CLO 2: Display the application of static in real practice (LOD 4, PLO 4, P4) – SK3, SK4, SK8, SP1, SP3, SP4 (25%) – REPORT
CLO 3: Respond in-group effectively in order to solve the problem given (LOD 7, PLO 9, A2) (5%) – PRESENTATION
CLO 4: Analyze and solve the problem related to the static structural element (LOD 2, PLO 2, C4) (5%) – REPORT
GENERAL:
Group: Students are required to form a group which contains 5 members.
Submission Deadline: Week 14.
Presentation Materials: i) Full report
ii) Presentation: 5-minute video.
INTRODUCTION:
Statics and its practical applications are intricately interconnected, encompassing a wide array of domains. The discipline of statics provides valuable insights into the behavior of forces and bodies and how they interact. In the field of engineering, statics finds extensive use, particularly in the analysis of various structures, such as those encountered in architectural and structural engineering.
Identify a Practical Scenario:Select a real-world scenario that relates to the principles of statics covered in the course curriculum. Ensure the scenario is complex enough to require the use of core statics principles, including equilibrium of forces, support reactions, or free-body diagrams. This scenario should also reflect problems commonly encountered in structural engineering.
Deconstruct the Scenario:Break down the chosen scenario into a statics problem by identifying key components such as applied forces, support conditions, and structural constraints. This process should involve a systematic analysis of the forces at play and how they interact with the structural elements.
Conduct a Thorough Analysis:Perform a detailed analysis using statics principles, such as the equations of equilibrium, force analysis, and moments. Ensure that the analysis reflects a depth of understanding and application of core statics theory. Use established methods and techniques to solve the problem. Clearly show all calculations and diagrams used in the analysis.
State Assumptions:Clearly state any assumptions made during the analysis (e.g., material properties, idealized support, negligible deformations). Support your assumptions with sound rationale and references to the literature or standards. This may involve consulting textbooks, technical references, or other sources that support your assumptions.
REPORT:
Your report should include the following:
a) Introduction: Detail description of the study area/relevant information. Problem Identification: Clearly describe the chosen scenario and its relevance to statics principles.
b) Problem Deconstruction: Detail how you broke the scenario into a solvable statics problem, explaining the forces and constraints involved.
c) Analysis: Provide all relevant calculations, diagrams (e.g., free-body diagrams), and step-by-step reasoning to solve the problem.
d) Assumptions: List and justify all assumptions with appropriate references from technological literature.
e) Conclusion: Summarize your findings, highlighting how the statics principles were applied to solve the problem.
