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Orr, Marisa K.; Jordan, Shawn S. – Advances in Engineering Education, 2019
Dynamics of Machine Elements is a junior-level course in mechanical engineering that covers the kinematics (motion) and kinetics (causes of motion) of machine elements such as linkages, cams, and gear trains. This paper describes the results of adding a Rube Goldberg Machine Contest® project to the course to address student concerns over the lack…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Motion, Kinetics, Equipment