Download or read book Doe Fundamentals Handbook - Mechanical Science (Volume 1 of 2) written by U. S. Department of Energy and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2016-05-12 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mechanical Science Handbook was developed to assist nuclear facility operating contractors in providing operators, maintenance personnel, and the technical staff with the necessary fundamentals training to ensure a basic understanding of mechanical components and mechanical science. The handbook includes information on diesel engines, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, and miscellaneous mechanical components. This information will provide personnel with a foundation for understanding the construction and operation of mechanical components that are associated with various DOE nuclear facility operations and maintenance.