Desiging a Model of a Platform Crane (UMAP)

This module presents Hooke's Law and some fundamental concepts of engineering mechanics as they apply to the design model of a platform crane. The student will gain experience in three-dimensional vector algebra, along with enhanced ability to read, interpret, and construct useful tables for decision-making purposes.

Table of Contents:

PROJECT INTRODUCTION

STATICS: PARTICLE EQUILIBRIUM

SOLUTION PROCEDURE

DISCUSSION AND MODEL REFINEMENT

SOLUTIONS TO THE EXERCISES

REFERENCE

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

ABOUT THE AUTHORS