Engineering Statics: Basic Concepts

Introduction to Engineering Statics for Engineering and Architecture College Students

What you'll learn

Demonstrate understanding of the basic principles of trigonometry, scalar & vector

Contrast the issues of equilibrium of a particle and equilibrium of a rigid body

Apply static equilibrium equations to calculate reactions, resultant of a set of forces, moments, and couples of simple structures

Provide students with an understanding of the role of Statics in the design of structures

Requirements

Trigonometric Functions and College Physics

Description

Statics is that branch of mechanics involving the study of forces and the effect of forces on physical systems that are in equilibrium. Statics is one of the oldest branches of science. Its origins date back to the Egyptians and Babylonians, who used statics in the building of pyramids and temples. Among the earliest written records are the theories developed by Archimedes (287–212 B.C.), who explained the equilibrium of the lever and the law of buoyancy in hydrostatics. However, modern statics dates from about A.D. 1600 with the use by Simon Stevinus of the principle of the parallelogram of forces.This course is an introduction to Statics with a focus on analysis, problem-solving techniques, and applications to the design of structural members. Course coverage includes basic principles of trigonometry, scalar and vector quantities, Statics of particles, Statics of rigid bodies in two dimensions, analysis of frames and trusses, the center of gravity, moments of inertia, friction, and Axial load.Upon successful completion of this course, students will:Understand basic principles of vector quantities and Statics of particles.Understand the state-of-the-art of competency to apply the principles of Statics.Understand the role of Statics in the design of structuresTextbookStatics and Strength of Materials by H.W. Morrow and Robert P. Kokernak, 7th Edition, 2011- Publisher: Prentice Hall.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Resultant of Concurrent Forces

Lecture 2 2.1 Resultant of Concurrent Forces in a Plane

Lecture 3 2.2 Methods of Resultant Part 1

Lecture 4 2.4 Resultant of Three or More Forces

Section 3: Equilibrium of Concurrent Forces

Lecture 5 3.1 Equilibrium of Concurrent Forces in a Plane

Lecture 6 3.2 Three Concurrent Forces in Equilibrium

Lecture 7 3.3 Four or More Forces in Equilibrium

Section 4: Resultant of Non-concurrent Forces

Lecture 8 4.1 Resultant of Non-concurrent Forces in a Plane

Lecture 9 4.2 Moment of a Force

Lecture 10 4.3 Resultant of Parallel Forces

Lecture 11 4.4 Moment of a Couple

Lecture 12 4.5 Resultant of Distributed Loading

Engineering & Architecture Undergraduates