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MENG 3306 – Mechanics of Materials
Spring 2023 – Final Project (25%)
Design Project/ Apply MOM Concepts
Design Project/ Apply MOM Concepts
I. Objective
The objectives of this design project are as follows:
• Apply the course principles to a practical problem. Basically, this project provides an
opportunity to apply basic knowledge in addition to what is learned in the course to solve
an engineering problem.
• Learn to design and conduct experiments, if applicable, as well as analyze and interpret
data. This project serves to reinforce topics taught in the classroom and to introduce
students to the engineering design process with their first hands-on design experience if
they choose to.
The purpose of this project is to design a project that is of your own choice. This work is
individual work. The project topic should be based on real-world scenario; however, you
will be limited by the concepts listed in the syllabus. You must address at least two concepts
from the course materials in your project.
II. Project
You may consider one of the following options when choosing your topic:
1. Use and apply course concepts to solve engineering problem.
2. Demonstrate a 3D model of a concept that are listed in the syllabus. This can be done by
creating a visual aid (build a 3D model/ prototype or simulation) to help illustrate the
chosen concept.
3. Choose an engineering article that discuss an engineering application or a problem and
write your paper based on the article by expanding on what the article discusses.
Your project should include but not limited to the following:
• General review of the material/application/mechanical behavior phenomenon you have
chosen.
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• Research article highlighting mechanical behavior relevant to the course
material/application. This could be experimental, analytical, computational, or
combination of three.
• Develop a model of mechanical components by making reasonable assumptions and
writing appropriate equations, apply appropriate failure criteria, if any, formulate a design
methodology.
• The product of each design is a formal design report, prepared in accordance with a
standard format that specifies a concise problem statement, assumptions, a description of
the problem-solving approach, the results of the design including sketches, charts, graphs,
discussion, and conclusions that include recommendations to further improve the design.
III. Deliverables
1. Formal design report/paper of about six to eight pages long not counting the title page
and references. You have to include a title page, introduction and other sections (see
evaluation section below) and include all references.
2. A PowerPoint presentation that summarizes your project. It should include few slides to
help you present your work/project within the assigned time.
3. If you choose to focus on one article (having other references), then you need to upload
that article as one of your deliverables.
These items should be submitted as separate files to the appropriate project assignment in
Canvas.
IV. File submissions/ Important Dates
# Documents needed Notes Dates
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Project proposal
(Requires the instructor
approval)
A one-page file describing the project you
want to do and the title of the project
Feb. 17, 2023
@ 11:59 pm
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Pape
slides/ recording
and article if applicable
Upload all these files separately
Apr. 17, 2023
@ 11:59 pm
* If your proposal is not approved, you need to resubmit it ASAP within two days max.
Good luck!
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V. Evaluation
Grades are given based on quality of the work, thoroughness, and creativity. The grades will be
divided as follows:
1. Uploading all required documents (5 points)
2. Project Content (50 points):
a. Is title page included?
. Is abstract included?
c. Is table of contents included?
d. Introduction? Quality of background and introduction? Sufficient for intelligent non-
experts to understand?
e. Methodology?
f. Results: Presented experimental, analytical, computational, or combination of three
solution clearly?
g. Discussion? Presented findings clearly?
h. Conclusion? Clearly articulated conclusions?
i. References? Include all references?
j. Presenter knowledgeable about subject? Clear and concise description of the central
question to be investigated and its significance?
3. Clarity of Presentation (45 points):
a. Clarity of speaking style?
. Effective use of visual aids?
c. Timing and pace of presentation?
d. Organization of presentation?
e. Fully justifies findings and questions?
Microsoft Word - Wendingoundi Clovis project proposal
Wendingoundi Clovis
Compaore
MENG 3306 – Mechanics of Materials
Project Proposal
Title : The spring foundation
The spring foundation the conception of a system of many
metallic springs capable to reduce the impact of the energy
elease by earth quakes.
The spring foundation can has many purposes:
Support any construction weight.
Reduce the impact of the ground movement.
Save life during natural disasters.