Engineering Materials: Crowood Metalworking Guides

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This is a comprehensive guide to engineering materials used in the workshop, for processes such as milling, welding, and lathe and bench-work. Designed for the general enthusiast or amateur engineer, Engineering Materials provides in-depth information on the functions and limitations of commonly used metals, and valuable advice on material selection. With detailed diagrams and photographs throughout, the book covers:

A history of engineering materials, and the forming and behaviour of a range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals

The practical application of materials in engineering and case studies on steam locomotive boilers, model aero engines and classic two-stroke motorcycle engines.

AUTHOR:
Henry Tindell is a chartered engineer, with a thirty-five year career behind him. He gained a double first in Metallurgy and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Manchester, followed by an M.Sc and Ph.D for work on metal-matrix composites for orthopaedic surgery. Now semi-retired, he works as a consultant and home workshop-based engineer.

144 colour photographs

ISBN: 9781847976796
Author: TINDELL HENRY
Format: Hardcover
Publication date: 01/07/2014
RRP: $49.99
Pages: 160
Dimension: 260mm X 215mm
Imprint: Crowood Press