ME 311 Mechanical Engineering Design

Credit Structure: (3+0) 3

Description :

Introduction to Basic Machinery Knowledge. Overview of Strength of Materials, Material Knowledge, Tolerances. Design of Screws, Welding and Joints. Energy Storing and Dissipating Elements. Shafts, Belts and Chains.

Course Objectives :

This course is intended to give the juniors a systematic approach to the science of machine design. The students are required to acquire the fundamentals of  mechanical elements  and  an independent design initiative. 

Prerequisites :

ME 224 Strength of Materials is recommended.

Textbook :

J. E. Shigley,  C. R. Mischke,  “Mechanical Engineering Design”, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill International Editions. 6th Edition has also been published with visual improvements. Either works well. 

References :

To be discussed in the classroom.

Syllabus :


1) Introduction
2) General Machinery Knowledge
3) Variable Loading
4) The Design of Screws, Fasteners & Connections
5) Welded, Bonded Joints
6) Springs
7) Clutches, Brakes, Couplings, Flywheels
8) Flexible Mechanical Elements
9) Shafts, Axles, Spindles.

Homeworks :

Homeworks on a weekly basis, and a term project will be given.

Term Projects : Aliner, Ebabil, Hymenoptera

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