MANIPAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

(A constituent college of Manipal University, Manipal)

Manipal Karnataka 576 104

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL & MANUFACTURING ENGG.

COURSE PLAN
Month & Year

: August December 2014

Subject & code

: Advanced Manufacturing Technology (MME 307) [4 0 0 4]

Semester & branch

: V Sem. Mechanical Engg.

Course Coordinator

: Dr. U Achutha Kini

No of contact hours/Week

: 04 Hours Lecture
Assignment portion

Assignment no.
1

Topics
L1-L8

L9-L15

L16-L22

L23-L31

L32-L40

Specify if any other

None
Test portion

Test no.
1

Topics
L1-L16

L17-L38

Faculty:
Name

Section

Dr. N S Mohan & Prof. Manjunath S

Prof. P K Shetty & Dr. Murthy B R N

Prof. P K Shetty & Dr. Murthy B R N

Dr. U A Kini & S Narayan

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Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of Mechanical Engineering.

Basic knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering.
Learnt the subjects of Manufacturing Process Engineering I & II.

Objectives:
At the end of the course, the students must be able to:
1. understand the various types of plastics and polymers and their processing
methods used in industries.
2. know powder metallurgy process and its applications in industries.
3. apply rapid prototyping technology in the manufacturing of intricate components.
4. apply specific non-traditional machining method for industrial applications.
5. differentiate various non-traditional machining methods.
6. identify various types Jigs for specific applications.
7. understand and draw milling and welding fixtures.
8. understand the various super-finishing and micro-finishing processes.
Evaluation Plan:
Assignments 10 % Five Assignment tests/Surprise tests carrying 02 marks each.
In semester examination 40 % (Two compulsory tests of 20 marks each)
End semester examination 50 % (Minimum for pass: 18 out of 50)

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COURSE PLAN
Lecture
no.
L0
L1

Topic to be covered
Introduction to Subject
Processing of Polymers/Plastics: Structure, General properties

L4
L5

Processes, and Applications; Introduction to Polymers, Classification of plastic

materials and their properties
Thermoplastics and Thermosetting plastic materials and their comparison, General
properties of Thermoplastics and Thermosetting plastic materials their advantages
and applications
Biodegradable plastics, Elastomers; Machining of plastics
Forming and Shaping Processes for plastics

L6

Extrusion, Injection moulding, Reaction- injection moulding

L7
L8
L9

L 16
L17
L18
L 19
L 20
L 21
L 22
L 23
L 24
L 25
L 26
L 27
L 28

Blow moulding, Rotational moulding, Thermoforming, Compression moulding

Transfer moulding, Cold moulding, Foam moulding, Casting; Machining of plastics
Powder Metallurgy: Introduction and Application
Operations for production of metal powders Production of powder, Blending,
Compaction
Sintering and Finishing operations; Methods of powder production
Atomization, Reduction and Electrolytic Deposition etc
Properties of powdered metals strength, density, ductility, hardness etc.
Advantages and limitations of powder metallurgy; Isostatic pressing
Sintering furnace, Spark sintering machine. Application of powder metallurgy in
machine parts
Nontraditional Machining Techniques: Introduction
Comparative study of traditional and advanced (nontraditional) machining methods
Need for advanced techniques, General characteristics of these techniques
Operating principles, Process parameters
Applications, Merits and Limitations of Chemical milling
Chemical blanking and engraving
Photochemical blanking; Ultrasonic Machining (USM),
Abrasive Jet machining (AJM), Water Jet machining (WJM)
Electro-chemical machining (ECM), Electro-chemical grinding (ECG)
Electron Beam Machining (EBM), Wire EDM
Laser Beam Machining (LBM), Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)
Plasma Arc Machining (PAM).
Micro finishing Processes: Introduction

L 29

Lapping, Honing

L 30
L 31
L 32

Super finishing processes

Machines used for lapping and honing
Polishing and buffing, Merits, limits and applications

L2
L3

L 10
L 11
L12
L 13
L 14
L 15

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L 33
L-34
L 35
L 36
L 37
L38
L 39
L 40
L 41
L42
L 43
L 44
L 45
L 46
L 47
L 48

Chip less machining, Internal and external thread rolling

Spline rolling. High Energy rate forming processes, Introduction
Process principles, Process capabilities, Applications
Advantages and Limitations of - Electromagnetic forming
Explosive forming and Electro-hydraulic forming.
Rapid Prototyping (RP): Introduction, Characteristics of RP Technologies
Subtractive and Additive Processes, Fused Deposition Modeling
Stereolithography
laminated object manufacturing and three dimensional printing. Applications of RP
Jigs and Fixtures: Introduction
Function of jigs and fixtures
Types of jigs and fixtures
Types of jigs and fixtures (Contd..)
Analysis of locating and clamping methods
Work holding principles for flat and round surfaces
Simple types of jigs and fixtures used for lathe and milling.

References:
1. Kalpak Jian S. (2000) Manufacturing Engineering and Technology Addison Wesley Longman.
2. DEgarmo Paul (1986) Materials and Processes in Manufacturing, Macmillan Publishing
Company Inc., New York
3. Lindberg R.A. (1991) Processes and Materials of Manufacture, Prentice Hall of India, New
Delhi
4. DalelaS. (1998) Manufacturing Science and Technology (Vol. II & III), Umesh Publishers,
Delhi
5. Jain R. K. (2001) Production Technology; , Khanna Publishers Delhi.
6. HajraChowdhury S.K. (1998) Elements of Workshop Technology; Vol. II, Media Publishers.
7. Raghuwanshi B.S. (1996) Workshop Technology; Vol.II, DhanpatRai& Sons.
8. Pandey P.C. & Shan H.S. (1983) Modern Machining Processes, Tata McGraw
HillPublishing Co., New Delhi.

Submitted by: Dr. U Achutha Kini (Course Coordinator)

(Signature of the Course Coordinator)

Date: 02-08-2014
Approved by:

(Signature of HOD)
Date: 02-08-2014

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