Standard Handbook of Fastening and Joining

Mechanical and design engineers will welcome this edition of the only comprehensive handbook covering virtually all fastening and joining methods. Now with 325 additional pages, the Third Edition substantially updates seven seconds, and features five entirely new sections on: shafts and coupling--seals and packings--self-clinching fasteners--robotic assembly--and innovative connections. Readers will find a unique, ``4-Step Problem Solving System'' that simplifies the job of locating essential information to fit the proper fastening and joining system to the required application. All current standards are presented in tabular form for quick and easy reference, and components are shown in clear illustrations for immediate understanding.