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Strength of Materials, Part 1 and Part 2

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In these two volumes, Pr. Timoshenko explained all you have to know when you meet mechanical difficulties before a problem.

In the 2nd volume, Pr. Timoshenko give a very understandable demonstration of the resolution of all kind of mechanical problems (plaque, shell, beam...), and moreover you can find theses demonstrations in more detail for numerous type of configuration (dependent of the design of your construction).

And the point which is essential -I guess- for each mechanical Engineer, is that Pr. Timoshenko gave graphs and abacus in order to resolve from the simpliest manner all these kind of problem demonstrated before.

If you have the taste for analytical resolution, you need these book right under your pillow!

(PS : I am sorry because of my spelling, it would be easier in French ! Sinceres Salutations de France).

I found what I wanted from these books. The presentations and explanations are detailed. They are not difficult to follow. You start with the basic ones progressing into the more complex and advanced. The illustrations are very clear and the example problems and solutions presented reinforce the explanations and illustrations in the text. Moreover, the discussions are realistic and find real life applications. These books are excellent references for design and check calculations.

Over the last 25 years of my career, I have found these two volumes to be a constant source of reference. Loaded with useful information and Timoshenko's unique approach to problem solving(combination of rigor and engineering judgment), Strength of Materials should be on every Civil/Mechanical engineer's bookshelf.

The items were received in a timely manner and in excellent condition.

I would highly recommend this seller!