Now published in its second edition this book concentrates on developing comprehensive skills for the design and selection of common mechanical engineering components and machine elements. It is an ideal guide to the subject of total design for students of mechanical design and mechanical engineering.Key features of this fully revised and expanded edition:1) New chapters on casings and enclosures, springs, and fasteners2) New Information important machine elements such as sensors and actuators3) Clear explanation of the total mechanical design process through the use of text, photographs, diagrams, step-by-step procedures and case studiesMechanical Design provides descriptive and illustrative information on principles and individual components to highlight the detailed methods and calculations necessary to specify, design, or select a component. Worked examples and solutions are supplied throughout to help the reader develop these skills to be able to repeat calculation and selection processes with confidence.