Introduction to mechanics of bio-inspired materials (NCKU)
“Learning from nature”is the theme of this course. We firstly introduce the different architectures inside of biological materials. Then we show several synthetic materials which mimic the architecture from biological materials. In order to discuss the mechanics of the bio-inspired materials theoretically, we review mechanics of axially loaded members and flexural deformation members what we learned in mechanics of materials. Furthermore, we briefly introduce the theories of anisotropic-linearly elastic constitutions, viscoelastic constitutions, and elastoplastic constitutions. The bio-inspired architectures “honeycomb”and “brick-and-mortar”will be exhibited and their mechanics will be detailed. On the other hand, the finite element method via ANSYS will be used to investigate the mechanics of bio-inspired materials computationally. Finally, uniaxial tests will be designed and conducted to study the mechanical behavior of bio-insured materials experimentally.
Advanced Engineering Mathematics (NCKU)
This course attempts to provide several advance topics of mathematical theory from algebra to analysis based on the college course “Engineering Mathematics.” The topics of algebraic theory include vector space, group theory, linear algebra, group theory, tensor algebra, complex algebra, and Clifford algebra. The fields of analysis contain ordinary differential equations, vector calculus, tensor calculus, complex analysis, hypercomplex analysis, calculus of variation, and integral equations.
Viscoelasticity (NCKU)
This course attempts to introduce the behavior of viscoelasticity, such as damping, hysteresis, creep, relaxation, fading memory, and aging. I try to discuss the mathematical models of viscoelasticity and familiarize students with analysis in time domain and frequency domain. Furthermore, I will introduce the applications to the fields of structural mechanics, solid mechanics, and bio-mechanics.
Theory of Plasticity (NTU & NCKU)
One aim of this course is to introduce the constitutive theories, mechanical behavior of elastoplasticity, and applications to materials, members, structures, and metal forming. A second aim is to discuss the experimental and analytical methods of elastoplasticity so that student is well informed about the theory of incremental analysis (time series analysis) useful in the study of elastoplastic problems. The final aim is to discuss the theory of limit analysis in high-dimensional load space. The benefits are for students to get familiar with experimental, theoretical, and computational fundamentals in plasticity, to be familiar with the formulation of incremental analysis, and to have a basic understanding of the high-dimensional limit analysis. This knowledge is essential in meeting the challenge posed by future engineering analyses and designs.
