MEC4426

Computer-aided design

B T Kuhnell

6 points · 22 lecture hours and 22 tutorial hours · Second semester · Clayton · Prerequisites: MEC3403 · Prohibitions: MEC4422, CME4616, CME4617

Objectives The use of digital computer in solving engineering design problems, especially the finite element method for static stress analysis. To understand the need for optimal solutions to design problems, the nature of optimisation problems and that real problems have constraints and to gain knowledge of optimisation techniques.

Synopsis Figures of merit, single variable optimisation, selection of optimal materials, multivariable optimisation, optimisation techniques. FEM, FEA, boundary conditions, symmetry, displacement loading, press fits, rigid links, seam/spot welds, advanced FEA.

Assessment Written: 100%

Recommended texts

Balachandran M B Knowledge based optimum design Computational Mechanics Publications 1993
Baumesiter (ed) Marks' handbook for mechanical engineers McGraw-Hill
Desai C S Elementary finite element method Prentice-Hall 1979
Reddy J N An introduction to the finite element method McGraw-Hill 1984
Wilde B Foundations of optimization Prentice-Hall

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