Mechanical Engineering

ME2143Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines3 ch (3C 2T*)

Fundamental concepts of linkages, displacement, velocity and acceleration analysis using graphical and analytical methods. Static and dynamic force analysis of linkages. Design of cams, gears, and gear trains including ordinary and planetary gear trains. Balancing rotating masses. Simple gyroscopic effects.

Prerequisite: (APSC 1021 and APSC 1025) or APSC 1023 or ME 2003. Prerequisites must be passed with a minimum grade of C.

Recommended: CMPE 1003 or CS 1003 or other introductory programming course