Solid Mechanics and Design Applications

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School:

School of Computing and Engineering

Credit Rating:

Level (including FHEQ):

H (FHEQ Level 6)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2023-09-01

Module Leader:

Frankie Jackson

Version Number

2024.01

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study

Lecture

Tutorial and Project Supervision

Practical Classes and Demonstrations

Synopsis

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.

Learning Strategy

In this module the learners will engage in a blend of delivery methods facilitating both individual and collaborative aspects of learning to achieve the specified learning outcomes. In particular, this will require the learner to engage with the VLE content, including extensive pre-recorded teaching and support materials, where the learning … For more content click the Read More button below. Students with disability will be accommodated by close adherence to the University of Huddersfield guidelines which inter alia include: (i) pre-recorded materials with captions of suitable size, (ii) Power Point slides following the appropriate font size and colour contrast, (iii) early availability of all materials on VLE – typically at least two weeks in advance.

In this module the learners will engage in a blend of delivery methods facilitating both individual and collaborative aspects of learning to achieve the specified learning outcomes. In particular, this will require the learner to engage with the VLE content, including extensive pre-recorded teaching and support materials, where the learning is facilitated by the tutor-led two-way asynchronous discussion board. To focus the guided learning process, the tutor will set weekly quizzes/assignments (SAIL). These blended modes will be supported by an intensive block of face-to-face tutorial and seminar sessions during the term. These sessions will serve to reinforce the learning by clarifying the content through student-led questions/answers interaction. These sessions are followed up by tutorials, and to illustrate the module content and enable practice in more depth. Practical computer labs will give experience of relevant software and allow the application and development of learning.

Students with disability will be accommodated by close adherence to the University of Huddersfield guidelines which inter alia include: (i) pre-recorded materials with captions of suitable size, (ii) Power Point slides following the appropriate font size and colour contrast, (iii) early availability of all materials on VLE – typically at least two weeks in advance.

Outline Syllabus

Critical consideration of yield criteria, (Tresca, and von Mises) in combined loading Stress and Strain analysis in two- and three-dimensions using Mohr’s Circle Finite element formulation for stress analysis Applications of virtual and physical sensors; strain gauges and accelerometers Metal plasticity, computational and numerical techniques Thermal considerations for solid mechanics/ … For more content click the Read More button below. Fundamentals of machine design, dynamics and vibration

Critical consideration of yield criteria, (Tresca, and von Mises) in combined loading

Stress and Strain analysis in two- and three-dimensions using Mohr’s Circle

Finite element formulation for stress analysis

Applications of virtual and physical sensors; strain gauges and accelerometers

Metal plasticity, computational and numerical techniques

Thermal considerations for solid mechanics/ modelling

Fundamentals of machine design, dynamics and vibration

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will

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.

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.

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

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Focused classwork observations

Assessment 2: Other

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Description: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.

Assessment Weight:24

Assessment Length:10 Hours (Typical Effort)

Module Learning Outcomes:MLO1, MLO2, MLO3

Individual or Group:Individual

Final Assessment Component:No

Marked Anonymously:Yes

Eligible for Tutor Reassessment:No

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Assessment 3: In-Class Test

Assessment Criteria

Task 1 The accuracy with which learning is demonstrated Task 2 The quality of judgement used in setting up the finite element simulation The clarity with which model is presented and appropriately defended Finite element model should give a valid solution to the problem being analysed. Finite element model should … For more content click the Read More button below. The quality of the analysis is defended by clearly presenting appropriate results and a thorough and convincing interrogation of those results Task 3 Descriptive answers are clearly written, with an appropriate level of critical appraisal and discussion. Descriptive answers demonstrate clear understanding of the required range of knowledge. Descriptive answers provide clear, justified conclusions. Calculations are accurate. Calculations are clearly expressed.

Task 1

The accuracy with which learning is demonstrated

Task 2

The quality of judgement used in setting up the finite element simulation

The clarity with which model is presented and appropriately defended

Finite element model should give a valid solution to the problem being analysed.

Finite element model should give an efficient solution to the problems being analysed..

The quality of the analysis is defended by clearly presenting appropriate results and a thorough and convincing interrogation of those results

Task 3

Descriptive answers are clearly written, with an appropriate level of critical appraisal and discussion. Descriptive answers demonstrate clear understanding of the required range of knowledge. Descriptive answers provide clear, justified conclusions. Calculations are accurate. Calculations are clearly expressed.

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