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    Experimental methods for engineers / J.P. Holman.

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    • Title:Experimental methods for engineers / J.P. Holman.
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    • Author/Creator:Holman, J. P. (Jack Philip)
    • Published/Created:Boston : McGraw-Hill/Connect Learn Succeed, ©2012.

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    • Library of Congress Subjects:Engineering--Laboratory manuals.
      Engineering instruments.
    • Genre/Form: Laboratory manuals.
    • Edition:8th ed.
    • Description:xix, 739 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm.
    • Series:McGraw-Hill series in mechanical engineering.
    • Summary:"Experimental Methods for Engineers, 8/e, offers the broadest range of experimental measurement techniques available for mechanical and general engineering applications. Offering clear descriptions of the general behavior of different measurement techniques, such as pressure, flow, and temperature, the text emphasizes the use of uncertainty analysis and statistical data analysis in estimating the accuracy of measurements. Maintaining its thorough coverage of thermal-fluid measurement techniques, the text continues to emphasize experimental uncertainties as essential elements in experiment design, execution, and instrument selection."--Publisher's website.
    • Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
      Includes bibliographical references and index.
    • ISBN:9780073529301 (hbk. : alk. paper)
      0073529303 (hbk. : alk. paper)
      9780071326483
      0071326480
    • Contents:Machine generated contents note: ch. 1 Introduction
      ch. 2 Basic Concepts
      2.1. Introduction
      2.2. Definition of Terms
      2.3. Calibration
      2.4. Standards
      2.5. Dimensions and Units
      2.6. Generalized Measurement System
      2.7. Basic Concepts in Dynamic Measurements
      2.8. System Response
      2.9. Distortion
      2.10. Impedance Matching
      2.11. Fourier Analysis
      2.12. Experiment Planning
      2.13. Review Questions
      2.14. Problems
      2.15. References
      ch. 3 Analysis of Experimental Data
      3.1. Introduction
      3.2. Causes and Types of Experimental Errors
      3.3. Error Analysis on a Commonsense Basis
      3.4. Uncertainty Analysis and Propagation of Uncertainty
      3.5. Evaluation of Uncertainties for Complicated Data Reduction
      3.6. Statistical Analysis of Experimental Data
      3.7. Probability Distributions
      3.8. Gaussian or Normal Error Distribution
      3.9. Comparison of Data with Normal Distribution
      3.10. Chi-Square Test of Goodness of Fit
      3.11. Method of Least Squares
      3.12. Correlation Coefficient
      3.13. Multivariable Regression
      3.14. Standard Deviation of the Mean
      3.15. Student's t-Distribution
      3.16. Graphical Analysis and Curve Fitting
      3.17. Choice of Graph Formats
      3.18. Causation, Correlations, and Curve-fits
      3.19. General Considerations in Data Analysis
      3.20. Summary
      3.21. Review Questions
      3.22. Problems
      3.23. References
      ch. 4 Basic Electrical Measurements and Sensing Devices
      4.1. Introduction
      4.2. Forces of Electromagnetic Origin
      4.3. Waveform Measures
      4.4. Basic Analog Meters
      4.5. Basic Digital Meters
      4.6. Basic Input Circuits
      4.7. Amplifiers
      4.8. Differential Amplifiers
      4.9. Operational Amplifiers
      4.10. Transformers
      4.11. Power Supplies
      4.12. Signal Conditioning
      4.13. Electronic Voltmeter
      4.14. Digital Voltmeters
      4.15. Oscilloscope
      4.16. Oscilloscope Selection
      4.17. Output Recorders
      4.18. Counters
      -Time and Frequency Measurements
      4.19. Transducers
      4.20. Variable-Resistance Transducer
      4.21. Differential Transformer (LVDT)
      4.22. Capacitive Transducers
      4.23. Piezoelectric Transducers
      4.24. Photoelectric Effects
      4.25. Photoconductive Transducers
      4.26. Photovoltaic Cells
      4.27. Ionization Transducers
      4.28. Magnetometer Search Coil
      4.29. Hall-Effect Transducers
      4.30. Digital Displacement Transducers
      4.31. Comparison of Analog and Digital Instruments
      4.32. Summary
      4.33. Review Questions
      4.34. Problems
      4.35. References
      ch. 5 Displacement and Area Measurements
      5.1. Introduction
      5.2. Dimensional Measurements
      5.3. Gage Blocks
      5.4. Optical Methods
      5.5. Pneumatic Displacement Gage
      5.6. Area Measurements
      5.7. Planimeter, a Device of Historical Interest
      5.8. Graphical and Numerical Methods for Area Measurement
      5.9. Surface Areas
      5.10. Problems
      5.11. References
      ch. 6 Pressure Measurement
      6.1. Introduction
      6.2. Dynamic Response Considerations
      6.3. Mechanical Pressure-Measurement Devices
      6.4. Dead-Weight Tester
      6.5. Bourdon-Tube Pressure Gage
      6.6. Diaphragm and Bellows Gages
      6.7. Bridgman Gage
      6.8. Low-Pressure Measurement
      6.9. McLeod Gage
      6.10. Pirani Thermal-Conductivity Gage
      6.11. Knudsen Gage
      6.12. Ionization Gage
      6.13. Alphatron
      6.14. Summary
      6.15. Review Questions
      6.16. Problems
      6.17. References
      ch. 7 Flow Measurement
      7.1. Introduction
      7.2. Positive-Displacement Methods
      7.3. Flow-Obstruction Methods
      7.4. Practical Considerations for Obstruction Meters
      7.5. Sonic Nozzle
      7.6. Flow Measurement by Drag Effects
      7.7. Hot-Wire and Hot-Film Anemometers
      7.8. Magnetic Flowmeters
      7.9. Flow-Visualization Methods
      7.10. Shadowgraph
      7.11. TheSchlieren
      7.12. Interferometer
      7.13. Laser Doppler Anemometer (LDA)
      7.14. Smoke Methods
      7.15. Pressure Probes
      7.16. Impact Pressure in Supersonic Flow
      7.17. Summary
      7.18. Review Questions
      7.19. Problems
      7.20. References
      ch. 8 Measurement of Temperature
      8.1. Introduction
      8.2. Temperature Scales
      8.3. Ideal-Gas Thermometer
      8.4. Temperature Measurement by Mechanical Effects
      8.5. Temperature Measurement by Electrical Effects
      8.6. Temperature Measurement by Radiation
      8.7. Effect of Heat Transfer on Temperature Measurement
      8.8. Transient Response of Thermal Systems
      8.9. Thermocouple Compensation
      8.10. Temperature Measurements in High-Speed Flow
      8.11. Summary
      8.12. Review Questions
      8.13. Problems
      8.14. References
      ch. 9 Thermal- and Transport-Property Measurement
      9.1. Introduction
      9.2. Thermal-Conductivity Measurements
      9.3. Thermal Conductivity of Liquids and Gases
      9.4. Measurement of Viscosity
      9.5. Gas Diffusion
      9.6. Calorimetry
      9.7. Convection Heat-Transfer Measurements
      9.8. Humidity Measurements
      9.9. Heat-Flux Meters
      9.10. pH Measurement
      9.11. Review Questions
      9.12. Problems
      9.13. References
      ch. 10 Force, Torque, and Strain Measurements
      10.1. Introduction
      10.2. Mass Balance Measurements
      10.3. Elastic Elements for Force Measurements
      10.4. Torque Measurements
      10.5. Stress and Strain
      10.6. Strain Measurements
      10.7. Electrical-Resistance Strain Gages
      10.8. Measurement of Resistance Strain-Gage Outputs
      10.9. Temperature Compensation
      10.10. Strain-Gage Rosettes
      10.11. Unbonded Resistance Strain Gage
      10.12. Review Questions
      10.13. Problems
      10.14. References
      ch. 11 Motion and Vibration Measurement
      11.1. Introduction
      11.2. Two Simple Vibration Instruments
      11.3. Principles of the Seismic Instrument
      11.4. Practical Considerations for Seismic Instruments
      11.5. Sound Measurements
      11.6. Review Questions
      11.7. Problems
      11.8. References
      ch. 12 Thermal- and Nuclear-Radiation Measurements
      12.1. Introduction
      12.2. Detection of Thermal Radiation
      12.3. Measurement of Emissivity
      12.4. Reflectivity and Transmissivity Measurements
      12.5. Solar Radiation Measurements
      12.6. Nuclear Radiation
      12.7. Detection of Nuclear Radiation
      12.8. Geiger-Muller Counter
      12.9. Ionization Chambers
      12.10. Photographic Detection Methods
      12.11. Scintillation Counter
      12.12. Neutron Detection
      12.13. Statistics of Counting
      12.14. Radiation Effects in Humans
      12.15. Review Questions
      12.16. Problems
      12.17. References
      ch. 13 Air-Pollution Sampling and Measurement
      13.1. Introduction
      13.2. Units for Pollution Measurement
      13.3. Air-Pollution Standards
      13.4. General Air-Sampling Train
      13.5. Gas Sampling Techniques
      13.6. Particulate Sampling Techniques
      13.7. Sulfur Dioxide Measurements
      13.8. Combustion Products Measurements
      13.9. Opacity Measurements
      13.10. Odor Measurement
      13.11. Review Questions
      13.12. Problems
      13.13. References
      ch. 14 Data Acquisition and Processing
      14.1. Introduction
      14.2. General Data Acquisition System
      14.3. Signal Conditioning Revisited
      14.4. Data Transmission
      14.5. Analog-to-Digital and Digital-to-Analog Conversion
      14.6. Data Storage and Display
      14.7. Program as a Substitute for Wired Logic
      14.8. Summary
      14.9. Glossary
      14.10. Review Questions
      14.11. Problems
      14.12. References
      ch. 15 Report Writing and Presentations
      15.1. Introduction
      15.2. Some General Comments
      15.3. Types of Reports
      15.4. Contents of a Report
      15.5. Graphical Presentations
      15.6. Miscellaneous Helpful Hints
      15.7. Word Processors and Computers
      15.8. Processing of Reports
      15.9. Oral Presentations
      15.10. Planning Sessions and Conferences
      15.11. Review Questions
      15.12. References
      ch. 16 Design of Experiments
      16.1. Introduction
      16.2. Types of Experiments
      16.3. Experiment Design Factors
      16.4. Experiment Design Protocol and Examples
      16.5. Summary
      16.6. Problems
      16.7. References.
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