Course title
C00030001
Mechanics of Materials

KARIYA Yoshiharu
Course description
Learn the fundamentals of materials mechanics using mechanical properties, which is an important property in the physical properties of materials. Also, understand the theoretical background of the mechanical properties of materials from the viewpoint of material engineering such as crystal structure. Learn basic skills to study material engineering at university.
Purpose of class
Understand the definitions of stress, strain, elastic modulus, Poisson's ratio and how to use them.
Understand the basic strength calculation method under axial force condition using the linear mechanical properties (elastic modulus and Poisson's ratio) of the material.
Understand the theoretical background of the elastic properties of materials from the viewpoint of material engineering (interatomic bonding, crystal structure).
Goals and objectives
  1. Understand the definitions of stress and strain, and the elastic properties of materials.
  2. Calculate material strength of simple geometries subjected to axial forces using stress, strain, and modulus of elasticity, and select optimal materials for simple structures.
  3. Understand the plastic properties of materials and their physical significance from a crystallographic point of view, and be able to calculate the theoretical strength at which plastic deformation begins.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

Exercise Final report Total.
1. 10% 10% 20%
2. 15% 25% 40%
3. 15% 25% 40%
Total. 40% 60% -
Evaluation method and criteria
The total of 40 points for the exercises in class and 60 points for the final assignment is 100 points, of which 60 points or more is required to pass the course.
The standard score of 60 points is the ability to solve the following problems.

Definition of stress and strain
Hooke's law
Static problems of axial stress
Calculation of bending and buckling stresses of beams
Calculation of principal stresses
Yield conditions
Fundamentals of plastic deformation mechanisms
Calculation of stress and strain after yielding in 3-dimensional space
Language
Japanese
Class schedule

Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. ・ What are physical properties of materials?
・ Classify industrial materials by chemical bond.
・ Classification of characteristics of industrial materials required for product design.
Lead syllabus 190minutes
2. Parameters required for strength calculation
・ Definition of stress (axial stress, shear stress)
・ Definition of strain (axial strain, shear strain)
・ Example of stress state in industrial products
・ Examples of stress and strain
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the definitions of stress and strain. 95minutes
3. Elastic properties
・ Hook's law (Relation between stress and strain in elastic deformation)
・ Elastic modulus (Young's modulus, rigidity modulus, bulk modulus)
・ Poisson's ratio
・ Example of Hooke's law
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review how to calculate stress and strain using elastic modulus and Hooke's law. 95minutes
4. Example of axial stress using elastic properties
・ Static problem (dynamic calculation by balance of force)
・ Instability problem
・ Example of axial stress calculation
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the example of axial stress calculation. 95minutes
5. Physical basis of elastic modulus in crystalline materials
・ Relationship between interatomic bond and elastic modulus
・ Atomic packing (crystal structure) and elastic modulus
・ Example of the relationship between atomic bond and elastic modulus
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the example of the relationship between atomic bonding and elastic modulus 95minutes
6. Elastic properties of polymers and composites
・ Elastic modulus of polymers and glass transition temperature
・ Elastic modulus of composite material
・ Example of calculating elastic modulus of composite material
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the example of elastic modulus calculation for composite materials. 95minutes
7. The following topics will be covered in this lecture, using stress and strain modulus of elasticity to calculate the strength of beams, which are important members in structures.

・Types of beams
・Bending moment and sectional secondary moment
・Stress and deflection calculation of beams
・Examples of bending of beams
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the examples in the handouts. 95minutes
8. This course teaches the theory of how to derive the second moment of section, which is an important parameter in beam strength calculations, and how to theoretically select materials for designing strong and light beams.

・Derivation of the cross-sectional second moment for arbitrary shapes.
・Material selection method using strength calculation of beams
・Material Selection Method Using Strength Calculation of Beams
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the examples in the handouts. 95minutes
9. This course provides an understanding of the buckling phenomenon that is a problem in the strength analysis of columns, which are an important structural member along with beams, and strength calculations to prevent this phenomenon.
・What is buckling?
・Secondary radius and slenderness ratio of cross section
・Euler's buckling theory and calculation of buckling stress
・Examples of buckling
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the examples in the handouts. 95minutes
10. To understand the concept of stress and strain in three-dimensional space and learn the basics of stress calculation in multiaxial stress field, which is a problem in actual structures.
・Stress in three-dimensional space
・Principal stress and principal strain
・Principal stress in two-dimensional space (braid circle)
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the examples in the handouts.
11. The limits of elastic properties of materials and the deformation behavior of materials after that (inelastic properties of materials) are studied.
・Yield and plastic deformation
・Stress-strain curve
・Relationship between plastic deformation and strain hardening
・Yield in three dimensions
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the examples in the handouts. 95minutes
12. To learn about inelastic properties of materials from the viewpoint of microstructure and to be able to derive yield stress, which is the limit value of elastic properties, by calculation.
・Dislocation and Yield in Crystals
・Yield strength (critical decomposition shear stress) in single crystal
・Yield strength in polycrystals (Taylor factor)
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the examples in the handouts. 95minutes
13. The students will learn about strengthening methods for yield strength, and furthermore, design of industrial products determined by yield will be discussed using case studies.
・Strengthening Methods for Materials
 ・Solid solution strengthening
 ・Precipitation strengthening
・Case study of design determined by yield
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the examples in the handouts. 95minutes
14. Students will learn how to calculate stress and strain after yielding in 3-dimensional space using constitutive equations, and deepen their understanding of the concept of constitutive equations by using a case study of plastic deformation.
・Equivalent stress
・Strain increment theory
・Royce's constitutive equation
・Equivalent plastic strain
・Forging analysis
Prepare handouts 95minutes
Review the examples in the handouts. 95minutes
Total. - - 2565minutes
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class
Textbooks and reference materials
Engineering Materials part1
Prerequisites
Review math and physics learned at the high school.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Anytime
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
Active-learning course
More than one class is interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
Applicable The course is taught so that students can understand the mechanics of materials from the viewpoint of using it in the design of structures, making use of practical experience in strength calculations related to the design and manufacture of ships and bridges.
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
  • 12.RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
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