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Engineering (Subject Guide)

Mechanical Engineering


  • A standard textbook covering fundamental to advanced topics in mechanical dynamics, including analytical mechanics, vibration, and rotating machinery. Uses diagrams and equations extensively. Ideal for independent learners and university students. Available as e-book only.

  • Practice book aimed at graduate entrance exams, featuring over 230 problems across various difficulty levels. Includes topics such as analytical mechanics, vibrations, and rotating machinery.

  • Problem set focused on graduate-level entrance exams, tailored to national and elite university levels. Offers detailed explanations and helps deepen understanding of the four core mechanics areas.

  • A database of journals, conference proceedings, and technical reports in the science and technology fields. Useful for exploring industrial, academic, and institutional research topics.

  • Provided by the Japan Atomic Energy Agency, this is an encyclopedia covering nuclear engineering, radiation, energy policy, and related topics.

Electrical Engineering


  • An introductory book that explains the basics of electric circuits with illustrations and simple language. Suitable for first-year university students and adult learners returning to study.

  • A textbook delving into the theoretical background of electric circuits, with methods involving complex numbers, Fourier transforms, and Laplace transforms.

  • A hands-on guide for using the LTspice circuit simulation tool, featuring practical examples focused on analog circuit design.

  • Database for journals, technical reports, and papers published by the IEEJ. Valuable for researchers in electrical engineering.

  • A global database provided by the IEEE, offering access to cutting-edge research across electrical, electronic, and communication fields.

Civil Engineering & Architecture


  • A beginner-friendly guide ideal for liberal arts students and non-specialists. Known for its clear structure and illustrations.

  • Official guidelines for the design, construction, and maintenance of civil structures in Japan.

  • A commemorative publication that summarizes the historical development of Japan's civil engineering. Useful as an introductory resource.

  • A compact guide presenting various works related to architecture and urban planning.

  • A comprehensive reference dictionary on topics related to architecture and cultural heritage. Not for loan.

Materials Engineering & Chemical Engineering


  • An accessible textbook that minimizes equations and emphasizes diagrams and practical examples. Designed for first-year engineering students.

  • Searchable database of JIS standards, technical specifications (TS), and technical reports (TR). User registration required.

  • Digital archive of journals, conference abstracts, and technical reports published by the society.

  • A powerful platform for searching scientific information including literature, patents, chemical substances, and organic reactions. Known for its user-friendly interface.

  • Premier online database for compounds, pharmaceuticals, and biologics. Updated quarterly for the latest data.


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