ME313 Theory of Machines (3 CH)

Pre-Requisite:ME212
Instructor: Dr. Sohail Malik
Office # G-16 FME, GIK Institute, Ext. 2253
Email: sohailmalik@giki.edu.pk

Course Introduction
This course is about the study of different mechanisms and their applications based on principles of Kinematics and Dynamics of
machinery. Course covers Linkage Mechanisms, Power Transmission Mechanisms and Control and Precision Mechanisms which are
important aspects for undergraduates of Mechanical Engineering
Course Contents
Fundamentals of Machine Kinematics and Dynamics. Simple mechanism, Linkages: synthesis and analysis, position,
velocity and acceleration analysis, governors, gyroscope, geometry of gears, gear trains, flywheels, cam and follower
design and dynamics, steering gears, balancing of linkages and rotating bodies.

Mapping of CLOs and PLOs

Course Learning Outcomes: After the successful
Sr. No PLOs Blooms Taxonomy
completion of the course student will be able to ….
Analyze mechanisms based on knowledge of PLO2 C4 (Analysis)
CLO_1 kinematics of machinery.

Analyze dynamic problems of various machine PLO2 C4(Analysis)

CLO_2 elements by applying knowledge of dynamics of
machinery.
Design/develop a mechanism/machine for the PLO3 C5 ( Synthesis )
CLO_3
given problem based on theory of machines.
Demonstrate Project Management as PLO11 A4 ( Organization)
CLO_4
individual/group
Course is evaluated at a level of C4
CLO Assessment Mechanism
Assessment tools CLO_1 CLO_2
Quiz 20% 20%
Midterm Exam 80% 0%
Final Exam 0% 80%
Overall Grading Policy
Assessment Items Percentage
Quizzes 10%
Home Assignments 05%
Assignments Sessions 10%
Project / Major Assignment 10%
Midterm Exam 25%
Final Exam 40%
Text and Reference Books
Text books:
• Design of Machinery By R. L. Norton, 5 th Edition published by Mc Graw-Hill, 2012.
Reference books:
• Introduction to Mechanical System Simulation Using Adams by James B. McConville published by SDC
Publications, 2015.
• Cam Design and Manufacturing handbook by Robert L. Norton, 2 nd Edition published by Mc Graw-Hill, 2009.
• Theory of Machines by R. S. Khurmi, J.K. Gupta published by Eurasia Publishing House, 2005.
• Mechanics of Machines: Elementa ry Theory and Examples by John Hannah and Richmond Courtney Stephens published by E.
Arnold, 1984
• Theory of Machines and Mechanisms by John Joseph Uicker, G. R. Pennock, Joseph Edward Shigley published by Oxford
University Press, 2011

Administrative Instruction
▪ According to institute policy, 80% attendance is mandatory to appear in the final examination.
▪ Assignments must be submitted as per instructions mentioned in the assignments.
▪ In any case, there will be no retake of (scheduled/surprise) quizzes.
▪ For queries, kindly email and take an appointment to avoid any inconvenience.

Computer Usage
▪ Students are encouraged to solve and plot related course problems using MATLAB.
▪ Software of the Norton book will be mainly used along with ADAMS to study the kinematics.
▪ For further dynamics study MSc Adams Students edition can be used.
Lecture Breakdown
Lecture 1. Introduction to Theory of Machines
Lecture 2. Links and Joints
Lecture 3. Links and Joints
Lecture 4. Grueblers count and Number Synthesis
Lecture 5. Paradox, Isomers and Linkage Transformation Rules
Lecture 6. Inversions
Lecture 7. Grashof Condition
Lecture 8. Grashof Conditions and Barkers Classification
Lecture 9. Linkages with more than 4 links and Problem Practice
Lecture 10. Synthesis Introduction and Classification
Lecture 11. Limiting Conditions
Lecture 12. Transmission Angle, two Position Dimensional Synthesis (function generation and motion generation)
Lecture 13. Two Position Synthesis ( Coupler Output)
Lecture 14. Three Position Synthesis and Quick Return Mechanism
Lecture 15. 6 Bar Quick Return Mechanism
Lecture 16. Coupler Curves and cognates
Lecture 17. Straight line Mechanisms and Dwell Mechanisms
Lecture 18. Graphical Position Analysis
Lecture 19. Graphical Velocity Analysis
Lecture 20. Graphical Acceleration Analysis
Lecture 21. Velocity Analysis using Instant Centers
Lecture 22. Analytical Kinematic Analysis
Lecture 23. Analytical Kinematic Analysis, Algebraic Position Analysis, Transmission Angle Analysis
Lecture 24. Transmission angle Analysis, Toggle position Analysis and Crank Slider Kinematic Analysis
Lecture 25. Coriolis Acceleration
Lecture 26. Midterm Post Assessment
Lecture 27. Cam Design: Intro and Types
Lecture 28. Cam Design: Cam Fundamental Law
Lecture 29. Cam Design: Double Dwell
Lecture 30. Cam Design: Single Dwell
Lecture 31. Cam Design: CPM
Lecture 32. Dynamics of Machinery: Fundamentals
Lecture 33. Dynamics of Machinery: Center of Percussion
Lecture 34. Dynamics of Machinery: 2 links system
Lecture 35. Dynamics of Machinery: 4 bar mechanism
Lecture 36. Flywheels
Lecture 37. Flywheels Class Problems
Lecture 38. Static Balancing of rotating parts
Lecture 39. Static Balancing class problems
Lecture 40. Dynamic Balancing
Lecture 41. Balancing Problems
Lecture 42. Gyroscopic Couple
Lecture 43. Gyroscopic Couple Problems
Lecture 44. Governors
Lecture 45. Summary and leftovers