ENGINEERING MECHANICS – STATICS

Elements of vector algebra [Systems of Reference – Cartesian; Addition and Subtraction of Vectors;

Vector Products: Scalar & Vector Products;

Definition of force and moment vectors [Moment w.r.t. a point and w.r.t. an axis; couple of forces].

Basic principles of statics.
Equipollent sets of forces; reduction of sets of forces.
Distributed force sets; center of mass; centroid; Pappus Theorems.
Conditions of static Equilibrium of rigid (undeformable) bodies.
Analysis of statically determinate trusses, beams and frames (including three-joint structures and Gerber beams).
Determination of bending moment, shear force and axial force diagrams.

Depending on time availability:

•Flexible Cables

SEMESTER	1st
eclass	https://eclass.upatras.gr/courses/CIV1535/
COURSE OUTLINE	https://www.civil.upatras.gr/index.php/odhgos/
Instructor	FAVVATA MARIA
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION and EXAMINATIONS	Greek
Credits ECTS	6
Teaching Hours	4
Erasmus+	no
Code	CIV_1215

The students should familiarize themselves with

fundamental concepts of Mechanics, including:

Elements of Vector Algebra
Principles of Statics of Rigid (Non-deformable) Bodies
Analysis of Trusses
Analysis of static determinate frames and beams including drawing of MNV diagrams

After completing the course the students should be able to: