ARO 2150 - Vector Dynamics (3)

Cross Listed as: ME 2150
Rectilinear and curvilinear motion of particles. Kinematics & kinetics. Planar motion of rigid bodies in an inertial reference frame using Cartesian, normal-tangential and polar coordinate systems. Newton’s laws of motion. Work and energy including kinetic and potential energy. Linear and angular impulse and momentum. Direct and oblique central impact. Mass moments of inertia. Fixed-axis rotation and general plane motion of rigid bodies. External loads, inertia forces, load factors & V-n diagrams on aircraft. Theory and applications applied to aircraft and rocket structures.

Prerequisite(s): C- or better in ME 2141 or C or better in ARO 2041, CE 2041, or ME 214; and C or better in MAT 1150 or MAT 116.
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once