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MM~~IC Control Engineering
No. of hours per week: two hours
Subject aims and description
An introduction to the application of classical methods for the
analysis of the dynamic performance of linear systems.
Introduction to closed-loop control. Definitions, terminology
and examples. Mathematical modelling of physical systems.
Review of complex variables and functions. Transfer functions.
Linearisation. Block diagrams of closed-loop systems. Block
diagram algebra. Manipulation and derivation of transfer
functions for open and closed-loop linear systems. Transient
analysis. Revision and application of the Laplace transform. The
inverse transform and the time solution of linear models.
Response of first and second order systems to a unit impulse
and unit step inputs. Response improvement of second order
systems by velocity feedback (proportional plus derivative
control). Stability analysis. Routh's stability criterion for linear
control systems. Frequency response analysis. Steady state
solution to sinusoidal inputs and the frequency response
function G (jw). Real and imaginary components; magnitude
and phase.
Representation on logarithmic plots - Bode diagrams. Basic
factors, plotting procedure, applications to the analysis of the
performance of linear control systems.
References
Dransfield, P. Systems and Control. Part 1 and 2, Monash University,
1994
Ogata, K. Modern Control Engineering. 2nd edn, Englewood Cliffs,
N.J.. Prentice Hall, 1990
Palm, W.J. Control Systems Engineering. New York, Wiley, 1986
~ ~ 3 5 Design 0 for Manufacture
No. of hours per week: four hours
Assessment: examination, assignments and project
work
Subject aims and description
Design of tools for metalworking: cutting tools, high removal
tools, single points, multipoint and special form tools design.
Design of diesets for sheetmetal work: blanking, bending,
deep drawing diesets design.
Dies and fixtures design: lolating, clamping and other elements
design. Dimensional analysis: calculation of locating errors.
Kinematics of non uniform motion: theory and practice -
design of cams and cam followers, linkages design.
Automation of production: logic circuits, pneumatic circuits and
electropneumatic circuits design. Circuits design with P.L.C.S.,
hydraulics, introduction to robotics.
Major project: automation of manual tasks. Thirteen weeks
duration.
Textbook
Shigley, J.E. Mechanical Engineering Design. 1st Metric edn, New York,
McGraw-Hill, 1986
References
American Society for Metals, Metals Handbook, Vol. 1. Properties and
Selection of Metals. Vol. 4, Heat Treating 9th edn, Metals Park, Ohio,
American Society for Metals, 1978
American Society of Tool and Manufacturing Engineers (ASTME), Tool
Engineers Handbook. 3rd edn, New York, McGraw-Hill, 1976
American Society of Tool and Manufacturing Engineers (ASTME),
Manufacturing Planning and Estimating Handbook. New York,
McGraw-Hill, 1963
American Society of Tool and Manufacturing Engineers (ASTME),
Handbook of Jig and Fixture Design. 2nd edn, Dearborn, Mich., Soc~ety
of Manufacture, (Rev. ed, of Handbook of Fixture Design), 1989
~ ~ 3 5Design 1 for Industry
No. of hours per week: four hours
Subject aims and description
This subject is designed to develop students in design aspects
of common industrial systems and to consolidate their first
industrial experience into the design process.
Assessment will be by projects and assignments on these
topics:
Design process: advanced aspects of decision-making
strategies within Australian industry. Further consideration of
techniques applicable to divergent idea generation and
convergent solution selection processes.
Mechanical transmission systems: hierarchy of useful
mechanical power transmission systems for fixed and variable
speed ratios. Desiqn of spur and helical sear systems. Force
analysis and stresses under dynamic loadTng conditions. Losses
and heat dissipation. Consideration of fatigue strength and
surface durability. Practical design aspects for shafts, bearings,
pinions, wheels and housings. Machine bases and foundations.
Fluid power systems: design characteristics of hydraulic and
pneumatic systems. Symbols for circuit components and
functions. Linear actuators, pumps and motors. Control valving
for pressure, directional and flow control. Open loop system
analysis, including frictional losses. Pressure and flow variations
during fluid system cycles.
Pressure vessel design: introduction to AS1210 Unfired
Pressure Vessels. Design aspects of available materials, vessel
features, cylindrical shells, dished ends and quick-actuation
closures. lmpection openings and bolted connections with
aaskets. Com~utations for Dressure vessels and submission to
hcal regulato'ry authorities.'
References
Dieter, G.E. Engineering Design, 2nd edn, New York, McGraw-Hill,
1991
Rohner, P. Industrial Hydraulic Control. 3rd edn, Melbourne, A.E. Press,
1988
SAA-HB6-1989. Design Standards for Mech. Eng. Students: Handbook.
3rd edn, Nth Sydney, Standards Assoc. of Australia, 1991
Shigley, J.E. Mechanical Engineering Design: Metric Edition. New York,
McGraw-Hill, 1986