| Unit name | Structures and Materials 2 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | AENG21200 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Farrow |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
AENG11200, AENG11300, EMAT 10100 |
| Co-requisites |
EMAT 20200 |
| School/department | School of Civil, Aerospace and Design Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
An introduction to finite element analysis, non symmetric beam analysis and 2D stress-strain analysis, load estimating, flight envelopes and airworthiness requirements, material phase composition and microstructure of equilibrium and non-equilibrium systems.
Aims: To introduce and develop an understanding of the finite element analysis, non symmetric beam analysis and 2D stress-strain analysis. To introduce load estimating, flight envelopes and airworthiness requirements. To acquire an understanding of the phase composition and microstructure of equilibrium and non-equilibrium systems.
On successful completion of the unit the student will:- • be able to understand and apply numerical (finite element) and analytical methods of solutions to bar and beam structures using manual or computer techniques; • be able to carry out 2D stress-strain analysis; • be able to analyse beams with arbitrary shape and loading; • be able to interpret common forms of equilibrium diagrams; • be able to predict the composition and microstructure of equilibrium and non-equilibrium alloy systems; • have an introductory knowledge of possible strengthening mechanisms, together with specific knowledge of some metal alloy systems which are important in an engineering context, general experimental techniques. • be able to make load estimates and construct and interpret flight envelopes for airworthiness requirements.
Lectures, examples classes and laboratories.
20% - Assessed Coursework on Finite Element analysis, Material Selections, Metallic Alloy Microstructure and Beam Loading Response. 80% - 3 Hour examination in May/June, 5 questions to be answered out of 8
Updated by Unit lecturers each year.
