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ME 862 - Advanced Mechanical System Design

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course reviews the analysis of springs and screws when subjected to a combination of steady and alternating loads. The course investigates the design and analysis of advanced machine components. Included are topics such as belting, clutches, brakes, welds, rivets, journal bearings, cams, impact stresses and fans. (prereq: graduate standing, ME-205 or equivalent, ME-206 or equivalent, ME-207 or equivalent)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
• design and analyze advanced machine components
Prerequisites by Topic
• Machine components and design
Course Topics
• Design of nonpermanent joints
• Stresses in curved beams
• Brakes, Clutches, and belt drives
• Springs
• Impact stresses
• Lubrication & journal bearings
Coordinator
Mohammad Mahinfalah


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