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= Mechanics and Machines =
  
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* '''Course name''': Mechanics and Machines
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* '''Subject area''': Mechanical engineering, modeling and design of mechanisms and machines
   
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== Short Description ==
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* <span>'''Course name:'''</span> Mechanics and Machines
  
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This course covers the following concepts: Mechanical engineering: Methods of calculation and design of mechanisms and machines.
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== Course Characteristics ==
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== Prerequisites ==
   
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=== Prerequisite subjects ===
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== What subject area does your course (discipline) belong to? ==
  
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* [https://eduwiki.innopolis.university/index.php/BSc:MathematicalAnalysisII CSE203 — Mathematical Analysis II]
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* [https://eduwiki.innopolis.university/index.php/BSc:DifferentialEquations CSE205 — Differential Equations]
   
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=== Prerequisite topics ===
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Mechanical engineering, modeling and design of mechanisms and machines
  
   
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* [https://eduwiki.innopolis.university/index.php/BSc:MathematicalAnalysisII CSE203 — Mathematical Analysis II]: Linear algebra, vectors and matrices, partial derivatives, Theoretical Mechanics
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=== Key concepts of the class ===
  
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* [https://eduwiki.innopolis.university/index.php/BSc:DifferentialEquations CSE205 — Differential Equations]: ODE
   
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== Course Topics ==
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* Mechanical engineering: Methods of calculation and design of mechanisms and machines
  
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The development of any classes of robots and the use of robots in industry requires the engineer to have knowledge and skills in the analysis and synthesis of mechanisms, the dynamic calculation of mechanisms and machines, the calculation of strength and rigidity, the ability to read drawings and work in modern CAD and CAE systems.
  
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| Introduction to Engineering ||
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# Reading engineering drawings.
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# Types of joining machine parts.
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# Overview of axles, shafts, bearings, couplings.
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# Overview of materials used in mechanical engineering.
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# Overview of parts manufacturing methods.
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# Overview of surface treatments.
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# Application of CAD / CAE systems for the design of machine parts.
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| Theory of mechanisms and machines ||
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# Structural analysis of mechanisms
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# Kinematic analysis of mechanisms
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# Kinematic analysis of gears
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# Force and dynamic analysis of mechanisms
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# Dynamic characteristics of machines
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# Synthesis of mechanisms
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# Balancing mechanisms
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# Vibration and vibration protection
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# Application of CAD / CAE systems for kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms
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| Strength of materials ||
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# Introduction to the resistance of materials
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# Stresses and deformations
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# Stretching and compression
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# Pure shift
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# Torsion
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# Bending
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# Dynamic loads
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# Cyclic loads
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== Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) ==
   
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=== What is the main purpose of this course? ===
 
The purpose of the course is to give broad basic knowledge in mechanical engineering and to show the modern capabilities of computer technology for solving engineering problems. The course covers topics such as the strength of materials and the theory of mechanisms and machines. The objective of the course is to provide knowledge and skills that are useful in the development of new robots, and are also necessary for the effective use of industrial robots for various types of material processing.
  
The purpose of the course is to give broad basic knowledge in mechanical engineering and to show the modern capabilities of computer technology for solving engineering problems. The course covers topics such as the strength of materials and the theory of mechanisms and machines. The objective of the course is to provide knowledge and skills that are useful in the development of new robots, and are also necessary for the effective use of industrial robots for various types of material processing.
   
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=== Course objectives based on Bloom’s taxonomy ===
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=== ILOs defined at three levels ===
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=== - What should a student remember at the end of the course? ===
  
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By the end of the course, the students should be able to remember and recognize
  
   
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==== Level 1: What concepts should a student know/remember/explain? ====
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By the end of the course, the students should be able to ...
 
* Various types of joining machine parts,
  
* Various types of joining machine parts,
 
* Various methods of manufacturing machine parts and processing their surfaces,
  
* Various methods of manufacturing machine parts and processing their surfaces,
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* The main problems of strength and stiffness calculation.
  
* The main problems of strength and stiffness calculation.
   
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=== - What should a student be able to understand at the end of the course? ===
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==== Level 2: What basic practical skills should a student be able to perform? ====
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By the end of the course, the students should be able to describe and explain
  
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* How to read engineering drawings,
  
* How to read engineering drawings,
 
* How to choose a method of joining machine parts,
  
* How to choose a method of joining machine parts,
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* How to evaluate the strength and stiffness of machine parts
  
* How to evaluate the strength and stiffness of machine parts
   
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=== - What should a student be able to apply at the end of the course? ===
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==== Level 3: What complex comprehensive skills should a student be able to apply in real-life scenarios? ====
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By the end of the course, the students should be able to ...
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By the end of the course, the students should be able to
  
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* Design simple machinery using a CAD system
  
* Design simple machinery using a CAD system
 
* Perform kinematic and dynamic calculations of mechanisms and machines
  
* Perform kinematic and dynamic calculations of mechanisms and machines
 
* Synthesize and optimize mechanisms in accordance with specified requirements
  
* Synthesize and optimize mechanisms in accordance with specified requirements
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* Perform strength and stiffness calculations manually and using a CAD system
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* Perform strength and stiffness calculations manually and using a CAD system
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== Grading ==
   
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=== Course evaluation ===
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=== Course grading range ===
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| A. Excellent || 90-100 || -
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| B. Good || 75-89 || -
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| C. Satisfactory || 60-74 || -
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| D. Poor || 0-59 || -
 
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=== Course activities and grading breakdown ===
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The course grades are given according to the following rules: Research project = 50 pts, Quizzes (5) = 10 pts, Midterm exam = 20 pts, Final exam 20 pts.
  
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| A. Excellent
  
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| Labs/seminar classes || 10
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| B. Good
  
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| Interim performance assessment || 50
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| C. Satisfactory
  
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| Exams || 40
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=== Recommendations for students on how to succeed in the course ===
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=== Resources and reference material ===
  
   
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Main textbook:
  
   
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== Resources, literature and reference materials ==
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=== Open access resources ===
 
* Michael M. Stanišic Mechanisms and Machines: Kinematics, Dynamics, and Synthesis, 2015
  
* Michael M. Stanišic Mechanisms and Machines: Kinematics, Dynamics, and Synthesis, 2015
 
* Dietmar Gross et al. Engineering Mechanics 2: Mechanics of Materials, 2018
  
* Dietmar Gross et al. Engineering Mechanics 2: Mechanics of Materials, 2018
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* Vitor Dias da Silva Mechanics and Strength of Materials 2006
  
* Vitor Dias da Silva Mechanics and Strength of Materials 2006
 
* Frolov K.V. at al. Teoriya mechanizmov i mashin 1987 - in Russian
  
* Frolov K.V. at al. Teoriya mechanizmov i mashin 1987 - in Russian
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* Fedorova N.N. at al. Osnovy paboty v ANSYS 17, 2017 - in Russian
  
* Fedorova N.N. at al. Osnovy paboty v ANSYS 17, 2017 - in Russian
   
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=== Software and tools used within the course ===
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| Introduction to Engineering
  
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| Homework and group projects || 1 || 1 || 1
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| Theory of mechanisms and machines
  
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| Strength of materials
  
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| Oral polls || 1 || 1 || 1
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Introduction to Engineering
  
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=== Topics covered in this section: ===
  
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* Reading engineering drawings.
  
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* Types of joining machine parts.
  
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* Overview of axles, shafts, bearings, couplings.
  
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* Overview of materials used in mechanical engineering.
  
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* Overview of parts manufacturing methods.
  
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* Overview of surface treatments.
  
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* Application of CAD / CAE systems for the design of machine parts.
  
   
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=== What forms of evaluation were used to test students’ performance in this section? ===
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=== Ongoing performance assessment ===
   
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==== Section 1 ====
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| Question || Make projections the part according to its 3D model or image. || 1
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| Homework and group projects
  
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| Question || Make a 3D model of the part according to its drawing. || 1
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| Midterm evaluation
  
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| Question || Suggest a method of manufacturing a part according to its drawing and description. || 1
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| Testing (written or computer based)
  
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| Question || Suggest a way to connect parts according to their description. || 1
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| Reports
  
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| Question || Suggest a method for transmitting movement in a machinery by describing its functions. || 1
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| Essays
  
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| Question || Analyze the parts of a given mechanism or construction. || 0
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| Oral polls
  
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| Question || Using a CAD-system, make solid-state 3D-models of parts of a given mechanism or construction || 0
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# Make projections the part according to its 3D model or image.
  
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# Make a 3D model of the part according to its drawing.
  
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# Suggest a method of manufacturing a part according to its drawing and description.
  
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# Suggest a way to connect parts according to their description.
  
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# Suggest a method for transmitting movement in a machinery by describing its functions.
  
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=== Typical questions for seminar classes (labs) within this section ===
  
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# Analyze the parts of a given mechanism or construction.
  
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# Using a CAD-system, make solid-state 3D-models of parts of a given mechanism or construction
  
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# Make a 3D model of the assembly of a given mechanism or construction
  
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# Make and describe drawings of parts of a given mechanism or construction
  
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=== Test questions for final assessment in this section ===
  
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# Describe the principles of solid modeling in CAD systems.
  
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# Describe the scope, advantages and disadvantages of various ways of joining machine parts.
  
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# Describe the scope, advantages and disadvantages of various bearings.
  
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# Describe the basic methods for manufacturing parts and processing their surfaces, their advantages and disadvantages.
  
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=== Section 2 ===
  
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Theory of mechanisms and machines
  
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=== Topics covered in this section: ===
  
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* Structural analysis of mechanisms
  
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* Kinematic analysis of mechanisms
  
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* Kinematic analysis of gears
  
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* Force and dynamic analysis of mechanisms
  
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* Dynamic characteristics of machines
  
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* Synthesis of mechanisms
  
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* Balancing mechanisms
  
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* Vibration and vibration protection
  
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* Application of CAD / CAE systems for kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms
  
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=== What forms of evaluation were used to test students’ performance in this section? ===
  
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{|
  
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| Question || Make a 3D model of the assembly of a given mechanism or construction || 0
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| Development of individual parts of software product code
  
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| Question || Make and describe drawings of parts of a given mechanism or construction || 0
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| Homework and group projects
  
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| Question || Propose the structure of the mechanism for the implementation of the given functions || 1
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| Testing (written or computer based)
  
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| Question || Calculate the trajectories, velocities and accelerations of specific points and links of the mechanism || 1
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| Reports
  
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| Question || Calculate gear transfer functions || 1
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| Essays
  
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| Question || Calculate the forces arising in the mechanism during its movement || 1
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| Oral polls
  
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| Question || Calculate mechanism balancing parameters || 1
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| Discussions
  
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=== Typical questions for ongoing performance evaluation within this section ===
  
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# Propose the structure of the mechanism for the implementation of the given functions
  
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# Calculate the trajectories, velocities and accelerations of specific points and links of the mechanism
  
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# Calculate gear transfer functions
  
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# Calculate the forces arising in the mechanism during its movement
  
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# Calculate mechanism balancing parameters
  
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# Make a 3D model of the mechanism in a CAD system, check its operability
  
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=== Typical questions for seminar classes (labs) within this section ===
  
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# Apply kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms and gears.
  
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# Perform a synthesis of mechanisms to implement the specified functions.
  
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# Make engine selection according to dynamic characteristics.
  
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# Calculate balancing mechanisms, including the use of flywheels.
  
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# Perform vibration analysis and vibration protection design.
  
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=== Test questions for final assessment in this section ===
  
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# Describe the different types of gears, their advantages and disadvantages.
  
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# Describe the method of selecting the type of gears.
  
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# Describe the main problems of structural, kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms.
  
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# Describe the methods of kinematic and dynamic analysis on the example of a given mechanism.
  
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# Describe the methods of balancing mechanisms
  
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=== Section 3 ===
  
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==== Section title: ====
  
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Strength of materials
  
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==== Topics covered in this section: ====
  
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* Introduction to the resistance of materials
  
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* Stresses and deformations
  
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* Stretching and compression
  
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* Pure shift
  
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* Torsion
  
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* Bending
  
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* Dynamic loads
  
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* Cyclic loads
  
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=== What forms of evaluation were used to test students’ performance in this section? ===
  
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{|
  
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!align="center"| '''Yes/No'''
  
 
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| Question || Make a 3D model of the mechanism in a CAD system, check its operability || 1
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| Development of individual parts of software product code
  
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|align="center"| 0
  
 
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| Question || Apply kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms and gears. || 0
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| Homework and group projects
  
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|align="center"| 1
  
 
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| Question || Perform a synthesis of mechanisms to implement the specified functions. || 0
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| Midterm evaluation
  
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|align="center"| 0
  
 
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| Question || Make engine selection according to dynamic characteristics. || 0
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| Testing (written or computer based)
  
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|align="center"| 1
  
 
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| Question || Calculate balancing mechanisms, including the use of flywheels. || 0
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| Reports
  
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|align="center"| 0
  
 
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| Question || Perform vibration analysis and vibration protection design. || 0
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| Essays
  
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| Oral polls
  
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| Question || Calculate stresses and strains in a bar loaded with stretching or compressive force. || 1
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| Discussions
  
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| Question || Calculate stresses in shear stresses in riveted or welded joints. || 1
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| Question || Calculate stress and strain of a shaft loaded with torque. || 1
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=== Typical questions for ongoing performance evaluation within this section ===
  
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# Calculate stresses and strains in a bar loaded with stretching or compressive force.
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| Question || Calculate stress and strain of a beam loaded with bending moments. || 1
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# Calculate stresses in shear stresses in riveted or welded joints.
  
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| Question || Using a CAD system, calculate stresses and deformations of parts of the developed mechanism. || 1
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# Calculate stress and strain of a shaft loaded with torque.
  
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# Calculate stress and strain of a beam loaded with bending moments.
  
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| Question || Apply methods of resistance of materials to assess the operability of parts in cases of simple loading. || 0
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# Using a CAD system, calculate stresses and deformations of parts of the developed mechanism.
  
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| Question || Apply a CAD system to calculate and evaluate the operability of parts in cases of complex loading. || 0
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==== Typical questions for seminar classes (labs) within this section ====
  
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# Apply methods of resistance of materials to assess the operability of parts in cases of simple loading.
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| Question || Design and optimize the shape of parts depending on the conditions of their loading. || 0
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# Apply a CAD system to calculate and evaluate the operability of parts in cases of complex loading.
  
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| Question || Apply a method for evaluating the durability and reliability of parts. || 0
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# Design and optimize the shape of parts depending on the conditions of their loading.
  
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# Apply a method for evaluating the durability and reliability of parts.
  
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=== Final assessment ===
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'''Section 1'''
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==== Test questions for final assessment in this section ====
  
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# Describe the principles of solid modeling in CAD systems.
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# Describe the scope, advantages and disadvantages of various ways of joining machine parts.
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# Describe the scope, advantages and disadvantages of various bearings.
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# Describe the basic methods for manufacturing parts and processing their surfaces, their advantages and disadvantages.
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'''Section 2'''
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# Describe the different types of gears, their advantages and disadvantages.
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# Describe the method of selecting the type of gears.
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# Describe the main problems of structural, kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms.
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# Describe the methods of kinematic and dynamic analysis on the example of a given mechanism.
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# Describe the methods of balancing mechanisms
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'''Section 3'''
 
# Describe the fundamental principles and basic laws of strength of materials.
  
# Describe the fundamental principles and basic laws of strength of materials.
 
# Describe the calculation method for strength and stiffness in cases of stretching/compression, shift, torsion and bending.
  
# Describe the calculation method for strength and stiffness in cases of stretching/compression, shift, torsion and bending.
 
# Describe the method of selecting the shape of the machine part, depending on the type of loading.
  
# Describe the method of selecting the shape of the machine part, depending on the type of loading.
 
# Describe methods for evaluating the durability and reliability of machine parts.
  
# Describe methods for evaluating the durability and reliability of machine parts.
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=== The retake exam ===
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'''Section 1'''
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'''Section 2'''
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'''Section 3'''

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Mechanics and Machines

  • Course name: Mechanics and Machines
  • Code discipline:
  • Subject area: Mechanical engineering, modeling and design of mechanisms and machines

Short Description

This course covers the following concepts: Mechanical engineering: Methods of calculation and design of mechanisms and machines.

Prerequisites

Prerequisite subjects

Prerequisite topics

Course Topics

Course Sections and Topics
Section Topics within the section
Introduction to Engineering
  1. Reading engineering drawings.
  2. Types of joining machine parts.
  3. Overview of axles, shafts, bearings, couplings.
  4. Overview of materials used in mechanical engineering.
  5. Overview of parts manufacturing methods.
  6. Overview of surface treatments.
  7. Application of CAD / CAE systems for the design of machine parts.
Theory of mechanisms and machines
  1. Structural analysis of mechanisms
  2. Kinematic analysis of mechanisms
  3. Kinematic analysis of gears
  4. Force and dynamic analysis of mechanisms
  5. Dynamic characteristics of machines
  6. Synthesis of mechanisms
  7. Balancing mechanisms
  8. Vibration and vibration protection
  9. Application of CAD / CAE systems for kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms
Strength of materials
  1. Introduction to the resistance of materials
  2. Stresses and deformations
  3. Stretching and compression
  4. Pure shift
  5. Torsion
  6. Bending
  7. Dynamic loads
  8. Cyclic loads

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

What is the main purpose of this course?

The purpose of the course is to give broad basic knowledge in mechanical engineering and to show the modern capabilities of computer technology for solving engineering problems. The course covers topics such as the strength of materials and the theory of mechanisms and machines. The objective of the course is to provide knowledge and skills that are useful in the development of new robots, and are also necessary for the effective use of industrial robots for various types of material processing.

ILOs defined at three levels

Level 1: What concepts should a student know/remember/explain?

By the end of the course, the students should be able to ...

  • Various types of joining machine parts,
  • Various methods of manufacturing machine parts and processing their surfaces,
  • Various types of mechanisms and their scope,
  • Various types of gears and their main characteristics,
  • The main problems of the structural, kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms,
  • Fundamental principles of strength of materials,
  • The main problems of strength and stiffness calculation.

Level 2: What basic practical skills should a student be able to perform?

By the end of the course, the students should be able to ...

  • How to read engineering drawings,
  • How to choose a method of joining machine parts,
  • How to choose the type of gears,
  • How to conduct structural, kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms,
  • How to balance mechanisms,
  • How to choose the shape of the machine part depending on the type of loading,
  • How to evaluate the strength and stiffness of machine parts

Level 3: What complex comprehensive skills should a student be able to apply in real-life scenarios?

By the end of the course, the students should be able to ...

  • Design simple machinery using a CAD system
  • Perform kinematic and dynamic calculations of mechanisms and machines
  • Synthesize and optimize mechanisms in accordance with specified requirements
  • Perform strength and stiffness calculations manually and using a CAD system

Grading

Course grading range

Grade Range Description of performance
A. Excellent 90-100 -
B. Good 75-89 -
C. Satisfactory 60-74 -
D. Poor 0-59 -

Course activities and grading breakdown

Activity Type Percentage of the overall course grade
Labs/seminar classes 10
Interim performance assessment 50
Exams 40

Recommendations for students on how to succeed in the course

Resources, literature and reference materials

Open access resources

  • Michael M. Stanišic Mechanisms and Machines: Kinematics, Dynamics, and Synthesis, 2015
  • Dietmar Gross et al. Engineering Mechanics 2: Mechanics of Materials, 2018
  • Vitor Dias da Silva Mechanics and Strength of Materials 2006
  • Frolov K.V. at al. Teoriya mechanizmov i mashin 1987 - in Russian
  • Artobolevski I.I. Teoriya mechanizmov i mashin 1988 - in Russian
  • Artobolevski I.I., Edelstein B.V. Sbornik zadach po teorii mechanizmov i mashin 1975 - in Russian
  • Jukov V.G. Mechanika. Soprotivlenie materialov 2012 - in Russian
  • Volmir A.S. at al. Sbornik zadach po soprotivleniu materialov 1984 - in Russian
  • Mary Kathryn Thompson, John Martin Thompson ANSYS Mechanical APDL for Finite Element Analysis, 2017
  • Alawadhi, Esam M. Finite element simulations using ANSYS, 2016
  • Fedorova N.N. at al. Osnovy paboty v ANSYS 17, 2017 - in Russian

Closed access resources

Software and tools used within the course

Teaching Methodology: Methods, techniques, & activities

Activities and Teaching Methods

Activities within each section
Learning Activities Section 1 Section 2 Section 3
Homework and group projects 1 1 1
Midterm evaluation 1 1 0
Testing (written or computer based) 1 1 1
Oral polls 1 1 1

Formative Assessment and Course Activities

Ongoing performance assessment

Section 1

Activity Type Content Is Graded?
Question Make projections the part according to its 3D model or image. 1
Question Make a 3D model of the part according to its drawing. 1
Question Suggest a method of manufacturing a part according to its drawing and description. 1
Question Suggest a way to connect parts according to their description. 1
Question Suggest a method for transmitting movement in a machinery by describing its functions. 1
Question Analyze the parts of a given mechanism or construction. 0
Question Using a CAD-system, make solid-state 3D-models of parts of a given mechanism or construction 0
Question Make a 3D model of the assembly of a given mechanism or construction 0
Question Make and describe drawings of parts of a given mechanism or construction 0

Section 2

Activity Type Content Is Graded?
Question Propose the structure of the mechanism for the implementation of the given functions 1
Question Calculate the trajectories, velocities and accelerations of specific points and links of the mechanism 1
Question Calculate gear transfer functions 1
Question Calculate the forces arising in the mechanism during its movement 1
Question Calculate mechanism balancing parameters 1
Question Make a 3D model of the mechanism in a CAD system, check its operability 1
Question Apply kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms and gears. 0
Question Perform a synthesis of mechanisms to implement the specified functions. 0
Question Make engine selection according to dynamic characteristics. 0
Question Calculate balancing mechanisms, including the use of flywheels. 0
Question Perform vibration analysis and vibration protection design. 0

Section 3

Activity Type Content Is Graded?
Question Calculate stresses and strains in a bar loaded with stretching or compressive force. 1
Question Calculate stresses in shear stresses in riveted or welded joints. 1
Question Calculate stress and strain of a shaft loaded with torque. 1
Question Calculate stress and strain of a beam loaded with bending moments. 1
Question Using a CAD system, calculate stresses and deformations of parts of the developed mechanism. 1
Question Apply methods of resistance of materials to assess the operability of parts in cases of simple loading. 0
Question Apply a CAD system to calculate and evaluate the operability of parts in cases of complex loading. 0
Question Design and optimize the shape of parts depending on the conditions of their loading. 0
Question Apply a method for evaluating the durability and reliability of parts. 0

Final assessment

Section 1

  1. Describe the principles of solid modeling in CAD systems.
  2. Describe the scope, advantages and disadvantages of various ways of joining machine parts.
  3. Describe the scope, advantages and disadvantages of various bearings.
  4. Describe the basic methods for manufacturing parts and processing their surfaces, their advantages and disadvantages.

Section 2

  1. Describe the different types of gears, their advantages and disadvantages.
  2. Describe the method of selecting the type of gears.
  3. Describe the main problems of structural, kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms.
  4. Describe the methods of kinematic and dynamic analysis on the example of a given mechanism.
  5. Describe the methods of balancing mechanisms

Section 3

  1. Describe the fundamental principles and basic laws of strength of materials.
  2. Describe the calculation method for strength and stiffness in cases of stretching/compression, shift, torsion and bending.
  3. Describe the method of selecting the shape of the machine part, depending on the type of loading.
  4. Describe methods for evaluating the durability and reliability of machine parts.

The retake exam

Section 1

Section 2

Section 3

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