Classical and Modern Approaches in the Theory of Mechanisms

Classical and Modern Approaches in the Theory of Mechanisms is a study of mechanisms in the broadest sense, covering the theoretical background of mechanisms, their structures and components, the planar and spatial analysis of mechanisms, motion transmission, and technical approaches to kinematics, mechanical systems, and machine dynamics. In addition to classical approaches, the book presents two new methods: the analytic-assisted method using Turbo Pascal calculation programs, and the graphic-assisted method, outlining the steps required for the development of graphic constructions using AutoCAD; the applications of these methods are illustrated with examples. Aimed at students of mechanical engineering, and engineers designing and developing mechanisms in their own fields, this book provides a useful overview of classical theories, and modern approaches to the practical and creative application of mechanisms, in seeking solutions to increasingly complex problems.


Nicolae Pandrea, University of Pitesti, Romania Prof. Pandrea teaches at the Faculty of Mechanics and Technology, University of Pitesti, Romania.  He has served as President of the Scientific and Technical Committee in Romania, and is a member of the Romanian Academy of Technical Sciences. Professor Pandrea is the author of 250 papers and six books.
Dinel Popa, University of Pitesti, Romania Prof. Dinel Popa has taught at the University of Pitesti for over 25 years. His areas of expertise are: Mechanics, Mechanisms, Vibrations, Acoustics, and Numerical Methods. 
Nicolae-Doru Stãnescu, University of Pitesti, Romania
Prof. Stãnescu teaches at the Faculty of Mechanics and Technology, University of Pitesti, Romania. He is a member of the International Institute of Acoustic and Vibration, in USA, and Société des Ingénieurs de l'Automobile, France. He has written 200 papers and 10 books, and his areas of expertise include non-linear vibrations, dynamical systems, stability, chaos, and numerical analysis.