MA 1106Mechanics, MA 3206 Materials Science for Engineers, MA3006 Machine Parts, Matrix, Knowledge of IT tools and 3D CAD.
The course will provide students with an understanding of advanced dimensioning and strength calculation. At the end of the course, students will:
* understand the relationship between load, stress and deformation,
* understand multiaxial stress states in a construction element and simple constructions,
* be able to analyse and evaluate stress states in a construction element and simple constructions,
* be able to dimension construction elements and simple constructions
Furthermore, the course will provide students with practical exercises and experience in software-based (COSMOSWorks) strength calculation, using FEM.
Introduction to FEM and FEM terminology. Partition of structure into elements, describing element properties and then system properties. Definition of stiffness matrices, definition of stress and stretch, determination of load situation and boundary conditions. Solving sets of equations through matrix calculation and evaluation of results. Criteria for dimensioning of machine parts and construction according to Standards Norway NS 3472. FEM will be approached through manual, analytical exercises, as well as through computer-based exercises.
Lectures, obligatory manual and PC exercises and self study.
The final course grade is calculated thus:
Final assessment (final examination) 70 %
Continuous assessment (exercises) 30 %
At least 80% of the exercises must be completed and approved in order to sit the final examination.
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