Mechanics of Mechanisms and Robots (H7120Z)
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Mechanics of Mechanisms and Robots
Module H7120Z
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
The module will cover the analysis of motion of solid bodies under the action of forces. Starting with Newton’s laws the motion of particles, solid bodies and assemblies will be analysed. The study of the fundamental types of motion of free solids will form the basis for the analysis of motion of mechanisms. Relative motion in an assembly will be studied from the perspective of relative trajectory, velocity and acceleration in systems typical to robotic systems. Design and motion analysis of mechanisms and robots will be covered and an introduction to dynamic analysis of robots will be studied.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Project | A2 Week 3 | 100.00% |
Timing
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Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
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