All Engineering Books

Introduction to Risk and Failures Risk and failure are inherent aspects of any system, process, or activity. Understanding and managing these elements is critical to ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of operations across industries. This article explores the fundamental concepts of risk and failure, their causes and consequences, and …

Essential Practices for Process Safety Culture Process safety culture is a critical component in the successful and safe operation of industries dealing with hazardous materials and complex systems. It encompasses the shared values, attitudes, and behaviors of employees and management toward identifying, managing, and mitigating process safety risks. A robust …

Workplace Health and Safety International Perspectives Workplace health and safety (WHS) is a universal concern that transcends industries and geographies, aiming to safeguard the well-being of employees and ensure operational efficiency. In an interconnected world, international perspectives on WHS are vital for sharing best practices, understanding diverse regulatory frameworks, and …

Gas Turbine Combined Cycle Power Plants: A Comprehensive Overview Introduction Gas Turbine Combined Cycle (GTCC) power plants represent a high-efficiency solution to modern power generation needs. By blending the strengths of both gas and steam turbines in a single system, they achieve thermal efficiencies exceeding 60%, significantly reducing fuel consumption …

Wind and Solar Power Systems Design, Analysis, and Operation (2021) by Mukund R. Patel. The book is designed and tested as a textbook for a semester course for university seniors in electrical and mechanical engineering fields. The practicing engineers will get detailed treatment of this rapidly growing power industry segment. …

  Coal-Fired Power Generation: Fundamentals, Systems, and the Future Coal-fired power generation has historically been the backbone of electricity supply for many nations. Despite increasing interest in renewables, coal remains an integral part of the global energy mix, especially in developing countries. Understanding the complete coal power cycle—from resource occurrence …

Definitions, Conversions, and Calculations for OSHA Introduction Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of employees in various work environments. Their primary responsibility is to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement measures to prevent accidents and occupational diseases. To perform …

  Power Piping Systems: An Engineering Guide Based on ASME B31.1 Power piping systems are critical components in the infrastructure of thermal power plants, industrial facilities, and process plants. The ASME B31.1 Code—Power Piping Code—sets the benchmark for the design, fabrication, inspection, and testing of piping systems associated with electric …

5-Minute Workplace Safety Talks manual by J.J. Keller’s easy-to-use gives you fingertip access to more than 100 different safety talks. The Safety Talks assists you by providing the tools you need to conduct employee safety talks. Such training sessions, usually 5-15 minutes long and conducted weekly at the start of …

Boiler Operator’s Guide 5th Edition 2021. This book has been widely used by boiler personnel all over the world. From the classroom to the control room of any plant, it is an excellent reference for the boiler industry. It covers the complete life cycle of the boiler, from design to …

Guide to Electric Power Generation 3rd edition by A.J. Pansini. This book covers only the how, when and where electrical energy is produced. Other texts cover how it is delivered to the consumer. The operations of an electric system, like other enterprises, may be divided into three areas: Electric Generation …

Masonry Instant Answers address questions that arise at the job site during the course of masonry construction. Materials and installation issues are explained in an easily grasped format that is filled with tables and figures. Both industry recommendations and code requirements for masonry construction and inspection of the construction are …