This is an assignment on Advanced mechanical design and materials named material selection and finite element analysis simulation. The assignment is meant to enable the student to apply advanced materials concepts to the analysis of specific high technology components in case studies to enhance performance as well as to formulate the stress analysis relevant to a range of situations.

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Module Title: Advanced Mechanical Design and Materials .
Module Code:
6ME503
Coursework Assignment
No:
1
Material Selection and Finite
Element Analysis Simulation
Assignment Title:
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Introduction
Undertaking this assignment will enable you to disseminate your materials
selection and stress analysis knowledge to a wider audience through
articulation in the form of a technical report. It will also allow you to apply this
knowledge through the use of stress analysis software for undertaking
engineering design analysis, followed by analytical decisions based on
achieved results.
Completion of this assignment will provide an element of Professional
Development through improvement in: writing accurately and effectively in a
Technical Report format, providing data analysis and interpolation process,
interpretation of numerical information, as well as developing sufficient
mathematical and data analysis skills.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this assignment, the student should be able to:Apply advanced materials concepts to the analysis of specific high technology
components in case studies to enhance performance.
Formulate the stress analysis relevant to a range of situations.
The Brief
Section 1 Component / Part Selection (0% of weighting)
For the initial part of your assessment, you need to make a personal selection
of a component or part and ensure that you will be able to conduct hand
calculations, modelling and simulation, be careful with the complexity of the
component you choose as too big a task can lead to time and planning
issues.
Please let the module leader know, if you are unable to select any
component.
Hint: It is better if the component has a failure already
Section 2 Hand calculation and material selection (30% of
weighting-30 Marks Max)
For this section you must provide a free body diagram of your component and
provide an analysis of the loading for the component when at maximum duty.
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You need to think about how the load will be applied to the component, where
the constraints are, etc. The details for your hand calculation and free body
diagram MUST be conducted on the component and shown in the report.
Proper material indices should be established based on operating condition
and other generic criteria (such as cost, eco friendliness). The initial material
selection (using CES) can be based on the hand calculation results, with
refinements added once information has been captured from the simulation by
applying advanced material concept
Hint: Detailed reasoning for choosing an appropriate material (based on the
application of material merit indices such as the cost, eco friendliness) will be
advantageous. Consider a weighting matrix to provide an in depth evaluation.
Section 3 Modelling (10% of weighting-10 Marks Max)
The CAD model MUST be modelled and owned by the student.
SolidWorks 2012/2013 student version (when it is available) MUST be used
as the main CAD software.
Section 4 Software Analysis (40% of weighting—40 Marks Max)
The software output validation MUST be conducted on every aspect of
simulation.
Hint: Consider reviewing the online tutorials for the validation process.
A minimum of three or more Finite Element Analysis Simulation MUST be
chosen from simulations such as Static, Pressure, Buckling, Thermal, Vertical
Gravity, Horizontal Gravity, Vibration, Drop test and/or Pressure vessel design
analysis.
This will continue with Design Optimisation which MUST BE USED. After
completing the Design Optimisation, you need to re-run the previous
simulations and Fatigue analysis to ensure you’re your improved design
meets the requirement.
The report will require all the evidence that such analyses have been
conducted.
Hint: Images mean nothing without an explanation and annotations
Section 5 Report (20% weighting—20 Marks Max)
This should be a report or essay of 3000 words (±10%). It should be a
reflection on the design parameters, materials, FEA analysis and
recommendation of improving the design. It is up to you how you interpret
this; it should be based on critical reflection of this assignment. It may be that
you wish to include experiences/opportunities you see in your work place or
the real world. You may wish to research triumphs/failures of FEA
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(Sciencedirect.com) and how they relate to your experience in this
assignment. You may discuss organisations, costs etc. It is open-ended (but
the number of words you write isn’t!)
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Marking Matrix
Section
Section 1 Component / Part Selection
Section 2 Hand calculation and material selection
Section 3 Modelling
Section 4 Software Analysis
Section 5 Report (20 Marks)
Report Layout-References- use of Images etc.
Depth of Study
Total
Max Mark Available
0%
30%
10%
40%
10%
10%
100%
Reading Materials
Module lecture and support notes.
See also module reading list
Please do look on the SolidWorks Simulation Tutorial under Pressure Vessel
to give you an idea on how to conduct the simulation.
Note: These sources are guides only to commonly available material.
Students will also be expected to consult other relevant source material.
Submission Requirements
e-Submission
In order to reduce unnecessary travel and queuing time for students, the
University has moved to electronic submission (eSubmission) of all
assignments where this is possible. Your tutor will advise you if this is not the
case for the assignments of this module.
Start by taking a look at the eSub website www.derby.ac.uk/esub as this is the
main site supporting students with eSubmission and provides support
documents and videos to talk you through the whole process.
You will also find a printable guide In the Assessments area of your module
called Electronic Submission Guide for Students this will talk you through
the submission process and guide you to further resources to help you submit
your work.
The assignment report element will need to be MAXIMUM of 3300 words
(3000 (±10%)). in length.
Your report must be submitted by uploading through the Report Assignment
drop box for Turnitin before the date and time stated on the cover sheet.
Your FEA files must be submitted through the FEA File Assessment drop box
Remember to save all Files in one Directory and then add to a Zip file so all
your work is compressed into one file.
Both drop boxes are available on course resources. See image below.
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Report Submission Drop
Box (through Turnitin)
FEA Files (Zipped) drop box
Submission Date
Refer to front sheet.
Extenuating Circumstances
In line with the University policy on Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances
(EEC), extensions for hand-in of work will only be given by following the
procedures and guidelines provided for EEC on the university website at
www.derby.ac.uk/eec.
You are reminded that personal computer/printer crashes or errors are
not considered to be acceptable reasons for the granting of an
extension to the hand in date.
Late submission will be penalised
Plagiarism
An “academic offence” is committed when a student tries to gain improper
advantage for her/himself, or not following the Academic Regulations,
concerning any part of the assessment process. Please refer to the 3Rs
statement on page 93: http://www.derby.ac.uk/files/3rs_2011-12.pdf
Reading Materials
Module lecture and support notes
http://www.sisconet.com/downloads/mmsovrlg.pdf “Overview & Introduction to
the Manufacturing Message Specification (MMS)”, 1995
Also Refer to module reading list within the module handbook
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Note: These sources are guides only to commonly available material. You
will also be expected to consult other relevant source material according to
the nature of the subject.
Assessment Criteria
All grades given for assignment work are provisional until confirmed or
otherwise by the relevant examinations board.
The grading scales that applies within the University Credit Framework in
association with each grade as shown overleaf:
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