Mechanics II (Strength of Materials)
Course Syllabus
| Course Code: | Δ9Υ |
| Semester: | 4th |
| ECTS units: | 5 |
| Weekly Teaching Hours: | 5 |
| Course Page: | https://eclass.duth.gr/courses/TME293/ |
| Instructors: | VLACHOSTERGIOS ZENON |
Course Description
General principles of elasticity theory. Structural elements, stresses, types of supports. Tensions and stresses. Simple, plane and three-dimensional stress states. Mohr’s circles; analysis of deformations, displacements, normal and shear deformations, compromise conditions. Relationships between stresses and strains. Tensile and compression. Generalized Hooke’s law. Bending of beams. Determination of normal and shear stresses, displacements, elastic line. Simple and oblique bending. Static indefinite bending problems. Stress in torsion. St. Venant’s theory. Torsion function, torsional function. Special torsion problems, thin open and closed sections. Centre of shear, Energy Methods, Buckling.
Purpose of the course
At the end of the semester students will be able to:
- Understand the importance of the fundamental principles of Strength of Materials and their value in the initial strategic planning and in the study of numerous engineering problems
- Draw logical and clear conclusions by examining the durability of mechanical systems
- Understand the interdependence of the laws of material strength and its importance in the study of structural strength
Upon completion of the course, the student will be equipped with fundamental knowledge in order to be able to study, develop and solve practical problems in the field of Strength of Materials and Structures in general.
