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CATALOG DESCRIPTION
This course is an introduction to the dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. The material, based on a Newtonian formulation of the governing equations, is illustrated with numerous examples ranging from one-dimensional motion of a single particle to planar motions of rigid bodies and systems of rigid bodies. |
COURSE PREREQUISITES
Engineering 36, 77, and Mathematics 54.
TEXTBOOK(S) AND/OR OTHER REQUIRED MATERIAL
Required text: Dynamics - Analysis and Design of Systems in Motion, by
Benson H. Tongue and Sheri Sheppard
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Reintroduce students to Newton's 3 laws;
introduce rigorous kinematical analysis of
particles and rigid bodies;
discuss creation of equations of motion
for particles and rigid bodies in planar motion;
discuss orbital mechanics and general
momentum conservation problems;
introduce energy-based approaches to determining system motion.
DESIRED COURSE OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course students will be able to:
Determine the kinematics and kinetics to allow the
calculation of equations of motion for single particles,
multiple particles and rigid bodies, all in planar motion;
analyse the power-flow in planar mechanisms and determine
torque/power relationships in coupled, rotating bodies.
TOPICS COVERED
Rectilinear kinematics;
polar, path and cylindrical kinematics;
relative and constrained motion, rectilinear kinetics;
path and polar kinetics;
linear and angular momentum;
impact, in-line and oblique;
energy - potential, kinetic, work;
multiple particles;
rigid body kinematics;
relative motion;
curvilinear kinetics;
mass moment of inertia, circular kinetics, general kinetics;
general rigid body motion and momentum;
energy of rigid bodies.
CLASS/LABORATORY SCHEDULE
Three hours of lecture and one hour of discussion per week.
CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE TO MEETING THE PROFESSIONAL COMPONENT
This course contributes primarily to the students'
knowledge of engineering topics and does not
provide hands-on design experience.
It does strengthen the students' abilities to utilize
MATLAB as an experimental tool with which to
explore the dynamical response of complex systems.
RELATIONSHIP OF THE COURSE TO ABET PROGRAM OUTCOMES
This course provides invaluable training in the
modeling and analysis of dynamic systems and as
such provides a critical background for students wishing
to study vibrations, advanced dynamics, controls,
design, biomechanics, solid mechanics, and so on.
An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering
solutions in a global and societal context.
An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary
for engineering practice.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT PROGRESS TOWARD
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Bi-weekly quizzes;
weekly homework;
final examination.
PERSON(S) WHO PREPARED THIS DESCRIPTION: Benson Tongue
