VTU Mechanical Engineering (Semester 3)
Manufacturing Process 1
December 2015
Total marks: --
Total time: --
INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Assume appropriate data and state your reasons
(2) Marks are given to the right of every question
(3) Draw neat diagrams wherever necessary


1 (a) Briefly Discuss the step involved in making a sand casting.
8 M
1 (b) What is pattern? List different types of pattern. Explain match plate pattern with a neat sketch.
9 M
1 (c) Write explanatory note on No-Bake sands.
3 M

2 (a) Explain briefly the desirable properties of moulding sand.
8 M
2 (b) Draw a neat sketch of a gating system showing all the elements.
4 M
2 (c) With a neat sketch explain sand slinger.
8 M

3 (a) Explain with a neat sketch, the shell moulding process.
10 M
3 (b) With a neat sketch, explain continuous casting process.
10 M

4 (a) With a neat sketch, explain the different zones present in cupola furnace.
10 M
4 (b) With a neat sketch explain the constructional features and working of electrical resistance Furnance. List its advantages.
10 M

5 (a) Sketch and explain TIG welding process. Mention its limitations.
10 M
5 (b) What are the different types of flames produced is oxy-acetylene welding and explain in brief with neat sketches.
10 M

6 (a) Explain the principle of Resistance welding. Also list its major applications.
6 M
6 (b) With a neat sketch explain laser beam welding.
10 M
6 (c) Enumerate the advantages of Electron beam welding.
4 M

7 (a) What is Heat Affected Zone (HAZ)? Explain the parameter affecting HAZ.
10 M
7 (b) List the functions of Electrode coatings.
4 M
7 (c) Write a short note on residual stresses in welding.
6 M

8 (a) Compare soldering and Brazing process. Mention their advantages, limitations and applications.
12 M
8 (b) Explain Radiography inspection with a neat sketch.
8 M



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