Mechanical Dynamics (518H3)

15 credits, Level 7 (Masters)

Autumn teaching

Topics include:

• state space modelling of dynamic systems
• self-excited vibration and instability
• various non-linear phenomena
• applications of the Finite-Element Method in dynamics
• the Rayleigh-Ritz method
• linear model reduction techniques
• MDOF models of linear damping
• the effect of damping on natural frequencies and mode shapes
• forced vibration of general linear MDOF systems
• time and frequency domain analysis, solution via DFT
• review of probability theory and the normal distribution
• introduction to stochastic processes, correlation functions, and power spectral densities
• random vibration analysis of linear dynamic systems
• international standards on machine vibration levels.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

This module is offered on the following courses:

• Mechanical Engineering (with an industrial placement year) MEng
• Mechanical Engineering MEng
• Mechanical Engineering with Robotics (with an industrial placement year) MEng
• Mechanical Engineering with Robotics MEng