LibGuides: Mechanical Engineering: Trade Publications

Trade Publications

Trade publications are a great stepping-stone between books/encyclopedias, and journal articles. Commonly published by industry bodies at regular intervals (similar to magazines), they feature articles authored by people who typically hold a Bachelor-level degree in the field (or higher), written using non-expert language. Trade articles are useful when you have begun learning about a topic, but don't yet hold the expertise required to read journal articles.

This section of your Mechanical Engineering Research Guide introduces you to some trade publications, and where you can find them - both in print in BCIT Library, and online.

You can also use AskAway, or visit the Research Desk at BCIT Library, if you would like help finding trade publications on a particular topic.

Trade Publications at BCIT Library

Note: This is a sample of our broader collections. Use First Search, or select a database, to search material from a range of Mechanical Engineering trade publications!

IEEE Spectrum
Published by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, IEEE Spectrum publishes news stories, features, and special reports in areas across engineering and the applied sciences.
Machine Design
Machine Design is a popular choice for design engineers, with articles covering topics such as CAD/CAM, fluid power, and motion control.
Canadian Metalworking
Published by the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Canadian Metalworking publishes editorials, columns, industry news, and advancements in areas including metal processing, forming, and fabricating.
Mechanical Engineering Magazine
Published monthly by the American Society for Mechanical Engineers (ASME), featuring interdisciplinary articles on engineering trends and breakthroughs.

Databases for Trade Publication Articles

Academic Search Complete
A specific database from EBSCOhost, covering science and technology. Select 'Trade Publications' from the 'Publication Type' drop-down.
Advanced Technologies and Aerospace Database
A specific database from ProQuest. Select 'Magazines' and 'Trade Journals' from the 'Source Type' drop-down.
IEEE Xplore
A database published by IEEE to house their publications. Select 'Journals & Magazines' from the drop-down, then narrow further to 'Magazines' on the results page.

AskAway

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