ME 512
KINEMATIC DESIGN OF LINKAGES

Information
4 Credits
Available Winter term
Lecture and Lab
OSU Catalog

Prerequisites
ME 317		 Contact
John Parmigiani
(541) 737-7023
303F Dearborn

Course Description

Analysis and study of the function, classification, position, velocity, and acceleration of multi-element mechanical linkages. Synthesis of linkages for specified multiple point paths, quick return, dwell, and straight-line motion. The lecture will instruct students in the kinematic analysis and synthesis of linkages through the use of theory and software packages. The laboratory will familiarize students with a modern mechanism design and animation software package.

Topics

  • Gruebler’s equation & Grashof condition
  • Graphical position synthesis for two and three positions, quick return, straight line, and dwell
  • Analytical position synthesis for multiple positions, coupler curves, and fixed pivots
  • Use of a commercial software packages for mechanical linkage simulation, analysis, and synthesis

Learning Outcomes

The student, upon completion of this course, will be able to:

  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of Gruebler’s equation.
  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of the Grashof condition.
  • Students are able to perform kinematic analysis of a mechanical linkage.
  • Students are able to perform synthesis for multiple specified positions of a mechanical linkage.
  • Students will demonstrate proficiency in the use of commercial software packages for linkage analysis, synthesis, and simulation.