Course detail

Machine Design - Mechanisms, 3D Print and Solidworks

FSI-6KMAcad. year: 2016/2017

During the lectures, we familiarize ourselves with mechanisms and drives of the contemporary machines. We will analyze their principles, describe their design and application. The most common kinematic and hydraulic mechanisms will be introduced as well as an electric and internal combustion engines. Attention is also paid to the microelectromechanical systems and renewable energy engines. We will discuss the application of mechanisms in various engineering branches. For example, you will learn about powerful engines for motorsport, design of high-speed cams, unconventional transmission design or about applications of universal-joint shafts.
During the exercises, we will learn about modeling in parametric modeler Solidworks and practically try out the design and building of small mechanisms using 3D printing.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

4

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. Ivan Mazůrek, CSc.

Department

Institute of Machine and Industrial Design (ÚK)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

You gain knowledge of the principle, construction and use of basic types of drive mechanisms and machines. Gain ability to use acquired knowledge creatively to design new machines and equipment. Your knowledge gained in previous mechanical design courses will be significantly extended and improved. You get the necessary skills in 3D printing of plastic parts and their dimensioning for technology Fused deposition modeling. You also get practical experience in 3D modeling of mechanical parts that you verify on 3D printed mechanisms. With knowledge of parametric models you will be able to efficiently design and process various design solutions. Gained experience you apply during construction work, creation of virtual models in semester projects, diploma and bachelor theses and implementation of prototypes. Practical experience with 3D printing, as a fast growing area, expand your competitiveness in the labor market.

Prerequisites

Knowledge of kinematics (kinematic analysis of mechanisms), dynamics (multibody dynamics, balancing), machine design (fasteners, gears, clutches, flywheels) at the level of the Bachelor's degree programme aimed on mechanical engineering.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course is taught through lectures explaining the basic principles and theory of the discipline. Practicals are focused on 3D printing processes and software tools for engineering. Practicals are supplemented by work in the laboratory.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Graded credit course requirement is elaboration of semestral project: Semestral projects will be addressed in teams of 3-5 students. Projects will focus on the creation of virtual and functional model of specified mechanism. Evaluation will consider SolidWorks 3D model and a physical model manufactured on 3D printer.

Course curriculum

Not applicable.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The course goal is to provide an overview of modern mechanisms and driving machines and their practical use. Methods of 3D modeling of mechanisms and its manufacturing using 3D prnting are introduced..

This course is compulsory-optional in 3rd year of general bachelor's degree program. Its choice is recommended for all students who are oriented towards solving of various mechanical design problems and who are considering branches like M-ADI, M-AIR, M-ENI, M-KSI, M-FIN, M-MET, M-PRI, or M-VSR for their master study program.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Attendance at lectures is recommended; attendance at practicals and laboratory practicals is obligatory and checked by the lecturer. Compensation of missed lessons depends on the instructions of course supervisor.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

NORTON, Robert L. Design of machinery: An introduction to the synthesis and analysis of mechanisms and machines. 5th ed. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2011. ISBN 00-774-2171-X. (EN)

Recommended reading

FRANCE, A. K. Make: 3D Printing: The Essential Guide to 3D Printers. 1st ed. Maker Media, Inc., December 13, 2013. ISBN 978-1457182938 (EN)
WILSON, Charles E. a Peter J. SADLER. Kinematics and dynamics of machinery. 3rd ed. Upper Saddle River: Pearson Education International Inc., 2003. ISBN 02-013-5099-8.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme B3S-P Bachelor's

    branch B-STI , 3 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
    branch B-SSZ , 3 year of study, summer semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Ivan Mazůrek, CSc.

Syllabus

1. Introduction to mechanisms. Kinematics and dynamics of the crank mechanism.
2. Design of the crank mechanism. Balancing.
3. 3D printing, principles and technologies.
4. Kinematics and dynamics of the cam mechanisms. Manufacture of cam.
5. Design of the cam mechanisms. The variable valve timing.
6. The corrected tooth gears and profile modification.
7. Unconventional tooth gears. Gearboxes of sports cars.
8. Universal join shafts, CV joints, axles of racing cars.
9. Internal combustion engines, unconventional design
10. Electric motors and generators. Hybrid drives in motorsport.
11. Wind and water engines, unconventional design.
12. Microelectromechanical systems. Accelerometer and gyroscope.
13. Summary of subject matter.

Computer-assisted exercise

18 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Ing. Radek Vrána, Ph.D.
Ing. Kryštof Dočkal
Ing. Ondřej Hála
Ing. Aneta Zatočilová, Ph.D.
Ing. Jaroslav List
Ing. Tomáš Koutecký, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1. Introduction to 3D print technology. Assignment of projects. Solidworks, graphical user interface and control.
2. Solidworks – sketcher, parametric control and dimensioning.
3. Solidworks – 3D features, basic modeling, configuration of parts.
4. 3D print – concept of parts designing, software tools, 3D print settings, data export.
5. Solidworks – assemblies, configuration of assemblies. Presentation of the project concept.
6. Solidworks – drawings.
7. Solidworks – motion studies, assembly from layout.
8. Mechanisms – design of selected mechanisms.
9. Mechanisms – design of the mechanisms parts in Solidworks software.