“Machine Design Part I” is the first course in an in-depth three course series of “Machine Design.” The “Machine Design” Coursera series covers fundamental mechanical design topics, such as static and fatigue failure theories, the analysis of shafts, fasteners, and gears, and the design of mechanical systems such as gearboxes. Throughout this series of courses we will examine a number of exciting design case studies, including the material selection of a total hip implant, the design and testing of the wing on the 777 aircraft, and the impact of dynamic loads on the design of an bolted pressure vessel.
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Machine Design Part I
Georgia Institute of Technology
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Approx. 20 hours to complete
Suggested: This class includes 5 weeks of study, 5-7 hours/week.
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Subtitles: English
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
4 hours to complete
Material Properties in Design
In this week, we will first provide an overview on the course's content, targeted audiences, the instructor's professional background, and tips to succeed in this course. Then we will cover critical material properties in design, such as strength, modulus of elasticity, and the coefficient of thermal expansion. A case study examining material selection in a Zimmer orthopedic hip implant will demonstrate the real life design applications of these material properties. At the end of the week you will have the opportunity to check your own knowledge of these fundamental material properties by taking Quiz 1 "Material Properties in Design."
4 hours to complete
11 videos (Total 93 min), 4 readings, 2 quizzes
11 videos
Module 2: How to Succeed in this Course6m
Module 3: Strength7m
Module 4: Modulus of Elasticity - Introduction7m
Module 5: Modulus of Elastricity - Applications8m
Module 6: Ashby Plots7m
Module 7: Material Selection in Hip Implant12m
Module 8: Common Metals in Design9m
Module 9: Metal Designations and Processing9m
Module 10: Temperature Effects and Creep9m
Module 11: CTE mismatch12m
4 readings
Syllabus10m
Consent Form10m
Total Hip Replacement Surgical Process:10m
Get More from Georgia Tech10m
2 practice exercises
Complete prior to Module 4 - Modulus of Elasticity30m
Material Properties in Design1h
6 hours to complete
Static Failure Theories - Part I
In week 2, we will review stress, strength, and the factory of safety. Specifically, we will review axial, torsional, bending, and transverse shear stresses. Please note that these modules are intended for review- students should already be familiar with these topics from their previous solid mechanics, mechanics of materials, or deformable bodies course. For each topic this week, be sure to refresh your analysis skills by working through worksheets 2, 3, 4 and 5. There is no quiz for this week.
6 hours to complete
8 videos (Total 63 min), 10 readings, 1 quiz
8 videos
Module 13: Factor of Safety Example5m
Module 14: Axial and Torsional Stress Review8m
Module 15: Axial, and Torsional Stress Example6m
Module 16: Bending Stress Review6m
Module 17: Bending Stress Example9m
Module 18: Transverse Shear Review7m
Module 19: Transverse Shear Example7m
10 readings
Tip for Units 2 and 3: Equation Sheet10m
Example Problem Module 12 : Factor of Safety1h
Solution Module 13: Factor of Safety10m
Example Problem Module 14: Axial and Torsional Stress1h
Solution Module 15: Axial and Torsional Stress10m
Example Problem Module 16: Bending Stress1h
Solution Module 17: Bending Stress10m
Example Problem Module 18: Transverse Shear1h
Solution Module 19: Tranverse Shear10m
Earn a Georgia Tech Certificate/Badge/CEUs10m
1 practice exercise
Pre-Quiz: Static Loading12m
8 hours to complete
Static Failure Theories - Part II
In this week we will first cover the ductile to brittle transition temperature and stress concentration factors. Then, we will learn two critical static failure theories; the Distortion Energy Theory and Brittle Coulomb-Mohr Theory. A case study featuring the ultimate load testing of the Boeing 777 will highlight the importance of analysis and validation. Be sure to work through worksheets 6, 7, 8 and 9 to self-check your understanding of the course materials. At the end of this week, you will take Quiz 2 “Static Failure.”
8 hours to complete
9 videos (Total 81 min), 12 readings, 1 quiz
9 videos
Module 21: Stress Concentration Factors11m
Module 22: Static Failure Theories7m
Module 23: Distortion Energy Theory (von Mises Theory)7m
Module 24: Simple Example Distortion Energy Theory9m
Module 25: Complex Example Distortion Energy Theory10m
Module 26: Case Study - Static Load Analysis7m
Module 27: Brittle Coulomb Mohr Theory9m
Module 28: Brittle Coulomb Mohr Theory Example8m
12 readings
Worksheet 2: Stress Concentration Factor Practice Problems1h
Worksheet 2 Solution10m
Example Problem Module 2410m
Solution Module 25: Complex Example Distortion Energy Theory10m
Worksheet 3: Practice Problems: Distortion Energy Theory1h
Worksheet 3 Solution10m
Example Problem Module 27 Coulomb Mohr Theory1h
Solution Module 28: Brittle Coulomb Mohr Theory10m
Worksheet 4: Practice Problems: Coulomb Mohr Theory1h
Worksheet 4 Solution10m
Tips for preparing for Quiz 210m
Quiz 2 Solution10m
1 practice exercise
Static Failure1h
6 hours to complete
Fatigue Failure - Part I
In week 4, we will introduce critical fatigue principles, starting with fully revisable stresses and the SN Curve. Then, we discuss how to estimate a fully adjusted endurance limit. Finally, a case study covering the root cause analysis of the fatigue failure of the Aloha Airlines flight 293 will emphasize the dangers of fatigue failure. In this week, you should complete worksheets 10, 11 and 12 as well as Quiz 3 “Fully Reversed Loading in Fatigue.”
6 hours to complete
8 videos (Total 70 min), 10 readings, 1 quiz
8 videos
Module 30: Fatigue and the SN Curve10m
Module 31: Approximating the SN Curve8m
Module 32: Estimating the Endurance Limit12m
Module 33: Estimating the Endurance Limit - Example Problem6m
Module 34: Fatigue Stress Concentration Factors Part I8m
Module 35: Fatigue Stress Concentration Factors Part II5m
Module 36: Fatigue Fully Reversed Loading Example9m
10 readings
Worksheet 5: SN Curve Practice Problem1h
Worksheet 5 Solution10m
Example Problem Module 32: Estimating Endurance Limit10m
Solution Module 33: Estimating the Endurance Limit10m
Worksheet 6: Endurance Limit Practice Problem1h
Worksheet 6 Solution10m
Worksheet 7: Fully Reversed Loading in Fatigue Practice Problems1h
Worksheet 7 Solution10m
Tips for preparing for Quiz 310m
Quiz 3 Solution10m
1 practice exercise
Fully Reversed Loading in Fatigue1h
Reviews
4.8
TOP REVIEWS FROM MACHINE DESIGN PART I
by ZZFeb 16, 2017
The course was a concise and effective review of major concepts. The concepts were well explained and the lessons practical. I have a better understanding of fatigue failure as a result of this class.
by SGJun 11, 2017
Thank you so much. I liked your teaching style.You gave me a clear understanding about each and every topic covered in this course.I enjoyed the learning.Hope we will be in touch for further courses.
by VKNov 9, 2016
Enjoyable course, have to apply the fundamentals while solving problems and the instructor given the real world example of the failures and looking waiting for Machine Design part 2 and part 3.
by PMMar 31, 2018
It was a great course. Thoroughly enjoyed it and got to learn a lot.\n\nThe case studies really helped in making life easier as it helped to understand the subject better.\n\nThank you!!
by VGDec 17, 2018
Very good course to refresh the fundamentals of machine design. Course content is lucid and quiz's are also very impressive. I am looking forward to enroll the next course of the series.
by BLJun 12, 2018
Very clear in objectives and to the point when discussing problems. Lectures are not spent deriving formulas but discussing meaningful and insightful problems for the practical engineer.
by DGJan 23, 2018
Excellent course, very well presented. Based on techniques used in industry. Couldn't recommend this course enough! I hope Machine Design Part II & III comes along in the near future.
by JVJan 25, 2017
Excellent course. You will understand how to analyze a static load an calculate the different type of stresses (among many other things). It is not an easy course, but you will help.
by TBFeb 25, 2019
Loved this course. Very informative and challenging. This course taught me concepts that are usually avoided in my collegeand the ssignments enabled me to get my fundamentals clear.
by ANMar 15, 2020
This course was extremely good as my basics were weak and this course helped me to build it up from the foundation. I learned about a lot of new things and in a very calm manner.
by VSMar 18, 2017
This course is both intensive and challenging. Dr. Wingate does a fantastic job with real life examples and explaining subtle points that will help get ahead in the weekly quiz.
by BJJul 27, 2017
Great review for degreed ME that has not worked in this particular field since college. I would like to see more courses from Dr. Wingate-both in other areas and more advanced.
by RSMay 5, 2017
This course was very fruitful for me. The teacher presented the study material in an exciting and orderly manner. I thank Georgia Tech, and Dr. Kathryn Wingate for this course.
by AKMar 21, 2019
Course material is well organized. Real case analysis is perfectly solved. A lot to learn. Overall very good course for Industry and Students both.\n\nThank you Prof. Kate W.
by NGDec 27, 2017
A great intro course to basic failure theories and more engineering analysis skills. There are lots of worksheets and if you do them all you'll gain from this course.
by MMMar 24, 2019
It was wonderful course and really cleared most of the doubts which were there. The course was very much effectively presented and the assignments were of good level.
by BDJul 6, 2018
Very well explained and well paced. Sometimes instructor's answers are wildly different from your own because she uses exact numbers but only writes rounded numbers.
by VVAug 10, 2019
Excellent work by Dr.Kathryn Wingate. This course has been very well planned and methodically executed. Challenging Quiz's and great examples. Hoping to learn more!
by RSJun 27, 2017
Excellent course for machine design. and the students who are learning machine design in there undergraduates. Yet more topic need to be cover in machine design.
by XSFeb 14, 2018
Great course! I learned a lot of examples, and this course help me to make some concepts clear. It's very useful. It will help me to calculate when I am working.
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