Book Details:
• Author: R.S. Lehri
• Publisher: S.K. Kataria & Sons
• Edition: Reprint 2012
• Language: English
• Number of Pages: 1100
• Binding: Paperback
• Release Date: 01 January 2012
• ISBN: 9789350143131

Description:
This book is a comprehensive guide to strength of materials and mechanics of solids, specially designed for civil and mechanical engineering students. Written by R.S. Lehri, the book explains the principles of stress analysis, structural mechanics, and material behavior in a clear and systematic manner.

The book covers important topics including simple and compound stresses and strains, bending moments and shearing forces, centroid and moment of inertia, bending stresses, beam deflection, torsion, columns, strain energy, theories of failure, thin and thick cylinders, fixed beams, shear stress distribution, curved beams, springs, rotating rims and discs, combined loading, and riveted joints. It also includes appendices and index for quick reference and academic preparation.

With detailed explanations and well-organized chapters, this book serves as an excellent academic and reference resource for university studies, laboratory work, technical learning, and competitive examinations related to strength of materials and structural engineering.