Course Overview
The course covers kinematic and dynamic analysis of planar mechanisms and the procedure of selecting and sizing of their main power transmission components. Topics include overview of kinematics/dynamics of rigid bodies, kinematic analysis of planar mechanisms (position, velocity, acceleration), static/dynamic force analysis, actuator sizing, fundamentals of mechanical vibrations, and CAD/CAE motion simulation.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Explain the concept of degree of freedom and calculate the mobility of a mechanism.
- Identify the working principle of commonly used linkage mechanisms and their applications.
- Analyse the kinematics of planar mechanisms (position, velocity, and acceleration).
- Understand the behaviour of mechanical vibrations through an understanding of the effect of mass, stiffness, and damping.
- Determine the natural frequencies and mode shapes of mechanical structures.
- Use the graphical approach to perform static and dynamic force analysis.
- Size the electric motors based on utilizing the different transmission systems such as lead screws, gear boxes, pulleys, rack and pinions, conveyor systems, and belt-driven systems.
- Develop a CAD/CAE motion simulation to study the kinematics of mechanisms.
Effective as of Winter 2022
Related Programs
Design of Mechanisms (MECH 4446) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Energy
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Design Option)
Diploma Full-time
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