ME 1121: Introduction to Mechanical Engineering

Standards, Codes and Mechanical Engineering Societies

Mohammad Ali Noor Zaman

Lecturer
Department of Mechanical & Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science & Technology
Standards

Standard: A standard is a document that defines the characteristics of a product,

process or service, such as dimensions, safety aspects, and performance
requirements.

−Standards are a COMMUNICATION tool that allows all users to speak the same language
when reacting to products or processes

−For designs, for manufacturing, for testing, for applications and so on.

−Standards ultimately, are designed to protect the public from questionable designs, products
and practices .

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 Standards

• The U.S. federal government is the largest single creator and user
of standards: more than 45,000

• About 210 organizations are designated Standard Development

Organizations (SDO’s)

• Most Standards (about 90%) come from about 20 of these SDO’s.

• Even Clothes and Shoe sizes are controlled by International

Standards

• Building Codes (such as BNBC) are also like Standards, but they
are legally binding.

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Why Standards Matter?

• Standards provide a Legal or at least enforceable, means to evaluate

acceptability and sale-ability of products and/or services

• Huge Impact on business and Industry

• Roughly 80% of global merchandise trade is affected by standards and by regulations that
embody standards. This means standardization affects virtually all products and services
used or traded.

• FDA (Food and Drug Administration, USA) approval for exporting Medicine and Food to
USA

• EMA (European Medicines Agency) approval for EU

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 Why Standards Matter?

• Standards can simplify product development, lower costs,

increase productivity, ensure safety, permit
interchangeability, compatibility, and interoperability,
enhance the acceptance of new products, maintain
uniformity in product quality and much more.

• Standards and their application play a key role in the transfer

of technology, from the research and development stage, to
production, and ultimately to a product's success in the
marketplace.

• For example: ISO 9000 – a quality standard used by business

to say “We are QUALITY”

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 Why Standards Matter?

Case Study: Fire in Baltimore, Maryland (USA) in 1904

One reason for the fire's duration was the lack of national standards in
fire-fighting equipment.

Although fire engines from many other cities responded, many were
useless because their hose couplings failed to fit Baltimore
hydrants. As a result, the fire burned over 30 hours, destroying 1,526
buildings spanning 70 city blocks.

The fire was reported first at 10:48 a.m. and quickly spread. It could not
be controlled in the next 30 hours.

The NFPA then set about to develop uniform sprinkler systems and
standard hose couplings

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Standard Development Organization

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Standard Development Organization

• BS (British Standard), IS (Indian Standard)

• ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
• ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)
• NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency)
• UL (Underwriters Laboratories) Listing: Standard for safety
• AISI (American Iron and Steel Institute)
• IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)
• ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers)

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Codes

Code: Laws or regulations that specify minimum standards to protect public safety and
health such as Codes for construction of buildings, Codes for fire safety etc.

Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC):

−Structural strength; Permitted height; Construction type and materials; Building occupancy;
Fire-safety provisions etc.

−The provision set in the building codes are representations of possible regulations and do
not become law until enacted by the authority having jurisdiction

−There are government bodies in charge of verifying and implementing the codes

NFPA: Fire safety (Detection/Protection) regulations

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Standards and Codes

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 Mechanical Engineering Societies
Mechanical engineering societies are organizations that bring together professionals, researchers, educators, and
students in the field of mechanical engineering. These societies play a crucial role in fostering collaboration,
disseminating knowledge, promoting advancements, and supporting the professional development of individuals
within the mechanical engineering community.

Functions:

1.Professional Development: Provide opportunities for continuing education, training, and professional development
for mechanical engineers.
2.Networking: Facilitate networking among professionals, researchers, and students, creating a platform for
collaboration and knowledge exchange.
3.Information Dissemination: Distribute information about the latest research, technological advancements, and
best practices within the field of mechanical engineering.
4.Standards and Codes: Contribute to the development and updating of standards and codes relevant to mechanical
engineering practices.
5.Advocacy: Advocate for the interests of mechanical engineers, both within the profession and in the broader
community.

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Mechanical Engineering Societies

• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

• Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

• Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)

• International Federation of Automatic Control (IFAC)

• European Society of Mechanical Engineers (EUROMECH)

• Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering (CSME)

• Society for Experimental Mechanics (SEM)

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 Mechanical Engineering Societies
Activities:

1.Conferences and Symposia: Organizing and hosting conferences, seminars, and symposia where professionals can
present research findings, discuss innovations, and network with peers.

2.Publications: Publishing journals, magazines, and technical papers to disseminate research findings, industry
trends, and best practices.

3.Standards Development: Contributing to the development of technical standards and codes that guide engineering
practices and ensure safety and quality.

4.Professional Education: Offering training programs, workshops, and courses to support the ongoing education and
skill development of mechanical engineers.

5.Community Outreach: Engaging in activities that promote the profession to the public, encourage STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, and inspire the next generation of engineers.

6.Technical Committees: Forming technical committees that focus on specific areas within mechanical engineering to
address emerging issues, share expertise, and contribute to the development of the field.

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 Chapter 75 : Al-Qiyaama, Verses: 26 - 30

ُ ‫ﺳ‬
‫ﺎق‬ ِ ‫( َو ْٱﻟﺗَﻔﱠ‬۲۸) ‫اق‬
‫ت ٱﻟ ﱠ‬ ُ ‫ظ ﱠن أَﻧﱠﮫُ ْٱﻟ ِﻔ َر‬َ ‫( َو‬۲۷) ‫ق‬ ٍ ‫( َوﻗِﯾ َل َﻣ ْن َرا‬۲٦) ‫ﻰ‬ َ ِ‫ت ٱﻟﺗ ﱠ َراﻗ‬ ٓ ‫َﻛ ﱠ‬
ِ َ‫ﻼ ِإ َذا ﺑَﻠَﻐ‬
(۳۰) ‫ﺎق‬ ُ ‫ﺳ‬ َ ‫( ِإﻟَ ٰﻰ َر ِﺑّ َك ﯾَ ْو َﻣﺋِ ٍذ ْٱﻟ َﻣ‬۲۹) ‫ق‬ ِ ‫ﺳﺎ‬
‫ِﺑﭑﻟ ﱠ‬

But no! ˹Beware of the day˺ when the soul reaches the collar bone ˹as it
leaves˺, (26) and it will be said, “Is there any healer ˹who can save this
life˺?” (27) And the dying person realizes it is ˹their˺ time to
depart, (28) and ˹then˺ their feet are tied together ˹in a shroud˺. (29) On
that day they will be driven to your Lord ˹alone˺. (30)