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ENG08032 2019 Mechanics of Machines

General Details

Full Title
Mechanics of Machines
Transcript Title
Mechanics of Machines
Code
ENG08032
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ENG - Engineering
Department
MENG - Mech. and Electronic Eng.
Level
08 - NFQ Level 8
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Sean Dalton, Conall Doran
Programme Membership
SG_EPREC_K08 201900 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Precision Engineering & Design (Add-on)
Description

The purpose of this module to give students an understanding of fundamental mechanics and dynamics principles in order to make them aware of the forces present in the operation of high volume automated packaging and assembly machinery and also to make them aware of the effect of these forces in terms of machine deflection, vibration or component failure.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;

1.

Solve beam deflection for a combination of concentrated and distributed loads.

2.

Solve bending and torsion problems where loads cause plastic behaviour.

3.

Calculate stresses using strain rosette data for parts under complex loading.

4.

Solve problems involving linear and rotatory motion.

5.

Solve problems involving dynamic balancing.

6.

Construct computer simulated solutions to stress analysis and mechanism problems.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching and learning will take place through lectures on the theoretical material and practicals involving the computer simulations. 

Fulltime
The theoretical and background material will be presented through a series of lectures. Application of the theory will be demonstrated in class, supported by computer simulations.

Online
This module will be delivered using blended learning techniques. The theoretical and background material will be presented through a series of online lectures. Application of the theory will be supported by computer simulations..

Module Assessment Strategies

Continuous assessment (20%)

Final exam (80%)

 

Repeat Assessments

Repeat assessment will involve sitting a final exam and/or resubmission of assignments.

Indicative Syllabus

  • Deflection and stiffness : slope and deflection of beams using standard equations and Macaulay's method for general load cases.
  • Elastic plastic behaviour : elastic/plastic bending & torsion, residual stresses, spring-back.
  • Complex stresses and strains :  strain-stress relationship in bi-axial loading, plane stress/plane strain, complex strains, analytical solutions of strain gauges measurements.
  • Review of dynamics fundamentals : Newton’s laws, equations of linear and angular rotation.
  • Dynamics of rotation : moment of inertia, parallel and perpendicular axis theorems, acceleration of geared systems, combined linear/rotational movement.
  • Static and dynamic balancing : masses in single plane, masses in several transverse planes.
  • Mathematical modelling and simulation of mechanisms : e.g., scotch yoke, slider crank, universal joint, etc.

Coursework & Assessment Breakdown

Coursework & Continuous Assessment
20 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
80 %

Coursework Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 Simulation practical Practical Assessment 20 % OnGoing 6
             
             

End of Semester / Year Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 Final Exam Final Exam Assessment 80 % End of Semester 1,2,3,4,5,6
             
             

Full Time Mode Workload


Type Location Description Hours Frequency Avg Workload
Lecture Lecture Theatre Lectures 3 Weekly 3.00
Independent Learning Not Specified Independent Learning 5 Weekly 5.00
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours

Online Learning Mode Workload


Type Location Description Hours Frequency Avg Workload
Lecture Not Specified Lecture 1 Weekly 1.00
Directed Learning Not Specified Directed Learning 1 Weekly 1.00
Independent Learning Not Specified Independent Learning 6 Weekly 6.00
Total Online Learning Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours

Required & Recommended Book List

Recommended Reading
1990-11-16 Mechanics of Machines Macmillan International Higher Education
ISBN 9781349211128 ISBN-13 1349211125
Required Reading
2011 Theory of Machines and Mechanisms Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 0195371232 ISBN-13 9780195371239

Theory of Machines and Mechanisms covers the fundamentals of mechanisms, kinematics, and dynamics of machines. Known for its simplicity and clarity of writing style, the revised fourth edition features more worked examples throughout, new and updated end-of-chapter homework problems, and new information on synthesis and curvature theory. With a collection of MATLAB examples designed to tie the material in with MATLAB software and an in-text CD featuring working model animations of key concepts from the book, this is an ideal resource for students studying mechanical engineering.

Required Reading
2013-09-19 Machines and Mechanisms Pearson New International Edition
ISBN 9814576158 ISBN-13 9789814576154

Module Resources

Non ISBN Literary Resources

Ryder, GH., Bennett, M D., Mechanics of Machines, ISBN 9781349211128

John Joseph Uicker, G. R. Pennock, Joseph Edward Shigley, Theory of Machines and Mechanisms, ISBN 0195371232

Myszka, H., Machines and Mechanisms, ISBN 9814576158

 

Journal Resources

N/A

URL Resources

N/A

Other Resources

Motion analysis software :

  • Mechanism Simulation Software (e.g., Working Model 2D ( Design Simulation Technologies))
  • 3D-CAD based Motion Simulation Software (e.g. SolidWorks Motion Simulation Software (Dassault Systemes))

 

Additional Information

N/A