Mechanics of Solids

Module code: MEU44B01 · Semester: Semester 2

Resources

• Module descriptor (TCD)

Questions by Year

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• 2017/18 (old code ME4B01)
• 2016/17 (old code ME4B01)
• 2015/16 (old code ME4B01)
• 2014/15 (old code ME4B01)
• 2013/14 (old code ME4B01)
• 2012/13 (old code ME4B01)

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Topics

• Deformation, strain, stress, equilibrium and linear elastic constitutive relations LO1
• Stress functions: beams, thick-walled pressure vessels, point loads, holes in plates LO2
• Viscoelastic modelling and intermittent loading LO3
• Laminate theory: orientation, unidirectional strength, composite laminates LO4
• Introduction to the finite element method LO2

Learning outcomes

1. Know elasticity theory: equilibrium, compatibility, boundary conditions, stress functions
2. Calculate stress and strain distributions with stress functions
3. Choose viscoelastic models for materials and characterisation tests
4. Calculate the behaviour of laminates in different orientations

Summarised from the module descriptor, checked November 2026.