Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering (MSK900)

• The main objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive theoretical and practical understanding of advanced approaches to design, geometric modeling and mechanical simulation. The course focuses on the methods and tools used for effective design and modeling of mechanical parts and simulation of machines, mechanisms and processes.
• The course content is adjustable based on the potential candidate(s) direction of study, but will focus on the following topics: design process, problem definition and design concept generation; Team work in design; Modeling and simulation, Geometric modeling; Computer methods for design for x (for example design for manufacturing, design for assembly, design for inspection and maintenance, etc.); Concepts of virtual engineering, Parametricc design, Human factors in design work, Design related risks, reliability and safety; Robust design; Economic design and cost evaluation; Legal and ethical issues in design; simulation techniques.

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Upon finishing the course, the candidate is expected to be able to:

• Understand various approaches to product development
• Distinguish the systematic approaches used in various design for x principles
• Use advanced functions in commercial 3D modeling and simulation software
• Simulate performance of machines, mechanisms and processes
• Understand the concepts of engineering design optimization and virtual engineering

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1. J.A. Cottrell, T.J.R. Hughes and Y. Bazilevs (2009), Isogeometric Analysis - Towards Integration of CAD and FEA, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
2. George E. Dieter (2000), Engineering Design, 3rd edition.
3. Diverse articles and book chapters