Module 1 - Introduction
Chapter 2: Materials and Material Properties
Chapter 2 Overview
Chapter 2 covers the following key concepts:
- Overview of common engineering materials and their applications.
- Key material properties influencing design, such as strength, ductility, and toughness.
- Considerations for material selection based on performance and cost.
Lecture 3: Materials Processing
Today, we’ll explore how materials are processed and how these processes impact their properties. Complete the following tasks to prepare for our class discussion.
-
Read
- Sections 2.1-2.22 of Shigley's Mechanical Engineering Design to learn more about materials selection and processing.
-
Watch
- STEEL: From Start to Finish: Learn about the processes involved in producing steel.
- How its Made Aluminum Pots and Pans: See how aluminum is transformed into everyday items like pots and pans through cold working.
- Amazing Hot Metal Factory - Modern Technology And Hot Forging Process: Discover the techniques used to shape materials through hot working.
-
Practice
- Try the Practice In-Class Quiz 1.
- Afterwards, see how you did by reviewing the Practice In-Class Quiz 1 Solutions.
- Problems 2-2, 2-12, 2-22, and 2-33 from Shigley's Mechanical Engineering Design, and then review the solutions posted.
- Problem 2-2 Solution
- Problem 2-12 Solution
- Problem 2-22 Solution
- Problem 2-33 Solution
Lecture 3 Notes
- Lecture 3 Slides[pdf]
Lecture 4: Materials Selection
Our lecture will focus on the importance of materials selection, and methods you can use to determine optimal materials for your designed machine or machine component. Explore the tasks below to deepen your understanding of this critical topic. We will also have In-Class Quiz 1 today.
-
Read
- Section 3.19 of Shigley's Mechanical Engineering Design to dive deeper into materials selection and processing.
-
Watch
- Metal Hip: Learn about the differences between metal-metal and metal-plastic hip implants through a real-world perspective.
- Steve Carell's Scary Hip Replacement | The Jonathan Ross Show: Hear Steve Carell's humorous take on materials selection for his hip replacement.
-
Complete
- Lecture 4 Quiz: due Tuesday, January 21 at 11:59 PM.