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FACULTY OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

TEST

COURSE

MECHANICS LABORATORY

COURSE CODE

BFF2821

INSTRUCTOR

AIDIL SHAFIZA BIN SAFIEE

DATE

29 MEI 2012

DURATION

1 HOURS 30 MINUTES

SESSION/SEMESTER :

SESSION 2011/2012 SEMESTER II

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
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This question paper consists of TEN (10) questions. Answer all the questions.
Question numbers must be write down clearly for each answer.
All the calculations and assumptions must be clearly stated.
Candidates are not allowed to bring any material other than those allowed by the
invigilator into the examination room.

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Scientific calculator, ruler, stationaries.

DO NOT TURN THIS PAGE UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO

This examination paper consists of SIX (6) printed pages including front page.

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Question 1
a) For the given shape below, please explain how to determine its CG (center
of gravity) by drawing step by step diagrams.
(4 marks)

FIGURE 1

b) What is the importance to know CG of an object in machine design?

(1 mark)

Question 2
a) What do you understand with Equilibirium in Triangle of Forces
experiment?
(1 marks)
b) Draw the Triangle of forces diagram and determine the force F 2 exerted on
the string in figure 2. Leave your answer in terms of the variables.
(4 marks)

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F2

F3

F1

Given : F1 = m1g, F3 = m3g

Note : g= 9.81 m/s2
Figure 2

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Question 3
a) What is the advantage to understand the principle of moment in
engineering design?
(1 mark)
b) Which diagram below is the most suitable to describe the principle of
moment.
( 1 mark)

Diagram
A

Diagram
B

Diagram
Diagram
C
c) State the definition
of principle of moment when D
an object in equilibirium.
Write down the equation based on the diagram below.
(3 marks)

FIGURE 3

Question 4
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a) When a load is applied on a spring (extension) , it stretches in a certain

amount. This phenomenon can be explained accurately using a certain law.
Name this law including the mathematical equation corresponding to this
law.
(2 marks)
b) Using the law given in question a), sketch a typical extension graphs of
spring balance. Please include the appropriate units.
(2 marks)
c) Name one application of the spring principle in a car design
(1 mark)

Question 5
a) As an mechanical engineer, you have been assigned to design a simple
pendulum clock with frequency of Hz. Sketch your pendulum design
and shows all related parameters.
Formulas for guideline :-

f =1/T

g=9.81m s1

T =2 L/g ,

(4 marks)
b) What is the effect of pendulum weight to its periodic time?
(1 marks)

Question 6
a) From the experiment setup below, determine the diagram which will
results the highest reading of spring balance and the lowest reading of
spring balance.
(2 marks)

b) State the terminology including its equation used to characterize pulleys

capability. Name all the terms invloved.
(3 marks)
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Question 7
Figure 4 below shows experimental setup for friction on the inclined plane
experiment.

FIGURE 4
a) Sketch block diagram for experiment setup in figure 4 and shows all forces
and parameters involved.
(3 marks)
b) Using the sketch you have drawn in a), derive the formula used for pulling
up a block up an inclined plane as shown below :
(2 marks)

sin + cos
P=W

Question 8
a) Name the two (2) types of bearings.
(2
marks)
b) How can the friction in the bearings as mentioned in a) can be reduced?
( 1 mark)
c) What conclusion can we draw from the Bearing experiment?
( 2 marks)

Question 9
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When the two surfaces are made to slide over each other, the one with uneven
surface resists the sliding. This is called sliding friction.
a) What is the cause of friction on smooth surface?
(1
mark)
b) Plot a typical frictional force, F versus normal force, R graph.
(2 marks)
c) How can you summarize the results of the sliding friction experiment?
(2 marks)

Question 10
a) Describe the advantage of conducting tensile testing in engineering
design.
(1 mark)
b) Figure 5 below shows stress-strain curve for certain material. Indicate the
following points in the graph below :i. Ultimate strength point
( 1 mark)
ii. Yield strength
(1
mark)

FIGURE 5
c) Define the following parameters :7

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i. Young Modulus
ii. Ductility

(1 mark)
(1 mark)