4 mechanics, machine material science, design and drafting that apply to all machines
And approaches to unknown challenges
Mechanical engineering" is the study of designing and producing machines from a scientific perspective. The ability to contribute to society by producing visible and tangible objects is the real appeal of being a mechanical engineer. The output of a mechanical engineer is a blueprint. To draw those blueprints, a variety of knowledge is necessary. Especially important is a study called "4 Mechanics. These are "material mechanics," which considers the deformation and strength of materials, "fluid mechanics," which considers the flow of air and water, "thermodynamics," which considers the conversion from heat to motion and the flow of heat, and "mechanics," which considers the vibration and motion of machines.
In addition, mechanical material science considers the selection of materials and processing methods. On the other hand, it is possible to develop high value products by solving unknown problems that are not described in textbooks. This requires the ability to run experiments and computer simulations to draw original conclusions. After entering society, you will solve problems in collaboration with many people involved. Communication skills, such as communicating your own ideas and listening to the opinions of customers who use machines, are also important.
■Department Chair's Message to Candidates
Our department was renewed in 2022. The curriculum has been designed to ensure that students can acquire orthodox mechanical engineering subjects (4 dynamics, etc.) by listening carefully to the opinions of industry. The fundamentals of everything are important. In addition, we have strengthened the field of mechanical materials in order for students to acquire more concrete manufacturing technologies. This is a feature of the Tokai University course. Of course, we have also introduced new subjects such as data science. Does it sound like a lot of work? Don't worry. We are strategically promoting generous support such as a faculty advisor system and job placement support. Please feel free to enroll.
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Brazing of Mechanical Materials: Melting Metals Save the Future
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Features of the Department of Mechanical Engineering
A wide variety of subjects are available to acquire basic, applied, and practical skills. Students can receive guidance from faculty members who have practical experience and joint research experience in companies and research institutions.
In the first and second years, students focus on basic subjects, especially the four dynamics (mechanics of materials, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and mechanics of machines). In the third year, students study more advanced and applied subjects.
Design and drafting courses, laboratory courses, and active learning courses are interactive. Students receive detailed instruction that answers individual questions.
The graduation research in the fourth year is the culmination of learning. Students work with faculty members to conduct cutting-edge research and develop their applied, technical, and communication skills. Students can also participate in joint research with companies and external research institutions.
To become a mechanical engineer and a leader in mechanical development
We will equip you with the necessary skills to become a mechanical engineer and a leader in machine development.
(1) Advanced expertise in mechanical engineering
(2) Ideas for manufacturing
Ability to communicate and discuss with others
(iii) It can be used in any field
How to approach unknown issues
Laboratory introduction
Tsuchiya Lab. ・・・・ Research and Development of Micromachines
Micromachines are, as the name suggests, "small machines. Nanotechnology and micromachine technologies enable the creation of materials that convert energy and move without the use of motors or gears. Micromachines that integrate these technologies can be developed into wearable devices and health management devices such as sensors, which have limitations in miniaturization.
Hasegawa/Kuzuu Laboratory・・・・Thermoacoustic Phenomena
More than half of the fuel-derived thermal energy used by factories, automobiles, and ships is discarded as waste heat. In this laboratory, we are studying thermoacoustic phenomena, which is a phenomenon using heat and sound. By applying thermoacoustic phenomena, waste heat can be reused for "power generation, cooling, and heating. In their graduation research, students perform calculations, experiments, and machining by themselves, with the goal of acquiring skills that will be useful even after they enter society.
Kuzumaki Laboratory・・・・Various Interdisciplinary Research
Our laboratory is engaged in the synthesis of nanocarbon materials and various interdisciplinary researches backed by nanoscale physical property measurement technology, which is our forte. In particular, students working on the development of analysis techniques for ancient metallic and earthenware vessels in collaboration with archaeology and information science, and on the formation of artificial ligaments and regenerative medicine in collaboration with medicine, science, and agriculture are enjoying an exciting laboratory life with many colleagues while experiencing the difficulties and excitement that only fusion of different fields can bring.
Kubota Laboratory・・・・Development of new material processing technology
All tangible industrial products are created by processing materials. In our laboratory, we are researching new plasticity processing technologies for application to automobiles and medical devices. In their graduation research, students devise new processing methods on their own. There are many opportunities for students to discuss with engineers from joint research companies, and they gain experience while applying for patents and presenting at academic conferences. Students hone their abilities to be active as manufacturing engineers.
