Mechanics: Statics And Dynamics

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Term Paper Title	Mechanics: Statics And Dynamics
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Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics

Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION.........................................................1

Chapter
        I. General Principles........................................2
        I.  Systems of Force.........................................4
        II.  Stress..................................................6
        III.  Properties of Material.................................7
        IV.  Bolted and Welded Joints................................10
        V.  Beams -- A Practical Application.........................13
        VI.  Beam Design.............................................17
        VII.  Torsional Loading:  Shafts, Couplings, and Keys........19
        VIII.  Conclusion............................................20

BIBLIOGRAPHY.........................................................21

INTRODUCTION

     Mechanics is the physical science concerned with the dynamic behavior of
bodies that are acted on by mechanical disturbances.  Since such behavior is
involved in virtually all the situations that confront an engineer, mechanics
lie at the core of much engineering analysis.  In fact, no physical science
plays a greater role in engineering than does mechanics, and it is the oldest of
all physical sciences.  The writings of Archimedes covering bouyancy and the
lever were recorded before 200 B.C.  Our modern knowledge of  gravity and motion
was established by Isaac Newton (1642-1727).
     Mechanics can be divided into two parts: (1) Statics, which relate to
bodies at rest, and (2) dynamics, which deal with bodies in motion.   In this
paper we will explore the static dimension of mechanics and discuss the various
types of  force on an object and the different strength of materials.
     The term strength of materials refers to the ability of the individual
parts of a machine or structure to resist loads.  It also permits the selection
of materials and the determination of dimensions to ensure the sufficient
strength of the various parts.

General Principles

     Before we can venture to explain statics, one must have a firm grasp on
classical mechanics.  This is the study of Newton's laws and their extensions.
Newton's three laws were originally stated as follows:

     1.  Every body continues in its state of rest, or of uniform motion
                     in a straight line, unless it is compelled to change
                     that state by forces impressed on it.
       2.  The change of motio...

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