Each of the four volumes of Ingenious Mechanisms is an independent treatise on the subject of mechanisms. The books are similar in size and general character, but the contents are different. The mechanisms described are grouped into chapters according to general types. Together with the complete index, this arrangement by function makes it easy to find the class of movement desired, and enables you to compare mechanisms which are similar in purpose but different in design.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Cam Applications and Special Cam Designs
Chapter 2 : Intermittent Motions from Gears and Cams
Chapter 3 : Intermittent Motions from Ratchet Gearing
Chapter 4 : Intermittent Motions of the Geneva Type
Chapter 5 : Tripping or Stop Mechanisms
Chapter 6 : Overload Relief Mechanisms and Automatic Safeguards
Chapter 7 : Reversing Mechanisms of Special Design
Chapter 8 : Drives of the Crank Type for Reciprocating Driven Members
Chapter 9 : Reciprocating Motions Derived from Cams, Gears, Levers and Special Mechanisms
Chapter 10 : Speed-Changing Mechanisms
Chapter 11 : Special Transmissions and Over-running Clutches
Chapter 12 : Self-Centering Pivoted Levers and Sliding Members
Chapter 13 : Multiple-Lever Mechanisms with Dwelling or Idle Periods and Other Special Lever Combinations
Chapter 14 : Feeding Mechanisms and Auxiliary Devices
Chapter 15 : Feeding and Ejecting Mechanisms for Power Presses
Chapter 16 : Miscellaneous Mechanisms or Mechanical Movements
Chapter 17 : Engine Valve Diagrams and Their Applications in Studying Valve Action
Index
