Solid Mechanics and Design Applications - NHM2421

Assessment 1: Focused classwork observations

In practical computer labs, formative assessment and feedback will be available from the module tutor based on hands on performance. 

Focused classwork observations

Assessment 2: Other

Other

Assessment 3: In-Class Test

Whole syllabus, unseen, closed book, in person.

In-Class Test

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Finite element analysis (FEA) of a mechanical component.

Written Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Taught material will contribute an element every week to the SAIL programme (Score As I Learn) submitted via the VLE platform. 11 x 15 minutes weekly assignments (quizzes). Each assignment (quiz) will be worth 3%. Taking the best 8 out of 11 scores. 

Written Assignment 

<p>This module will extend your knowledge of the scientific principles utilized in static, thermal and dynamic analyses of mechanical and industrial machine components and systems. You will recognize the role that mathematical and computer-based modelling plays in these types of analysis. Utilizing the knowledge in mechanics of materials, you will be equipped with the appropriate approaches to stresses, strains and strengths analyses of machine components subjected to various loading conditions. By solving various linear/non-linear and thermal structural problems, you will gain an invaluable experience of using software of this type to equip you with the skills of executing accurate and cost-effective finite element analysis. You will attain the methods required in industrial machine components’ design utilizing appropriate fundamentals, failure theories and numerical techniques. Furthermore, the module will let you develop your knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of industrial machines and mechanisms, their related vibration and its analysis and reduction methods. </p>

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Mechanical Engineering

NHM2421 - Solid Mechanics and Design Applications

Solid Mechanics and Design Applications

Coherent and detailed knowledge and understanding of the design techniques and the scientific principles and approaches utilized in static, thermal and dynamic analyses of mechanical and industrial machine components and systems.

Respond accurately and concisely with suitably selected vibration reduction methods to solve problems involving mechanical vibrating systems and industrial machinery/equipment. 

Systematic and detailed knowledge and understanding of the theoretical basis of finite element analysis, modelling approaches, and solution techniques employed in linear/non-linear and thermal structural problems.

Apply scientific and mathematical principles and failure theories to the design and analysis of mechanical and industrial machine components subjected to various loading conditions.

Initiate and carry out accurate and robust finite element analyses to solve different complex linear, non-linear and thermal structural problems of mechanical and industrial machine components. 

Identify the appropriate settings and boundary conditions to systematically construct, manage and interpret the results from original models undergoing complex plastic, large deflection and contact- and thermal-induced deformation.