ME 25000 - Statics

Forces and couples, free body diagrams, two and three-dimensional equilibrium of a particle and rigid bodies. Principles of friction, centroids, center of gravity, and moments of inertia. Virtual work, potential energy, and static stability of equilibrium. Internal forces, shear and bending moment diagrams.

Preparation for Course
P: PHYS 15200. P or C: MA 26100.

Cr. 3.