Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : ME2103 : Kinematics of Machines { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Prof. Haraprasad Roy
Syllabus
Mechanisms: Lower and higher pairs, degrees of freedom, various types of mechanisms, their inversions and applications, Kinematics and structure diagrams, equivalent linkages, steering mechanisms. Motion analysis of planer mechanisms by graphical, analytical and computer aided methods instantaneous centre, Corioli’s component of acceleration. Cams: Cam follower systems, synthesis of roller cams, cam profiles, pressure angles, Gears: Gearing terminology, spur, bevel, helical, worm, gears, motion and synthesis of simple, reverted and epicyclic gear trains, gear corrections. Kinematic synthesis: Classical synthesis techniques, Analytical synthesis of four line mechanisms and planner mechanisms. Dimensional synthesis, three position synthesis for function generation, path generation.
Course Objectives
- NA
Course Outcomes
CO1: Knowledge will be gained on the subject matter. <br />CO2: Able to apply the theory to practical problems. <br />CO3: Knowledge will be enhanced to implement the concept for product development.
Essential Reading
- J.E.Sigley & J. J. Ucker, Theory of Machines and Mechanisms, McGraw Hill
- A.Ghosh & A.K.Mallick, Theory of Mechanisms and Machines, McGraw Hill
Supplementary Reading
- S.S.Rattan, Theory of Machines, Mc Graw Hill Publisher , ND 2012
- J. K.Gupta & R S Khurmi, Theory of Machines, S. Chand Publishing