ME I4200 Applied Stress Analysis

Linear elastic theory of solid mechanics. Includes concepts of stress and strain, governing equations of linear elastic theory, setup of boundary value problem, and two dimensional examples. Stress analysis of structural members. Includes failure criteria of materials, yielding, fracture and fatigue; Prandtle Torsion theory, torsion of thin walled structure; Bending of asymmetric beams and curved beam; and Energy methods for structural members and general solids.

Prerequisite

Mechanics of Materials ME 33000 or equivalent with departmental permission.

Credits

3

Contact Hours

3 hr./wk.