Course

Mechanics of Solids (MSK530)

Facts

Course code MSK530

Credits (ECTS) 10

Semester tuition start Spring

Language of instruction English

Number of semesters 1

Exam semester Spring

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Introduction

Stress and strain in three dimensions. Tensor notation, Fundamentals of linear elasticity theory. Stress function solutions in two-dimensional stress and strain problems. Contact stresses. Introduction to plasticity theory; yield criteria, flow rules, hardening, residual stresses. Advanced beam theory. Torsion. Axially symmetric deformation of pressure vessels, plates and axisymmetric shells. Plate theory. Stress concentrations. Crack propagation. Elastic instability of columns and plates.

Content

Stress and strain in three dimensions. Tensor notation, Fundamentals of linear elasticity theory. Generalized Hooke's law. Stress function solutions in two-dimensional stress and strain problems. Energy methods (Principle of stationary potential energy, Castigliano's theorem). Contact stresses. Introduction to plasticity theory; yield criteria, flow rules, hardening, residual stresses. Advanced beam theory. Torsion. Axially symmetric deformation of pressure vessels, plates and axisymmetric shells. Plate theory. Stress concentrations. Elastic stability of columns and plates. Crack propagation and Stress Intensity Factor.

Learning outcome

After completing this course the students will:

  • Be able to carry out stress and strain analyses of different load bearing elements and/or constructions
  • Understand the response of individual elements to the applied loads in both elastic and plastic regime and after unloading
  • Be able to dimension various elements of constructions subjected to a wide range of loading conditions
  • Be able to apply the knowledge on calculation of real constructions

Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Exam

Written exam

Weight 1/1

Duration 4 Hours

Marks Letter grades

Aid Basic calculator

Exam system Paper Based

The written exam is conducted with pen and paper.

Coursework requirements

9 mandatory exercises, 2/3 must be approved within the given deadlines, before taking the exam.

Method of work

6 hours lectures each week. Compulsory assignments.

Overlapping courses

Course Reduction (SP)
Mechanics of Solids, advanced course (MOM130_1) , Mechanics of Solids (MSK530_1) 10

Open for

Admission to Single Courses at Master Level at the Faculty of Science and Technology
Structural and Mechanical Engineering - Master Marine and Offshore Technology - Master
Exchange programme at The Faculty of Science and Technology

Course assessment

There must be an early dialogue between the course supervisor, the student union representative and the students. The purpose is feedback from the students for changes and adjustments in the course for the current semester.In addition, a digital subject evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.

Contact

Head of Department:
Mona Wetrhus Minde
Course coordinator:
Dimitrios Pavlou

Offered by

Faculty of Science and Technology

Department of Mechanical and Structural Engineering and Materials Science

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