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Electives MS3 Solid Mechanics
Electives MS3 Solid Mechanics
191157240
Applied Mechanics - Capita Selecta
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prof.dr.ir. A. de Boer
Contactperson for the course
prof.dr.ir. A. de Boer
Lecturer
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This course covers individual learning assignments and activities within the field of specialisation. The course is Tests
not scheduled in the time tables of the programme. About the content and the study load, the student requires
written approval (e-mail) of the supervisor on beforehand. oral e
The content is case specific. The answers to the research question may be found by literature study, by simple
experiments, by (numerical) analysis and modelling or a combination of these.
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191121710
Composites
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dr.ir. L. Warnet
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This course will be offered during the second AND third quartile. Hando
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Course Description
This 'Composites' course gives an introduction into the basics of long fibre reinforced composite mechanics and
production processes. The composite materials considered are actually layer structures (laminate) built from thin Tests
layer made of fibre reinforced polymers. The fibres orientation is usually chosen to match the loading direction. The
material obtained is therefore Tailor-made, but also highly anisotropic. Also the layer-wise structure makes it Exam
different than monotonic materials in terms of processing.
The theoretical part deals with the Classical Lamination theory. It starts from the properties of the basic
constituents, which leads to the behavior within a single layer. The extension to the lamination of single layers with
different orientation leads to the thermo-mechanical behavior of a laminate. The failure resistance of such
materials is also highlighted.
The course also gives the opportunity to apply this specific knowledge to some applications. This includes a set of
labworks both modeling oriented (Finite Element) as experimental (Fabrication and mechanical properties). Finally,
a composites related company is also visited by groups of 2 students, leading to a company assignment.
Summarises the production techniques, introduces micromechanics, Classical Laminate Theory, simple strength
criteria, Production technique & mechanical property labwork; Visit of composite company, with company
assignment.
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dr. I. Baran
Lecturer
dr.ir. L. Warnet
Contactperson for the course
dr.ir. L. Warnet
Lecturer
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Depending on the state-of-the-art of the specific topic considered, some of these context specific aspects will
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receive more emphasis than others.
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The course covers the forming mechanisms and characterisation for fibre composites, in connection to modelling Lectu
and analysis of forming processes. The testing and simulation of composite materials forming are discussed. as
well as forming technologies for various composite material forms, ranging from dry textiles to thermoset and Prese
thermoplastic prepreg, moulding compounds and composite/metal laminates.
After an introduction to the group, individual assignments are chosen by the students in concurrence with the
instructor. On an individual basis, the student collects the information necessary to fulfil the assignment. A short
but concise research report is prepared, describing the context and the specific research objective, the specific Self s
approach and its results, a discussion and conclusion. Relevant literature needs to be considered and cited.
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The results will be presented to an audience of colleague students and research staff. The evaluation of the course
is based on the presentation, the report and the learning process.
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Assumed previous knowledge
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Bachelor level Mechanical Engineering and Composites (191121710).
Equivalently, more in particular:
• Good understanding of solid mechanics (beam theory, elasticity theory of anisotropic media),
• Basic understanding of tribology (Coulomb friction on local and global scale),
• Understanding of viscous and plastic flow phenomena,
• Linear algebra.
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191210770
Digital Control Engineering
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Students can contact the teacher for any questions through emails and by pre-scheduling meetings.
Assessment
The learning objectives are assessed into two steps:
Written exam divided in two parts (multiple-choice questions and exercises) (100% of the total score).
Assignment to be solved in simulation first and to be implemented on a real setup in the lab (this part is
compulsory and is a prerequisite of the oral exam). A report with the solution of the assignment has to be
submitted through Blackboard.
191131730
Dynamics of Machines
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1. Explain the planar kinematic analysis of the presented non-linear finite element formulation for flexible
multibody systems and apply this analysis to obtain the analytical solution for simple planar 1-DOF or 2- Recom
DOF mechanisms, including the first and second order geometric transfer functions. Verify the answer by -
means of numerical simulations.
2. Explain the planar dynamic analysis of the presented non-linear finite element formulation for flexible Instru
multibody systems and apply this analysis to obtain the analytical solution for simple planar 1-DOF or 2-
DOF mechanisms, i.e. the equations of motion in terms of independent coordinates and the equations of Lectu
reaction. Verify the answer by means of numerical simulations.
3. Explain the kinematic and dynamic analysis of spatial mechanisms, including the analysis of three-
dimensional rotations. Construct models of spatial mechanisms with the presented non-linear finite
elements and analyse these systems numerically.
4. Explain the linearization and the derivation of input-output relations for flexible multibody systems and
apply this analysis to obtain the analytical solution for simple planar 1-DOF or 2-DOF mechanisms. Apply Tests
numerical simulations to verify these results and to analyse spatial mechanisms.
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Basic models and concepts of machine dynamics are presented using a non-linear finite element method. In this
approach the machine or mechanism is modelled as an assembly of finite elements including hinges, beams,
trusses or more specialized elements used to describe joints and bearings. The influence of component
compliances on accuracy and stability of machines is analysed. More specifically, pose dependent linearized
models can be derived analytically from which natural frequencies and buckling properties as well as their mode
shapes can be computed. Furthermore, the linearized models offer input-output relations that are suited for control
system design and analysis. Finally, the non-linear models are suited for numerical simulations of mechanical
systems as well as mechatronic systems in which (intelligent) control systems are incorporated to increase
machine functionality and tracking or positioning accuracy
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Master Mechanical Engineering
201500344
Elastomer Science & Engineering
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prof.dr. A. Blume
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1. A global overview of the rubber industry, its history and present status, including main applications: tires, Lectu
hoses, profiles, seals, vibration dampers, etc. 5%
2. Theoretical description of cooperative contribution of individual polymer molecules, crosslinked into a
rubber network, on macroscopic material properties: polymer models for rubber-elasticity, neo-Hookean
and Mooney-Rivlin theories. 10%
3. The main rubber polymer types being used with respect to their different performance vis-à-vis the main Pract
application requirements. 15%
4. Detailed understanding of the filler technology, comparison of carbon black and silica / silane filled rubber Prese
compounds. 15%
5. The importance and effect of reinforcement: the nanoscopic phenomena, as they translate into
Macroscopic properties.15%
6. The main ways to crosslink (vulcanize) rubbers.10%
7. A basic understanding of Mixing Theory, as applied in second instance to rubber mixing: two-roll mills and Tests
internal batch mixers.10%
8. A basic understanding of subsequent processing techniques to include: extrusion, calandering, moulding Oral e
and vulcanisation.10%
9. Main techniques for (macroscopic) performance testing of rubber articles. 10% Rema
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Elastomer or Rubber Technology represents a sub-group of the wider field of polymer technology. It covers about
15% of the total polymer turnover. Polymer-technology originated from rubber-technology, but rubbers have kept
their own identity because of their unique combination of resilience and form stability after extremely large
deformations, commonly designated as "rubber-elasticity".
Elastomeric articles always are there to perform a function, wherein the rubber-elastic properties are the key factor:
e.g. a car-tire translates all car-drivers interventions into the car-road contact: accelerating, breaking, cornering,
etc. In this functional performance, the design of the article, the composition of the elastomeric material -
commonly prepared for the purpose and called "compounding" - and the manufacturing technique all come
together and jointly determine the end-result.
In this introductory course the structural characteristics and properties of elastomers and fillers are covered, as
well as the basic principles of compounding, processing and vulcanization, all illustrated with representative
examples of rubber applications.
The course includes a 5 days laboratory training into rubber compounding, vulcanization and characterization of
mechanical properties, mainly to illustrate and visualize the main processing and performance tests in use in the
rubber world, as they are different from thermoplastic polymers.
Some basic knowledge of polymers. Recommended but not required for students within the Faculty CTW:
- Verwerking en Eigenschappen van Kunststoffen (191121121),
- Inleiding Technologisch Onderzoek (191155210)
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Master Chemical Engineering
191157750
Engineering Acoustics
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Course Description -
Engineering Acoustics is an introductory course in acoustics. No prior knowledge is necessary.The nature of sound
and wave phenomena are explained (wavefronts, interference, reflection, scattering,diffraction, decibels). The Instru
equations for propagation of sound in fluids (air) are deduced and solutions tothe equations are discussed. The
terms impedance, sound energy and intensity will be introduced.The concept of sources of sound will be Lectu
addressed and sound absorption and sound absorbers will bediscussed. In addition, sound in waveguides and
sound in enclosures will be covered as well asstructure-borne sound and transmission through partitions. Finite
element and boundary elementformulations are presented. The course will include a computer assignment to
calculate the influence of the fluid on a structure in an acoustical problem (fluid-structure interaction). In addition,
experiments will be done to demonstrate the introduced concepts and principles. If organized, there is an
opportunity for students to study and try to solve an acoustical problem from industry, in cooperation with that Pract
industry; the so-called industrial assignment.Throughout the course, students will do several assignments to clarify
the various subjects. Once all assignments have been handed in, the oral examination can be planned. Students
who do the industrial assignment, will need to write a report on the assignment and do an oral examination. In
addition, several demonstrations will be given, a.o. in the anechoic windtunnel of the Engineering Fluid Dynamics
group.
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Assumed previous knowledge Exam
It is assumed that the student has the basic mathematical background to understand partial differential equations.
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191210910
Image Processing and Computer Vision
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The topics of the course include image formation and acquisition, 2D Fourier transforms, image operations, image Litera
segmentation, regional description, recognition and parameter estimation. The course involves practical work in R.C. G
which the students design a vision system for a simple application. As such, the student acquires programming edition
skills using Matlab and its image processing toolbox. Examples of design tasks that students can select are:
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• a) Virtual advertising:inserting virtual advertising images into recorded movies of sports events D.A. F
• b) Motion analysis: tracking an object in a cluttered movie. Appro
• c) 3D face reconstruction from 3 images
• d) 3D tracking of facial point features.
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This course is mandatory for the follow-up course: 'advanced computer vision and pattern recognition'.
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191137400
Laser Materials Processing
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1. explain how laser radiation is generated, and what the characteristics are of laser radiation and laser Recom
beams, Canv
2. choose/select/compile components which make up a laser-processing system (source, optics, Additi
manipulator, peripherals, etc) for a given laser-application (cutting, welding, etc.)
3. describe the advantages and characteristics (incl. physical phenomena) of the different laser-material
processing technologies (processes), Instru
4. calculate/estimate the effect of quantities (laser parameters, processing parameters, ..) on the processing
result, Comp
5. determine optimal laser processing conditions experimentally,
6. demonstrate awareness of the safety risks and safety measures involved when working with laser Prese
(sources) in the practical assignments,
7. exploit the benefits of the laser for materials processing, by suggesting a (re)design of products to be
laser-machined,
8. name the components of a real-time controller for laser materials processing, Lectu
9. calculate the costs of laser materials processing.
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Course description/ contents:
This course addresses the use of high power laser sources (typically 50W and more) for the processing of Prese
materials (mainly metals). After an introduction to the generation and properties of laser radiation, laser sources,
and physical phenomena governing laser-material interaction (absorption and heat transfer), the course focusses
on the use, advantages and benefits of the laser as a production tool. Not only, conventional processes like laser-
cutting, -welding and surface treatment are discussed, but also relatively new processes like micro-processing, on Prese
micro- and nano-meter scale are studied. To fully exploit the advantages of the laser as a production tool, an
existing product might need to be redesigned Therefore the concept of “Design for Laser” is addressed in this
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course. The laser(source) and laser-material-processing are highly flexible, allowing a high degree of automation.
Therefore process-control (real-time feedback) is discussed. Four practical assignments, in which small groups of
students work on experiments with industrial state-of-the-art high-power laser equipment, are part of the course.
Mechanical Engineering,
Industrial Design Engineering,
Applied Physics,
Electrical Engineering. Tests
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Assumed previous knowledge
Some basic a-priori knowledge in the field of physics, such as heat and mass transfer, optics, materials science and
control engineering is assumed.
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191131410
Mechanical Automation - Capita Selecta
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This course covers individual learning assignments and activities within the field of specialisation of Mechanical
Automation. The course is not scheduled in the time tables of the programme. The student requires written
approval (e-mail) of the supervisor on beforehand about the content, the study load and the expected deliverables.
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The content is case specific. The case is suggested by one of the lecturers or a problem proposed by the student. Tests
The answers to the research question may be found by literature study, by simple experiments, by (numerical)
analysis and modelling or a combination of these. Oral e
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201200215
Motion and Vibration Control
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Moulding technology provides deeper understanding of the thermodynamics and kinetics of phase transformations
in the metals and alloys during moulding processes. The processes include casting, forging and welding. In fact all
processes where the resulting microstructure of the material is influenced by heat and/or mechanical deformation Tests
may be considered. The development of the microstructure depends on the process conditions and is key to
understand the material properties and to find new routes to property and microstructure optimization. In this way Prese
product performance can be enhanced or safeguarded.
Understanding the influence of heat and deformation on the interrelation between process, product and material
properties forms one of the course goals.
Structure
The course consists of two parts. In the first part (quartile 3) a limited number of five to six lectures are given to
provide the background in thermodynamics of metal alloys and solidification. The lectures treat the origin of phase
diagrams which are vital to understanding of the behavior of most engineering materials. They also explain the
phenomena occurring during solidification of materials and solid state phase transformations.
In the second part (quartile 3 and if necessary quartile 4) the student selects a typical moulding process and/or
phenomenon (assignment). The student will prepare a 30 minute lecture to be presented in front of the colleague
students. A list of possible subjects is supplied, but students are encouraged to propose relevant subjects
themselves.
During the lecture the student will discuss the interrelations between microstructure, material and the production
process. He/she will explain the metallurgical background of the selected process/phenomenon in light of the
provided lectures on thermodynamics and solidification. Furthermore, he/she will provide a short reader supporting
the lecture.
Support
During the second part the students may receive assistance from the instructor with the preparation of the lecture
and the reader. As soon as the lecture and the reader are of sufficient quality (pre-lecture check by instructor), the
student will be given the opportunity to give the 30 minute lecture. The work should be presented at the level of a
master student having followed the course. During the lecture the other participating students are encouraged to
ask (in-depth) questions.
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191210920
Optimal Estimation in Dynamic Systems
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The course addresses the following problem: How to estimate the dynamic quantities in a physical process given
the data from a sensory system? Although the applications are wide: (ranging from production processes, water Recom
management, orbit determination, telecommunication and so on), the course will concentrate on robotic -
applications: navigation and tracking. Especially, the SLAM problem will be addressed. SLAM = simultaneous
localisation and mapping, e.g. a mobile robot that has to navigate within an unseen environment. The course will Instru
familiarise the student with methods for the estimation of state variables in dynamic systems. The course starts
with an introduction of the topic 'parameter estimation' which is the fundament for state estimation. After that, the Assig
estimation paradigm will be embedded in a dynamic framework. For linear-Gaussian systems this leads to the well-
known Kalman filter which is an online estimation method. An extension of the Kalman filter makes it applicable to
offline estimation, and to prediction. For nonlinear dynamic systems, the so-called 'extended Kalman filter' is a
suboptimal solution which only works well if the nonlinearities are not severe and the disturbances are Gaussian.
Another estimation method is the 'particle filter'. This method is generally applicable, and is optimal, but it is
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computationally intensive. An important aspect of the course is bringing a theoretical concept to a practical
solution. Students that attend this course will design an estimator for a given navigation process. Various
estimation methods (e.g. Kalman, extended Kalman, particle filtering) will be tested and evaluated with a tracking
and SLAM problem. Matlab is used as a development platform.
Contents Self s
Estimation, Kalman filter, extended Kalman filter, Particle filter, prediction, SLAM.
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191121730
Production Technology - Capita Selecta
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prof.dr.ir. R. Akkerman
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dr. I. Baran
Lecturer
dr.ir. L. Warnet
Lecturer
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Content
Exam
After the course the student is able to...
1. Define and analyse research question(s) in the field of production technology for the assignment to decide
how the assignment should be carried out. Tasks such as literature research, experiments, numerical
analysis, modelling or combinations of these tasks could be required/included.
2. Set up a logical and feasible plan of action to carry out the various tasks required as mentioned under 1.
3. Perform relevant actions in line with plan of action to gather information and study the information in
detail.
4. Write a concise report that clearly and in a logical way shows how the research questions are answered
and what conclusions can be drawn.
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191121740
Rheology & Processing of Thermoplastics
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Knowledge on the visco-elastic behavior of polymer melts is not only of crucial importance for conventional
processing techniques such as extrusion and injection molding, but also for novel processing technologies for the
production of thermoplastic composite products. This course starts off with a description of the basic models for
describing the properties of the visco-elastic behavior of polymer melts (relaxation, creep, dynamic behavior, linear
visco-elastic theory and time-time temperature superposition), power law, rubber elasticity and reptation). With the Tests
use of this knowledge, the link between experiments to characterize the rheological behavior (rheometry), the
material behavior during processing (e.g. crystallization), and the final mechanical properties of the polymer will be Repo
elaborated.
To finish the course the students will independently (or in small groups) carry out a numerical or experimental
research on a rheological topic. The findings together with a literature review on the topic have to be described in a
report and defended during the oral exam.
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201400050
Signal Processing for Acoustics and Vibration
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191155710
Surface Technology
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Surface technology gives an overview of surface treatments and coating techniques which are available to Self s
'engineer' a surface, so to give desired properties to a surface. Examples of desired properties of a surface which
can be obtained by surface technology are wear resistance, thermal isolation and corrosion protection. Besides
this, decorative purposes can also be a reason to apply surface treatments and coatings. The largest part of
'Surface Technology' deals with basic principles and possibilities versus limitations of coating processes and
surface treatments. The emphasis lies on modern processes like Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD), Chemical
Vapour Deposition (CVD) and electroplating. Examples of basic principles that will be discussed are vacuum Tests
technology, evaporation, sputtering and basics of ionized gases. Besides this, attention will be paid to coating
materials, failure mechanisms, characterization of coatings and selection of surface treatments and coatings. Oral e
The main goal is to gain understanding in the basic principles and the application issues of modern surface
treatments and coating techniques.
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191155720
Surface Technology and Tribology - Capita Selecta
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This course covers individual learning assignments and activities within the field of specialization (“Surface
Technology and Tribology”, “Skin Tribology” or “Tribology Based Maintenance”). The course is not scheduled in
the time tables of the programme. About the content and the study load, the student requires written approval (e- Oral E
mail) of the supervisor on beforehand.
Aim: to obtain in-depth knowledge of a specialized subject in the aforementioned areas. The final purpose is that
the student is able to explore alternatives and answers to a specific research question and to discuss their validity,
limitations and/or relevance for application.
The content is case specific. The answers to the research question may be found by literature study, by simple
experiments, by (numerical) analysis and modelling or a combination of these.
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201600101
Theory of ODE
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dr. T. Weinhart
Contactperson for the course
In this course we take a different approach and look for analytical solutions that is solutions without the aid of a Assig
computer. Armed with these 'old' techniques, we ask the questions: Why are there different methods for solving
ODEs? Which method is best for the which job; How do we know is our (commercial) numerical solution is correct? Prese
We start by introduction the idea of a partial differential equations, that is, a differential equation that contains
unknown multivariable functions and their partial derivatives; and the highly important special case the ordinary
differential equations (ODEs), which deal with functions of a single variable and their derivatives. The course will
show that solutions techniques for these equations build on each other and solving a more complex form is often Collo
facilitated by reducing to one of the simpler forms that your already know how to solve. For this reason the course
will focus on ODEs and there solution techniques, which themselves appear in many applications; for example the
flow of a liquid in an emptying barrel or the vibrations of a string.
The purpose of this course is: to become familiar with solution methods for differential equations, to know which Lectu
tools to use when, and know how to check if the solution you obtain is correct.
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191155730
Tribology
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The course Tribology gives a general overview of tribology for dry and lubricated systems. The basic friction laws
for the dry contact situation are explained as well as the four main wear mechanisms (fatigue, adhesive-, abrasive-
and corrosive-wear). Next, the two lubrication mechanisms (hydrodynamic and hydrostatic) are discussed with
respect to film formation and load carrying capacity. The contents of the lectures are as given in the book
“Advanced engineering design – lifetime performance and reliability”, ISBN 10 90 81040618. With the available
Calculator on www.engineering-abc.com the students can practice their skills gained in the lectures.
The lectures closes with an assignment which results in a report that has to be defended during the oral exam.
Assumed previous knowledge
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