Mechanisms and Mechanical Devices Sourcebook --by Neil Schlater and Nicholas P. Chironis.
PLDL Ref TJ181 .S28 2007 (4th edition.)
Hundreds of mechanical devices are succinctly described: how they work, advantages, design hints, diagrams, and principle formulae are included.

1. Beginning ME students will find basic mechanisms
   
2. Continuing students will find advanced mechanisms
   
3. EE applications in ME are well represented (control, robotics)
   
4. Excellent source of ideas for design projects