MAS515 Mechanical Systems 3
- ECTS Credits:
- 7.5
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Michael Rygaard Hansen
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
Recommended prerequisites
MAS413 or equivalent, MAS414 or equivalent, MAS416 or equivalent
Course contents
Finite element Method with emphasis on:
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Natural frequency analysis
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Buckling analysis
3-D multibody dynamics in Simulink/Simscape with emphasis on modeling and simulation of:
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Impact, Friction
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Robotics, Vehicles, Manipulators
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Flexible bodies, continuous and lumped.
Numerical methods in design optimization with emphasis on:
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Gradient based methods
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Non-gradient based methods
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the student should:
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be able to apply the Finite element Method for natural frequency simulations and buckling phenomena.
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be able to use the Finite element Method actively in design of mechatronic systems containing strength and stiffness critical structural components.
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be able to use time domain modeling and simulation for dynamic analysis of mechatronic systems with emphasis on structural flexibility, impact and friction.
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be able to use time domain modeling and simulation for dynamic analysis of mechatronic systems with emphasis on control and actuation.
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be able to use optimization and other numerical methods in design of mechatronic systems
Examination requirements
Compulsory assignments. Information will be given in Canvas at the start of the course.
Teaching methods
Lectures and exercises. Estimated workload for the average student is 27 hours per credit.
Evaluation
The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Offered as Single Standing Module
Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.
Assessment methods and criteria
4-hours individual written exam with PC as tool. Graded assessment.