Monash University engineering handbook 1995

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MEE2321

Mechanics of machines 1

J Burt

4 points * 39 lecture hours, 13 laboratory hours * First semester * Caulfield * Prerequisites: ENC1302

General dynamics: linear and rotational motion and momentum. Friction: static and kinetic, inclined plane. Screw application. Friction clutches and thrust bearings. Simple shoe brakes, expanding shoe and band brakes. Turning moment diagrams and flywheels. Belt drives: centrifugal and driving tension, grooved pulley, initial tension, belt creep. Gear trains: simple and compound, epicyclic, torque and tooth forces, acceleration of geared systems. Cams: follower types, motion, cam kinetics, development of cam profile. Spring force, reaction force.

Assessment

Examinations (3 hours): 70% * Laboratory work, a 1-hour test and tutorials: 30%

Recommended texts

Hannah J and Stephens R C Mechanics of machines: Advanced theory and examples 2nd edn, Arnold, 1972

Shigley J E Mechanical engineering design 1st metric edn, McGraw-Hill, 1986


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