DESIGN OF MACHINE ELEMENTS

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This course covers the basic concepts and principles in the design and analysis of machine components. The analysis in design is based on the traditional stress analysis from mechanics of materials and also on the finite element formulation based on theory of elasticity. Plane stress, three-dimensional stress and strain, combined stresses, failure criteria and reliability, fatigue, are considered in the analysis of machine elements: rolling bearings, spur gears, flexible elements, and shafts. Prerequisite: MECH2500 (4 credits)