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Finite Element Methods for solving problems with material and geometric nonlinearities; transient dynamics analysis with explicit and implicit time integration, partitioned methods, and stability; ...

Understand the underlying principles of molecular dynamics (equations of motion for atoms, atomic interactions). Gain proficiency in designing molecular dynamics simulations using available software ...

Friction. Kinetics of rigid bodies in planar motion. Equilibrium of rigid bodies. Mass centers and moments of inertia of rigid bodies, dynamics of rigid bodies in planar motion. Kinetics of particles.

Numerical methods for interaction and optimal CAD. Fully stressed design; design sensitivity analysis and descent methods; optimality criteria to automated design. As structures and mechanisms grow ...

Factors influencing the proportioning of machine elements: stresses, deformations, and failure criteria as applied to shafts, springs, belts, bearings, gears. Design of Elements is a required course ...

Product or system design projects carried out by small student groups. Project definition, conceptual and detailed design, evaluation, and documentation. ME 398 is the capstone course in Product ...

Theory of elasticity: elastic stability, principal of minimum potential energy, Raylegh-Ritz methods. Introduction to finite element methods of stress analysis: computer implementation and use of ...

Thermodynamics-I (ME-220 or equivalent), Fluid Mechanics (ME-241, and ME-373) or graduate standing or consent of the instructor. The course begins with the general definition of heat in thermodynamics ...

This course is usually taken by graduate students in mechancal engineering who specialize in fluid mechanics. A second course in graduate level fluid mechanics. Familiarity with Navier-Stokes ...

Technological Institute 2145 Sheridan Road, Room B224, Evanston, IL 60208 ...

Introduction to state-of-the-art research in robotics. Robot geometries and kinematics; robot programming languages; dynamics and control; motion planning; machine vision; parts-feeders and jigs; ...