2.001 Mechanics and Materials I
Spring 2015
Instructors: Rohan Abeyaratne, Pierce Hayward, Jeehwan Kim, David Moore Parks
TA: Sasan John Ghaemsaidi
Lecture:
MW 11-12:30
(Rm 3-370)
Recitation 1: R 1-2:30 PM
(Rm 1-136 (except lab))
Recitation 2: R 3-4:30 PM
(Rm 1-136 (except lab))
Recitation 3: F 11 AM - 12:30 PM
(Rm 5-134 (except lab))
Course Description:
Introduction to statics and the mechanics of deformable solids. Emphasis on the three basic principles of equilibrium, geometric compatibility, and material behavior. Stress and its relation to force and moment; strain and its relation to displacement; linear elasticity with thermal expansion. Failure modes. Application to simple engineering structures such as rods, shafts, beams, and trusses. Application to biomechanics of natural materials and structures.
Announcements
2.001 Final Exam Solutions
Solutions to the final exam are on Stellar under the topic Exams.
Wishing you a terrific summer,
Best,
...Debbie
Announced on 22 May 2015 5:39 p.m. by Debra R Blanchard
2.001: John's office hours this week
John will hold office hours tomorrow, Thursday, May 21:
TIME: 8:00 PM onwards
ROOM: 1-375
Good luck on your finals!
Best,
...Debbie
Announced on 20 May 2015 3:31 p.m. by Debra R Blanchard
John's OH this week
Hello all,I will be holding office hours Thursday evening, from 8pm onwards, for however long is needed. Room TBA soon.
Best,
John
Announced on 18 May 2015 6:29 p.m. by Sasan John Ghaemsaidi
2.001: Amended Solutions for Final Exam Review
Popping in to say that we've amended the solutions to include Problems 11 (original solution replaced), 20, 25 (original solution replaced), 30, and 34.
Happy studying!
Best,
...Debbie
Announced on 18 May 2015 2:58 p.m. by Debra R Blanchard
2.001 Solutions to Final Exam Review Questions
We've uploaded almost all the solutions for the Final Exam Review. Look for them on Stellar right under the final exam practice questions.
Have a nice weekend!
Best,
...Debbie
Announced on 15 May 2015 5:43 p.m. by Debra R Blanchard
