MEE2321

Mechanics of machines 1

A Shrivastava

4 points
* 36 lecture hours and 12 laboratory hours
* First semester
* Caulfield
* Prerequisites: ENC1302

Objectives To develop skills and understanding related to the design or selection of basic machine elements in engineering applications.

Synopsis 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 Examination (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