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151-0301-00L 2 Credits BSC D-MAVT

Machine Elements

Maschinenelemente

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Mirko Meboldt, Dr. Quentin Lohmeyer
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:48:11

Abstract

Introduction to machine elements and mechanical systems as basics of product development. Case studies of their application in products and systems.

Objective

The students get an overview of the main mechanical components (machine elements) which are used in mechanical engineering. Selected examples will demonstrate how these can be assembled into functional parts and complete systems such as machinery, tools or actuators. At the same time, also the problem of production (production-oriented design) is discussed. In concurrent lectures / exercises "technical drawing and CAD" the design implementation will be practiced.

Content

- Innovation Process: A Quick Overview - Stages of the planning and design process - Requirements for a design and technical implementation - Choice of materials - Basic principles of a material-specific design - Manufacturing process - fundamentals of a production-oriented design - Connections, fuses, seals - Machine-standard elements - Storage & guides - Transmission and its components - Drives The idea of machine elements is complemented by case studies and illustrated.

Resources

Lecture Notes

The lecture slides will be published beforehand on the website of the pd|z.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 60 minutes
Aids
Erlaubt: 3 A4 Seiten (einseitig) mit Notizen / Zusammenfassung und Nicht-programmierbarer TaschenrechnerNicht erlaubt: mobile Kommunikationsmittel, Computer
Digital
The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.
Computerbasierte Online-Prüfung: Auf dem Prüfungsplan wird 1 Stunde ausgewiesen - wenn die Prüfung aus platztechnischen Gründen in mehreren Tranchen durchgeführt wird, erfolgt die zeitliche 'Fein-Einteilung' separat durch die Examinatoren.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Maschinenelemente
Di 08–09 Uhr im ETA F 5 mit Videoübertragung im ETF E 1
  • Tue 08:15-09:00 (ETA F 5)
  • Tue 08:15-09:00 (ETF E 1)
1 h weekly
exercise Maschinenelemente
Di 09–10 Uhr im ETA F 5 mit Videoübertragung im ETF E 1
  • Tue 09:15-10:00 (ETA F 5)
  • Tue 09:15-10:00 (ETF E 1)
1 h weekly

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