Mechanics of Machines

Introduction Dr. Andrew Cashman

Welcome Back!!
Dr. Andrew Cashman Room: A245 E-mail: andrew.cashman@cit.ie Notes will be on blackboard MECH8013

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module you will be able to: 1. Creatively solve machinery problems and develop designs. 2. Evaluate machine designs, components or processes recommending improvements 3. Holistically solve machinery problems and design systems, by applying professional judgement in balancing risk, cost, benefit, safety and reliability 4. Carry out experimental work on machine systems 5. Write clear and concise laboratory reports on experimental work relating to machinery
Dr. Andrew Cashman MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Module Structure
Assessment breakdown: Course Work
Open-book examination Week 3 Short answer questions in class Week 6 Laboratory Reports Every week

100%
50% 30% 20%

End of semester formal examination Delivery of MECH8017:

Lecture Hours per week 6 Laboratory 2 Independent 2 Total 10

0%

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Recommended Reading
1. Meriam, J.L. & Kraige, L.G. Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics SI Version, 7th ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Recommended to buy! Will be used in 3rd and 4th year modules
Dr. Andrew Cashman MECH7013 Mechanics of Machines

Supplementary Book Resources

Uicker, J.J. and Pennock, G.R. 2003, Theory of Machines and Mechanisms, 3rd Ed., Oxford University Press New York [ISBN:019515598X] Waldron, K.J. and Kinzel, G.L. 2003, Kinematics, Dynamics and Design of Machinery, 2nd Ed., John Wiley and Sons Ltd. New York [ISBN: 0471244171]

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Indicative Content
Mechanisms Review of mechanism analysis methods, Coriolis acceleration Engine Balancing Balancing of a reciprocating mass, inline engine balance, primary and secondary forces and couples Toothed Gearing Epicyclic gear trains, compound epicycic trains, helical and worm gears, power transmission, lubrication

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Indicative Content
Gyroscope Gyroscopic effect, inertial navigation Vibration Analysis Free and forced vibration of one degree of freedom systems, damped vibrations, logarithmic decrement, damping ratio, forced and damped vibrations, phase, torsional vibrations (two and three rotor systems), transverse vibrations (shafts and beams), Dunkerely method, Rayleigh method, whirling of shafts

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Coursework Details
Week 3 - In class Exam (50%) Date and time to be confirmed in advance Probably towards the end of week 3.. Content to be advised

Open book exam!!

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Coursework Details
Week 6 In class short answer examination (30%) Will be discussed in detail prior to week 6 Worth 30% of overall grade Not open book!!!

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Coursework Details
Laboratory Reports 3 lab experiments:
Gyroscope Dunkerleys rule Torsional Vibrations

Week 1 Safety lab and report writing brief (Compulsory) Weeks 2-4 Experiments 1, 2 &3 Week 5 Repeat Lab session (For extenuating circumstances only!!)
Dr. Andrew Cashman MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Housekeeping
I will keep attendance records in lectures!! Try and be on time!! If late, come in quietly

If missing coursework/lectures let me know in advance if possible Most Importantly.ASK QUESTIONS!!

Dr. Andrew Cashman MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Questions?

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Topic 1 - Mechanisms
Recall from last year Graphical method used Analytical method will be covered in detail of rigid body rotation

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Topic 1 - Mechanisms
The right-angle bar rotates clockwise with an angular velocity which is decreasing at the rate of 4 rad/s2. Write the vector expressions for the velocity and acceleration of point A when =2 rad/s.

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Topic 1 - Mechanisms
For the instant represented when y=160mm, the piston rod of the hydraulic cylinder C imparts a vertical motion to the pin B consisting of y = 400mm / s and y = 100mm / s 2 For this instant determine the angular velocity and the angular acceleration of link OA. Members OA and AB make equal angles with the horizontal at this instant.

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines

Topic 1 - Mechanisms
This topic will initially address kinematics of rigid bodies and then progress to analysing kinetics of rigid bodies. We will use some lectures as tutorial sessions where you can attempt worked examples in class in preparation for exams.

Dr. Andrew Cashman

MECH8013 Mechanics of Machines