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EAT103 - Applied Mechanics Assignment 1 of 2, 2016-2017
The following learning outcomes will be assessed:

Knowledge
• An understanding of the fundamental concepts, laws and analytic methods for the solution of applied mechanics problems
Skills
• Proficiency in the use of mechanical technology, and the ability to evaluate and appraise the results of practical experiments.

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Engineering Mechanics Assignment 1: Laboratory investigation

This is an individual assignment, in which you will carry out some experimental work and produce a technical report concerning the following topic:

• Stiffness of different materials

A significant part of the assignment should involve the acquisition of experimental results using equipment in the Mechanics Laboratory. To carry out this experiment you should work in groups of 3 or 4 people. The names of members of your group must be listed on your report front sheet. The report, however, must be an individual effort and not produced as group work. When carrying out laboratory work you must always inform one of the technicians, who will also provide you with equipment where necessary.

More details of the topic listed above are appended to this assignment.

Submission Requirements

You should submit a report for the experiment you complete. Pay attention to presentation, since untidy or illegible work will be penalised. Your report should be typed, with relevant figures, tables of results, graphs, and analysis.

Note that you are not required to complete a full laboratory report, but need only concentrate on the areas described in the relevant marking scheme, given on the next page.

Objective: To achieve an understanding of the stiffness of different materials under load.

Stiffness is an important property for many applications of materials. The stiffness of a structure depends on both the properties of the material from which it is made and on the geometry of the structure.

The TE16 apparatus uses an example of a very simple structure, a beam in three point bending. The apparatus explores the effects of material and geometry on the stiffness of the simple structure. Included with the apparatus is a selection of test beams or ‘specimens' made from different materials and cross sectional dimensions.

The apparatus is very simple to use, the operator places the specimen into the apparatus and applies a load. A dial indicator measures the deflection of the specimen at the point of loading.

Attachment:- eat103_cw1_2016-2017.pdf