Kinetics of Systems of Particles - Engineering Mechanics (Undergraduate Advanced)
24
9 hrs
[University] Engineering Mechanics - DynamicsMaster the principles governing the motion of engineering systems. This learning track provides a complete education in dynamics, systematically building from the kinematics of particles to the kinetics of rigid bodies and culminating in an introduction to dynamic systems and vibration. You will learn to analyse and predict how mechanical systems behave under the influence of forces.
This programme is for undergraduate students in mechanical, aerospace, civil, or related engineering disciplines. It is also essential for practising engineers and applied scientists who require a rigorous, first-principles command of dynamic analysis for their professional work. A prerequisite knowledge of statics, calculus, and vector algebra is assumed.
Upon completion, you will possess the analytical tools to solve complex dynamics problems for particles and rigid bodies using force, energy, and momentum methods. This provides the essential foundation for advanced study in mechanical design, control systems, and structural analysis, and prepares you for demanding technical roles in the engineering sector.
Master the principles governing the motion of engineering systems. This learning track provides a complete education in dynamics, systematically building from the kinematics of particles to the kinetics of rigid bodies and culminating in an introduction to dynamic systems and vibration. You will learn to analyse and predict how mechanical systems behave under the influence of forces. This programme is for undergraduate students in mechanical, aerospace, civil, or related engineering disciplines. It is also essential for practising engineers and applied scientists who require a rigorous, first-principles command of dynamic analysis for their professional work. A prerequisite knowledge of statics, calculus, and vector algebra is assumed. Upon completion, you will possess the analytical tools to solve complex dynamics problems for particles and rigid bodies using force, energy, and momentum methods. This provides the essential foundation for advanced study in mechanical design, control systems, and structural analysis, and prepares you for demanding technical roles in the engineering sector.
Course Chapters
1. Introduction2
2. Newton's Second Law12
3. Energy and Momentum Methods1
4. Steady Streams of Particles53
Analysis of motion in a system of particles involving steady mass flow into or out of it.
Chapter lessons
4-1. Mass flow18:33
Definitions and equations of mass and volumetric flow rates.
4-2. Impulsive forces20:56
Identifying impulsive forces in the analysis of systems (control volumes) subjected to mass flow.
4-3. General equation31:15
General analysis of systems (control volumes) subjected to mass flow.
4-4. Steady flow15:51
Meaning of steady flow and analysis of control volumes under steady flow.
4-5. Procedure11:04
General analysis procedure for systems of particles under steady flow.
5. Systems Gaining or Losing Mass21
Analysis of motion in a system of particles gaining or losing mass.
Chapter lessons
5-1. Equation of motion23:22
General analysis of systems of particles gaining or losing mass.
5-2. Thrust implications17:15
Resultant thrust due to particles being absorbed or ejected by systems of particles gaining or losing mass.