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Explores the wave equation for a vibrating string and its numerical solution using finite difference formulas and the Newmark scheme in MATLAB/GNU Octave.
Explores transduction through actuation mechanisms, covering force-based and deformation-based methods, shape memory polymers, electrostatic and magnetic actuation principles, and examples like Texas Instruments DLP & DMD.
Introduces fundamental concepts of engineering mechanics, materials classification, and basic mechanics vocabulary, along with the history of mechanics.