Introduction to Mechanical Design (Polytech'/MI Course)

This module builds on the content of module HLME303 and introduces the basic analytical tools necessary for implementing a mechanical systems design process. It aims to provide methods for analyzing and sizing mechanical systems built using the most common technological components. 

This module consists solely of lectures and tutorials but maintains close interaction with the HLME401 “Technology Project” module in order to apply all the acquired skills to a case study. Initially, the main methods for modeling mechanical systems (functional analysis, kinematic diagrams) will be covered. Next, the module will focus on the essential technological components used to create rotational guides (plain bearings) or transmit power (belts, gears).

• Conduct a functional analysis (interactor diagram and FAST diagram) of a basic mechanism based on the manufacturer's drawings and documentation,
• Construct the kinematic diagram of a 2D or 3D mechanism based on the assembly drawing, 
• Analyze a power transmission system and calculate its associated characteristics (gear ratio, efficiency, etc.), 
• Select and size standard mechanical components (plain bearings, gears, planetary gear trains).

Technical Communication

Kinematics and Statics of Solids

Simple Materials and Structures

100% continuous assessment

• External functional analysis (requirements analysis, inter-actor diagram) and internal functional analysis (FAST diagram)
• Kinematic Modeling of Joints and 3D Schematics
• Power Transmission Through Obstacles (Gears: Simple and Epicyclic Gear Trains)
• Sizing of a Pivot Connection Using a Plain Bearing