Machine Design I:

Static and Fatigue Failure

Module 2: How to Succeed
Kathryn Wingate, Ph.D.
GWW School of Mechanical Engineering
Learning Outcomes

• Learning Outcome 1:
• Understand the different units of this course

• Learning Outcome 2:
• Understand critical techniques to succeed in this course
Machine Design

• Component Design or Mechanical Design

• Course Learning Outcomes:

• Understand impact of material properties
and operating environments on engineering
designs

• Apply fundamental engineering static and

fatigue analysis techniques to a variety of
complex design problems
Machine Design Course Overview
Mechanical Components

Fatigue Failure New theories

Quantitative: equations
Theories Understanding WHEN to use
SN Diagram
equations
Goodman Miner’s Rule

Static Failure Theories Strengthen existing knowledge

New theories
Stresses: : Bending, Axial, Torsion
Quantitative: equations
Distortion Energy Brittle Coulomb Mohr

Material Properties in Machine Design Strengthen existing knowledge

Build technical intuition
Processing CTE Creep
Qualitative
Ashby Plots Modulus Temperature Strength
Prerequisites

• Statics

• Solid Mechanics/Mechanics of
Materials/Deformable Bodies

• Links to Dr. Whiteman’s MOOCs on Statics

and Mechanics of Materials:

• Units will be both imperial and metric

Tips to Succeed:

• Watch all modules actively

• Work through end of module problems prior to

watching the next module

• Complete the worksheets, and then check work

with solutions

• Take each end of week quiz

• Abide by the standards of academic honesty and

the Coursera Honor Code

• No textbook is required.
Tips to Succeed:

• The class discussion forum will be a great learning

community that consists of your TA, myself, and
your peers

• Use the class discussion forum to post well-

thought-out questions and ideas

• Do not post quiz answers or solutions to the

discussion forum

• Be positive, constructive, and supportive on the

forum
 Course Overview

• Unit 1: Material Properties in Design

• Strength
• Modulus of Elasticity
• Ashby Plots
• Metals
• Temperature Effects

• Unit 2: Static Failure

• Unit 3: Fatigue Failure

Enjoy your learning experience!