Course Purpose

To appraise knowledge, skills and attitude in analysis and synthesis of mechanisms of machines

 

 

Course Learning Outcomes

CLO 1: Apply algebraic and graphical approaches to dimensional of mechanisms of spatial mechanisms analysis

CLO 2: Analyze optimum design of planar linkages using operator Burmester Theory and Chebyshev polynomials

CLO 3: Use calculus methods to determine mechanisms of prescribed performance characteristics, spatial mechanisms analysis and design

CLO 4: Design a plan of vibrations of continuous systems such as beams and plate

 

Course Content

Analysis and Synthesis of Motion Generating Mechanisms: Analysis Techniques, Synthesis of Function, Path and Motion Generating Mechanisms, Algebraic and Graphical Approaches for Dimensions of Mechanisms of prescribed Performance Characteristics. Analysis and Design of Spatial Mechanisms: Matrix Methods and Multivariable Calculus, Optimization of Spatial Mechanisms for Various Applications, Design for Higher Order Requirements. Computational Based Analysis: Burmester Operator Theory, Complex Number Stretch Rotation Operators, and Chebyshev Polynomials for Design Optimization. Vibrations of Continuous Systems: Continuous Systems, Beams and Plates. Vibration Modes, Resonance, and Damping Mechanisms. Vibration Measurement Techniques: Analysis of Vibrations in Mechanical Systems, Interpret of Vibration Data for Diagnosis and Design Improvements.