The fourth edition of Mechanics of Materials is an in-depth yet
accessible introduction to the behavior of solid materials under various
stresses and strains. Emphasizing the three key concepts of
deformable-body mechanics--equilibrium, material behavior, and geometry
of deformation--this popular textbook covers the fundamental concepts of
the subject while helping students strengthen their problem-solving
skills. Throughout the text, students are taught to apply an effective
four-step methodology to solve numerous example problems and understand
the underlying principles of each application.
Focusing primarily on the behavior of solids under static-loading
conditions, the text thoroughly prepares students for subsequent courses
in solids and structures involving more complex engineering analyses and
Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE). The text provides ample, fully solved
practice problems, real-world engineering examples, the equations that
correspond to each concept, chapter summaries, procedure lists,
illustrations, flow charts, diagrams, and more. This updated edition
includes new Python computer code examples, problems, and homework
assignments that require only basic programming knowledge.
