The eighth edition of Shigley's Mechanical Engineering Design maintains the basic approaches that have made this book the standard in machine design for over 40 years. At the same time it combines the straightforward focus on fundamentals with modern emphasis on design and new applications. Overall coverage of basic concepts are clear and concise so that readers can easily navigate key topics without demanding an inordinate amount of precious time.

Key Features :

• Excellent coverage on machine design basics- includes design process, engineering mechanics and materials, failure prevention, and characteristics of the principal types of mechanical elements


• New chapter on the Finite Element Method



• Offers practical approach with a wide range of real-world applications and examples



• Encourages readers to link fundamental concepts with practical component specification

Excellent pedagogy :

• 103 Examples



• 70 Unsolved Problems with Answers



• 340 Review Questions



• 48 Exercise Problems