Graphical methods of determining displacements, velocities, and accelerations of linkages, cams, gears, and other mechanical assemblies are discussed. An introduction to the vibrations of mechanical systems and the application of vibration theory to solving problems. Special emphasis is on the single degree of freedom system and its application using equivalent lumped parameters, although multi-degree of freedom systems are covered. Special topics include damping, rotating imbalance, dynamic vibration absorber, force transmission, use of computer methods and analog computer simulation. A laboratory-oriented course dealing with various techniques available to measure basic performance parameters, such as temperature, pressure, velocity, acceleration, strain, and force.
Lectures cover data reduction techniques and instrument theory.
The application of techniques presented in Engineering Measurements 1 to evaluate the performance of various types of mechanical systems. This course presents an analysis of the serious long-range problems resulting from a conflict between the rapidly increasing demand for energy and the earth's limited resources. Technical alternatives are discussed and their potential analyzed. Junior status required. Fluid mechanics is developed using the general energy principle equations.