About the book: Design of Machine Elements is a textbook designed for the undergraduate mechanical engineering students. Being one of the best sellers on the subject, the book aims to provide detailed discussions on the principles, design considerations and applications of various machine elements. It uses simple language, illustrations, and numerous examples with an outcome-based learning approach. • Covers the latest AICTE model curriculum • New topics on types of load, design equations of failure theories, fatigue design under combined stresses, etc. • New examples based on Soderberg equation, ‘zn/p’ tables, principal stresses and construction of Mohr’s circle diagram • Use of Indian Standards throughout the book • Questions with answers based on GATE and other competitive examinations • Ample number of examples, short answer questions, practice problems and MCQs marked with level of difficulty.