This course explores the analysis and design of engineering structures considering factors of deflection, buckling, combined loading, & failure theories
Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories
Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories
Instructor: Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
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In this section, we will learn how calculate the deflections, or deformations, of engineering structures subjected to loads. We will then use those techniques is solving statically indeterminate beam problems
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In this section, we will learn how to analyze and design for column buckling. We will also learn how to analyze and design engineering structures subjected to combined loading. Finally, we will conclude with failure theories in mechanics of materials.
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AC
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Reviewed on Jul 18, 2020
Nice course. Very helpful to review our understanding of mechanics of materials. Deflection quiz very difficult it has to be simplified.
JS
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Reviewed on Jul 9, 2020
Very interesting topics are discussed here.It is very use full in understanding the load conditions of materials and failure phenomena. Thanks a lots for giving us this great opportunity....
VT
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Reviewed on Feb 16, 2019
Excellent. This is the first course I have completed fully. The way of teaching is perfect with real world problems taken are great perspective to understand the course.
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