Course contents

Stress theory, deformation theory, constitutive relationships, elasticity (slabs and plates), plasticity, stability and fractures as well as numerical mechanics.

Study goals

Knowledge of the concepts from the 'Mechanics of Solids' and their interrelationships, and the ability to apply this knowledge. The concepts covered include stress theory, deformation theory, constitutive relationships, elasticity (slabs and plates), plasticity, stability and fractures as well as numerical mechanics. The domain of application concerns the mechanics in facade constructions.

The Applied Mechanics I course comprises two parts.

The first part, which runs through the first quarter, focuses on acquiring the theoretical knowledge and insights of the fundamentals of the theory of Elasticity of Plates and Slabs and will be assessed with a written examination. A small introduction on numeric solutions methods, in particular the Finite Element Method (FEM), will be given in order to be able to operate FEM programs.

The second part, during the second quarter, involves setting up, running and analyzing a numerical (FEM) simulation of the Component and System Design assignment of this semester. This will be assessed by a report.

Instructors

Andrew Borgart (responsible instructor)
Gerrie Hobbelman