AF1734 Structural mechanics 1 5.0 credits

· Plane force systems

· Resultant of forces and moments

· Equilibrium equations and calculation of the reactions

· Analysis of trusses with the methods of joints and sections

· Normal force, shear force and bending moment diagrams in beams

· Material properties, Hooke’s law and thermal effect

· Cross-section properties

· Normal stresses in beams loaded with transverse and axial forces

The course intends to give basic knowledge in structural mechanics.

On completion of the course, the student should be able to:

· Calculate the normal forces in plane trusses with the methods of joints and sections

· Draw NVM diagram for statically determinate beams

· Calculate the normal stresses in beams loaded with transverse and axial forces

· Calculate the normal stresses and deformations in bars subjected to temperature load

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

• TENA - Written examination, 5.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

Grading criteria are announced at the beginning of the course.

Jean-Marc Battini

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.