E., 2013. Mechanical Engineer's Reference Book.1st Ed. New York: Elsevier Science.Vol 3. ISBN
1483102572, 9781483102573. https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=2ck0AwAAQBAJ&dq
Purohit, K., 2015. Mechanical Engineering. London: Scientific Publishers. ISBN 8172335369,
9788172335366. https://books.google.co.ke/books?id=6AZCHAAACAAJ&dq