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IME 4440 - Advanced Product and Machine Design
Catalog Description:
Advanced projects in the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to complex parts and assemblies. Mechanical components are analyzed and applied to meet design requirements for applied motion and force transmission projects. CAD application will be an important part of this course.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: IME 1440 and 3480. Recommended, IME 4810.
Credits: 3 hours
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (2 to 3)
Course Objectives:
An applied design course bringing into play the application of statics and strength of materials and applied CAD systems in components and systems design. Theoretical basis for analysis, evaluation, improvement and communication of engineering developments will be covered. Application of such concepts in the context of design projects.
Performance Criteria:
Objective 1:
- Establish the topological models that adequately represent existing components
Objective 2:
- Determine the appropriate loading and support conditions for topological models of real life components
- Formulate standard equilibrium conditions in a parametric fashion
- Apply standard solution techniques for static, linear conditions
Objective 3:
- Apply brainstorming techniques for creative solutions
- Utilize evaluation techniques for proper identification of valid solution(s)
Objective 4:
- Follow standard procedure for complete stress and deformation evaluation of existing or proposed mechanical and structural components
- Understand the issues relevant to defining various different parameters for design, and apply modified analysis procedure
Objective 5:
- Efficiently and effectively communicate followed methodologies and obtained results while performing analyses
- Provide accurate description of solutions and conclusions
- Present the complete sequence followed for solution of solid mechanics problems
Textbooks:
Machine Elements in Mechanical Design, by Robert L. Mott, 4 th edition, Pearson & Prentice-Hall, Inc., 2004.
Course Coordinator:
Jorge Rodriguez
Western Michigan University
F-224 Parkview Campus
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008-5336
Phone: 276-3374
Email: jorge.rodriguez@wmich.edu
Revision Date: Spring 2006