An Introduction to Environmental Test Engineering

by Andy Tomlinson CEng HonFSEE

Published by New Generation Publishing, 2019. ISBN 978-1-78955-401-4. Hardcover.
Available on-line from Amazon, Waterstones, etc.

This new book (published 17th January 2019) by Andy Tomlinson has grown out of a range of short courses which he has delivered for industry over the last 35 years, many in conjunction with the UK Society of Environmental Engineers. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject for the novice environmental test engineer and will be an essential reference book for the test laboratory.

Whilst, numerous publications are available covering the individual themes of vibration, shock, temperature, humidity, etc., this text draws together these important topics and provides, with a practical focus, an inclusive view from the perspective of an environmental test engineer.

Key features

Details of measurement, analysis and control procedures to simulate a wide range of test environments

Clear and concise explanations of concepts, techniques and pitfalls in testing

Includes derivations, pertinent formulae, charts, nomograms, calculation and empirical data needed on a day to day basis

Contents

Dynamic Testing Overview; Signals and their Representation; Vibration and Shock Measurement; Electromagnetic Vibration Generators; Power Supplies for E/M Generators; Mechanical (Classical) Shock; Shock Response Spectra; Signal Analysis Techniques; Vibration Fixtures; Vibration Control; Maximax Response Spectra; Fatigue Damage Spectra; Climatic Testing Overview; Temperature Testing and Measurement; Humidity Testing and Measurement; Climatic Control Systems; Heating and Refrigeration Plant; Altitude Testing; Solar Radiation; Measurement Uncertainty; Contamination Testing.

About the Author

Andy Tomlinson was a senior lecturer at Cranfield University, where he ran contract research activities and built a significant portfolio of training courses in environmental testing. After retiring from Cranfield he ran his own company which provided short courses on a variety of environmental testing topics, training over 4000 delegates from the UK and Europe. Andy is a professionally registered Chartered Engineer in the UK and an Honorary Fellow of the Society of Environmental Engineers.

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