Modern Manufacturing Process

Metal cutting: Need for rational approach to the problem of cutting metals-Observation in metal cutting, Energy considerations in machining, Modern theories in mechanics of cutting, Review of Merchant and Lee Shaffer theories, critical comparison, Measurement of cutting forces-Classification of cutting force dynamometers, Lathe tool dynamometer, Drill, Milling and grinding dynamometer, Heat distribution in machining-Effects of various parameters on temperature, Method of temperature measurement in machining, Hot machining, Cutting fluids.

Tool Materials, Tool Life and Tool Wear & Wear Mechanisms: Essential requirements of tool materials, Developments in tool materials, ISO specifications for inserts and tool holders, Tool life, Conventional and accelerated tool life tests, Concepts of machinability and mach inability index, Economics of machining, Reasons for failure of cutting tools, Forms of wear, Chatter in machining, Chatters types, Mechanism of chatter based on force vs Speed graph, Mechanism of grinding, Various parameters affecting grinding process, Machinability data systems.

Sheet Metal Forming & Special Forming Processes: Review of conventional processes, HERF techniques, Super plastic forming techniques, Principles and Process parameters, Advantages, applications and limitations of HERF techniques, Orbital forging, Isothermal forging, Hot and cold iso- static pressing, High speed extrusion, Rubber pad forming, Water hammer forming, Fine blanking.

Unconventional and special Welding Processes and Automation: Friction welding, Explosive welding, Diffusion bonding, High frequency induction welding, Ultrasonic welding, Electron beam welding, Laser beam welding, Automation in welding, Welding robots, Overview of automation of welding in aerospace, Nuclear, Surface transport vehicles and under water welding.

Special Casting Processes & Recent Advances in Casting: Shell moulding, precision investment casting, CO2 moulding, Centrifugal casting, Die and continuous casting, Low pressure die casting, Squeeze casting, Full mould casting process, Layout of mechanized foundry, sand reclamation, Material handling in foundry, Pollution control in foundry, recent trends in casting, Computer aided design of casting.

Books:

1. Metal Cutting Principles M.C. Shaw Oxford Clarendon Press