Code No: RR321403 Set No.

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III B.Tech II Semester Supplimentary Examinations, Aug/Sep 2007
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(Mechatronics)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) Explain with the help of neat sketch the complete geometry of a single point
cutting tool.
(b) List the various types of chips formed while metal cutting and state the con-
ditions that favors them. [10+6]

2. (a) When is the compound rest used for taper turning? Explain the methods
briefly.
(b) With a suitable diagrams explain how the required spindle speeds are achieved
in a machine tool. [8+8]

3. (a) With simple sketches discuss the important planning operations.

(b) Describe the following principal parts of shaper.
i. Ram
ii. Power Transmission
iii. Shaper Head.
[7+9]

4. (a) Draw the neat sketch of a boring machine and describe the following principal
parts of a boring machine.
i. Head stock
ii. Saddle and table
iii. Supporting Column
iv. Run ways
(b) Explain the consequences of drilling with a drill bit that has not been properly
sharpened. [10+6]

5. With the help of neat sketch explain the working of a Vertical column milling
machine. Discuss the important operations that can be performed on this machine.
[16]

6. Describe in detail the various arrangements of centreless grinding with neat sketches.
Mention the applications in each case. [16]

7. (a) In the present context of mass production, what is the role of jigs and fixtures?
State its advantages.
(b) When is compound gearing required for differential indexing? [10+6]

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8. (a) Discuss the important functions of electrolyte in Electro Chemical Machining.
(b) Discuss the applications and limitations of Electron Beam Machining. [8+8]

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Code No: RR321403 Set No. 2
III B.Tech II Semester Supplimentary Examinations, Aug/Sep 2007
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(Mechatronics)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) Discuss the main requirements of cutting tool materials.

(b) Define tool wear and explain the reasons of tool failure. [8+8]

2. (a) Define taper. Discuss the different methods of set up used for taper turning
on lathe machine.
(b) Discuss the steps to be followed while performing various operations on lathe.
[10+6]

3. (a) What are the applications of shaping machines in a typical machine shop?
(b) Discuss the important work holding devices used on a planer. [8+8]

4. (a) What are the different types of a drills used? Explain the function of each
type of drill.
(b) Describe the differences between boring a work piece on a lathe and boring it
on a boring machine [10+6]

5. (a) Describe with the help of neat sketches the important cutter holding devices
used on milling machines
(b) What is gang milling? Describe the applications and limitations of gang
milling. [10+6]

6. (a) What is centreless grinding and what are its advantages?

(b) Explain why the grinding ratio depends on the following factors:
i. Type of Cutting fluid
ii. Work piece hardness
iii. Size of the grinding wheel
iv. Grinding wheel speeds
[8+8]

7. (a) What is “Degree of movement of a free body” with reference to jigs and
fixtures? Explain briefly
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(b) Calculate the indexing requirement for 150 30 divisions on a milling machine
equipped with an angular indexing head. The index plates available are
Plate No.1: 15 16 17 18 19 20 holes
Plate No.2: 21 23 27 19 31 33 holes [8+8]
Plate No.3: 37 39 41 43 47 49 holes

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8. (a) What are the advantages and limitations of Electro Chemical Machining process.
(b) Describe the working of Electron Beam Machining with neat sketch. [6+10]

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Code No: RR321403 Set No. 3
III B.Tech II Semester Supplimentary Examinations, Aug/Sep 2007
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(Mechatronics)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) With the help of a neat sketch, define the following rake angles.
i. Effective rake angle
ii. Normal rake angle.
(b) What are the various types of tool failures? Discuss them briefly. [6+10]

2. (a) Discuss the classification of lathes that cover most of the lathes used today.
(b) List and explain in detail commonly used attachments on lathe [8+8]

3. (a) Describe the operation of cutting square holes on shaper.

(b) Explain the principle parts of a planer. [6+10]

4. (a) Draw the neat sketch of a boring machine and describe the following principal
parts of a boring machine.
i. Head stock
ii. Saddle and table
iii. Supporting Column
iv. Run ways
(b) Explain the consequences of drilling with a drill bit that has not been properly
sharpened. [10+6]

5. How the milling machine is specified? Discuss the important constructional details
of a milling machine. [16]

6. What are the various types of surface grinding approaches that are possible? Give
their individual advantages and applications. [16]

7. (a) What is the use of locator pin? Discuss the different types of locators and
explain how workpiceces are located.
(b) Calculate the indexing requirement for 28 divisions on a milling machine
equipped with a simple indexing head. The index plates available are
Plate No.1: 15 16 17 18 19 20 holes
plate No.2 21 23 27 19 31 33 holes
plate No.3 37 39 41 43 47 49 holes
[10+6]

8. (a) Enumerate the differences between Electro Chemical Machining and Electric
Discharge Machining.

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(b) Discuss the effect of the following on the metal removal rate in EDM process.
i. Break down voltage
ii. Supply voltage
iii. Electrode feed rate
[8+8]

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Code No: RR321403 Set No. 4
III B.Tech II Semester Supplimentary Examinations, Aug/Sep 2007
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(Mechatronics)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) Explain each term of a tool designated as 8,12,10,7,0,15,1.5 mm

(b) Discuss the different types of cutting fluids used in metal cutting. [8+8]

2. (a) What are the important specifications of a lathe?

(b) List commonly used attachments on lathe and explain them briefly. [6+10]

3. (a) Explain the differences in the construction and operation between a slotter
and shaper.
(b) Describe the principal parts of planer. [6+10]

4. How is the drilling machine specified? Give a brief description of various types of
drilling machines. [16]

5. (a) Describe the setup and procedure of cutting cams on a universal milling ma-
chine.
(b) Differentiate between up milling and down milling. Explain their applications.
[8+8]

6. (a) Describe the structure of a grinding wheel.

(b) In centreless grinding, explain in-feed, through feed and end feed with their
applications. [7+9]

7. (a) Explain the advantages and limitations of jig boring machines.

(b) Calculate the indexing requirement for 77 divisions on a milling machine
equipped with a simple indexing head. The index plates available are
Plate No.1: 15 16 17 18 19 20 holes
plate No.2 21 23 27 19 31 33 holes [8+8]
plate No.3 37 39 41 43 47 49 holes

8. (a) Explain with the help of neat sketch, the working principle of Ultrasonic ma-
chining.
(b) Explain the various industrial applications of Electric Discharge Machining.
[10+6]

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