Integrating a Research Problem in a Course in Applied Elasticity

Autar Kaw, Glen H Besterfield, Sanjeev Nichani

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Abstract

An example of integrating a single research problem over a broad range of topics in a graduate-level course in applied elasticity (advanced strength of materials) is given in this paper. The research problem was obtained from an investigation of failures during the assembly of fulcrums of bascule bridges. Topics exemplified by using this problem included interference fits, axisymmetric problems, transformation of strains and stresses, comparison of failure theories, and the effect of temperature-dependent thermoelastic properties.

Original languageAmerican English
JournalInternational Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education
Volume32
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2004

Keywords

  • elasticity
  • interference fits
  • shrink fit
  • thermal stresses

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