Mechanics of Mechanisms & Robots (870H1)
Mechanics of Mechanisms and Robots
Module 870H1
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
The module will cover the analysis of motion of solid bodies under the action of forces. Starting with Newton’s laws the motion of particles, solid bodies and assemblies will be analysed. The study of the fundamental types of motion of free solids will form the basis for the analysis of motion of mechanisms. Relative motion in an assembly will be studied from the perspective of relative trajectory, velocity and acceleration in systems typical to robotic systems.
Library
Uicker J. J., Pennock G. R. and Shigley J. E, Theory of machines and mechanisms. New York, N.Y.: Oxford University Press
John J Craig, Introduction to robotics: mechanics and control, Pearson
Mark W Spong and M Vidyasagar, Robot dynamics and control, Wiley
Module learning outcomes
Systematically understand and analysis of the fundamental principles of motion of free solid bodies and relative motion of various parts of interconnected systems.
Demonstrate critical awareness of the effect of forces upon the motion of mechanisms and robots.
Comprehensively identify theoretical principles and methods for the modelling of the kinematics and dynamics of robotic systems.
Deploy originality in the application of underlying principles of 3D modelling of robotic systems into dynamic scenarios.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Project | T1 Week 11 | 33.00% |
| Project | T1 Week 6 | 33.00% |
| Oral assessment | A1 Week 2 (20 minutes) | 34.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111011111 |
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 2 hours | 00101011010 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 01010010101 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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