Mechanics of Solids

Mechanics of Solids

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This course is fundamental for every civil engineering student and professional, as it underpins almost all advanced structural and geotechnical subjects. A strong command of mechanics of solids helps engineers interpret structural behavior, avoid failure, and design efficient and safe structures. The concepts learned are directly applicable to RCC and steel design, foundation engineering, structural dynamics, and earthquake engineering, and are essential for competitive exams, technical interviews, and practical site problem-solving.

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Mechanics of Solids

32 Lectures

1770 min

Mathematical Concepts: Working with Vectors & Tensors
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60 min
Traction Vector
50 min
Stress Tensor & its Matrix Representation
45 min
Transformation of Stress Matrix
38 min
Stress Equilibrium Equations : Balance of Linear & Angular Momentum
63 min
Balance of Angular Momentum (contd.)
51 min
Principal Planes & Principal stress components
40 min
Maximizing the Shear Component of Traction
38 min
Mohr's Circle
55 min
Mohr's Circle (contd.), Stress Invariants, Decomposition of the Stress Tensor
76 min
Concept of Strain Tensor
59 min
Longitudinal and Shear Strains
43 min
Local Volumetric Strain & Local Infinitesimal Rotation
65 min
Similarity in Properties of Stress & Strain Tensors
58 min
Stress-Strain Relation
59 min
Stress-Strain Relation for Isotropic Materials
56 min
Linear Momentum Balance in Cylinderical Coordinate System
55 min
Linear Momentum Balance in Cylinderical Coordinate System (Contd..)
55 min
Strain Matrix Cylinderical Coordinate System
36 min
Extension-Torsion-Inflation in a Hollow Cylinder
57 min
Extension-Torsion-Inflation in a Hollow Cylinder (Contd..)
56 min
Solving Problems Involving Torsion of Shafts
48 min
Pure Bending of Rectangular Beams
63 min
Bending of Beams (Contd..)
63 min
Bending of Unsymmetrical Beams
72 min
Concept of Shear Center
63 min
Theory of Beams
65 min
Theory of Beams (Contd.) & Beam Buckling
56 min
Energy Methods
64 min
Energy Methods (contd.)
82 min
Theories of Failure
45 min
Theories of Failure (Contd.)
34 min

Course details

The Mechanics of Solids course provides a comprehensive understanding of how solid materials respond to different types of loading. It explains the relationship between forces, stresses, strains, and deformations, and how these responses influence the safety and performance of structural elements. This course forms the theoretical foundation for analyzing and designing beams, columns, shafts, and other load-carrying members used in civil engineering structures.

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Key topics covered

Fundamental concepts of forces and equilibrium
Stress–strain relationships and material behavior
Elastic constants and stress–strain diagrams
Axial loading, thermal stresses, and deformation
Torsion of circular and non-circular shafts
Bending of beams and flexural stresses
Shear stresses in beams and thin-walled sections
Principal stresses, principal planes, and Mohr’s circle
Combined loading and stress analysis
Strain energy and impact loading
Theories of failure and strength criteria
Introduction to plastic behavior of materials

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