ME EN 437

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Kinematics

Mechanical Engineering Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering

Course Description

Relative motion of links in mechanisms; velocities and accelerations of machine parts; rolling contact; cams; synthesis of mechanisms. Includes computer-aided engineering techniques.

When Taught

Winter

Credit Hours

Min

Fixed

Lecture Hours

Fixed

Lab Hours

Fixed

Learning Outcomes

Title

Position

Learning Outcome

1. Determine the position of mechanisms.

Title

Dynamics

Learning Outcome

3. Calculate the dynamics of mechanisms.

Title

Analyze

Learning Outcome

5. Analyze the performance of non-linkage mechanisms such as cams and gears.

Title

Velocity and Acceleration

Learning Outcome

2. Analyze the velocity and acceleration of mechanisms.

Title

Synthesize

Learning Outcome

4. Synthesize mechanisms to perform specified tasks.