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COURSE DESCRIPTION

The objective of this course is to introduce mechanical and aerospace engineering sophomores to basic methods in the analysis of the planar kinematics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. The course builds on mechanics concepts taught in basic physics courses and statics to teach students standard procedures for solving simple engineering problems that involve dynamics. Derivations of expressions for the kinematics of particles in different coordinate systems are followed by direct applications of Newton's second law, d'Alembert's principle, momentum and energy concepts, impact and collision studies, and methods applicable to the planar kinetics of rigid bodies. Students are expected to be able to apply basic calculus to a variety problems. At the end of the course students should be proficient in determining the motion of particles and rigid bodies given analytical descriptions of forces and vice versa; and have a solid understanding of the concepts of linear and angular momentum, kinetic and potential energy, and associated conservation laws.

Meeting times: MTWThF 9:00-10:45
Meeting room: AME S324