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: One of APSC 1023 or ENGG 1202 or both ENGG 1202 or APSC 1021 and APSC 1025 with a minimum grade of C.

Recommended: CMPE 1093 or CS 1003 or other introductory programming course