Engineering Textbooks

Basic Engineering Data Collection and Analysis

Contributors: Vardeman and Jobe

Publisher: Iowa State University

License: CC BY-NC-SA

In Basic Engineering Data Collection and Analysis, Stephen B. Vardeman and J. Marcus Jobe stress the practical over the theoretical. Step by step, students get real engineering data and scenario examples along with chapter-long case studies that illustrate concepts in realistic, thoroughly detailed situations. This approach encourages students to work through the material by carrying out data collection and analysis projects from problem formulation through the preparation of professional technical reports—just as if they were on the job.

No ratings

(0 reviews)

Analysis and Design of Elementary MOS Amplifier Stages

Contributor: Murmann

Publisher: Boris Murmann

License: CC BY

Analyzes core linear analog circuit designs: common-source, common-gate, and common-drain stages Design-oriented approach; analyzes various circuits through examples and exercises Part of the Modular Series of Microelectronic Device and Circuit Design Each module in the series provides a brief fundamental look at a specific topic "As of November 1, 2022, National Technology and Science Press ("NTS") has discontinued publication of 'Analysis and Design of Elementary MOS Amplifier Stages.' Accordingly, NTS has returned all copyrights and attendant rights with respect to the work to Boris Murmann."

No ratings

(0 reviews)

Engineering Mechanics: Statics

Contributors: Osgood, Cameron, and Christensen

Publisher: Robertson Library Pressbooks

License: CC BY-NC-SA

Introduction to engineering mechanics: statics, for those who love to learn. Concepts include: particles and rigid body equilibrium equations, distributed loads, shear and moment diagrams, trusses, method of joints and sections, & inertia.

(1 review)

Biomedical Engineering for Africa

Contributor: Douglas

Publisher: University of Cape Town Libraries

License: CC BY-SA

Health technology innovation in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), including countries in Africa, falls far short of meeting the healthcare needs of these settings. The result is a heavy reliance on products and technologies imported from industrialised countries that are often not suited to, or sustainable for, LMICs.

No ratings

(0 reviews)

Introduction to Engineering Thermodynamics

Contributor: Yu Yan

Publisher: BCcampus

License: CC BY-NC-SA

The book is most suitable for a one-term, introductory engineering thermodynamics course at the undergraduate level. It may also be used for self-learning of fundamental concepts of classical thermodynamics.

(1 review)

Building Information Modeling using Revit for Architects and Engineers

Contributor: Makhmalbaf

Publisher: Mavs Open Press

License: CC BY

This book offers a web-based multimedia platform to enable students in Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Construction Engineering to learn fundamentals of BIM using Revit and be able to create building architectural, mechanical and structural models, develop construction documentation and analyze building performance. The platform include: book chapters on detailed Revit instructions and videos.

No ratings

(0 reviews)

A Guide to MATLAB for ME 160

Contributors: Bray and Montazami

Publisher: Iowa State University

License: CC BY-NC-SA

This textbook provides an introduction to the MATLAB programming language for first-year mechanical engineering students enrolled in ME 160, Mechanical Engineering Problem Solving with Computer Applications. Designed to follow the content taught in class, this book provides a supplement to in-class learning that is presented at a level that is understandable to a student with no experience coding before coming to Iowa State University.

No ratings

(0 reviews)

Construction Contracting: Business and Legal Principles, Second Edition - Second Edition

Contributor: Bartholomew

Publisher: Virginia Tech Libraries

License: CC BY-NC-SA

This introduction to construction contracting as it applies to typical, every-day situations explains “theoretical” ideas in terms of what really happens in practice. It emphasizes the more common case law holdings and industry customs that help avoid troublesome legal issues during the completion of a project.

No ratings

(0 reviews)

Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3C)

Publisher: Federal Aviation Administration

License: CC0

The Airplane Flying Handbook provides basic knowledge that is essential for pilots. This handbook introduces basic pilot skills and knowledge that are essential for piloting airplanes. It provides information on transition to other airplanes and the operation of various airplane systems. It is developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standards Branch, in cooperation with various aviation educators and industry. This handbook is developed to assist student pilots learning to fly airplanes. It is also beneficial to pilots who wish to improve their flying proficiency and aeronautical knowledge, those pilots preparing for additional certificates or ratings, and flight instructors engaged in the instruction of both student and certificated pilots. It introduces the future pilot to the realm of flight and provides information and guidance in the performance of procedures and maneuvers required for pilot certification.

No ratings

(0 reviews)

Aerospace Structures

Contributor: Johnson

Publisher: Virginia Tech Publishing

License: CC BY-NC-SA

Aerospace Structures by Eric Raymond Johnson is a 600+ page text and reference book for junior, senior, and graduate-level aerospace engineering students. The text begins with a discussion of the aerodynamic and inertia loads acting on aircraft in symmetric flight and presents a linear theory for the status and dynamic response of thin-walled straight bars with closed and open cross-sections. Isotropic and fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials including temperature effects are modeled with Hooke’s law. Methods of analyses are by differential equations, Castigliano’s theorems, the direct stiffness method, the finite element method, and Lagrange’s equations. There are numerous examples for the response axial bars, beams, coplanar trusses, coplanar frames, and coplanar curved bars. Failure initiation by the von Mises yield criterion, buckling, wing divergence, fracture, and by Puck’s criterion for FRP composites are presented in the examples.

No ratings

(0 reviews)