University Departments: Anna University Chennai:: Chennai 600 025

UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENTS
ANNA UNIVERSITY CHENNAI : : CHENNAI 600 025

REGULATIONS - 2009
CURRICULUM I TO IV SEMESTERS (FULL TIME)
M.E. COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN

Semester No.1
Course Course Title L T P C
Code
MA9106 Applied Mathematics for 3 1 0 4
Engineering Design
ED9111 Concepts of Engineering Design 3 0 0 3
CD9111 Computer Applications in Design 3 0 2 4
PD9111 Quality Concepts in Design 3 0 0 3
E1 Elective I 3 0 0 3
E2 Elective II 3 0 0 3
Practical
ED9112 CAD Lab 0 0 2 1
Semester No.2
ED9121 Finite Element Methods in 3 1 0 4
Mechanical Design
ED9122 Vibration Analysis and Control ** 3 0 2 4
CD9121 Integrated Mechanical Design** 3 1 0 4
CD9122 Computer Aided Tools 3 0 0 3
E3 Elective III 3 0 0 3
E4 Elective IV 3 0 0 3
Practical
ED9125 Analysis and Simulation Lab 0 0 2 1
CD9123 Seminar 0 0 2 1
Semester No.3
E5 Elective V 3 0 0 3
E6 Elective VI 3 0 0 3
E7 Elective VII 3 0 0 3
CD9131 Project Work – Phase I 0 0 12 6
Semester No.4
CD9141 Project Work – Phase II 0 0 24 12
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a Term Project must be given for Assessment – 3 (Compulsory)
(Total number of credits: 21 + 22 + 15 + 12 = 71)
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COMMON ELECTIVES (M.E. – Engineering Design/Computer Aided
Design/Product Design and Development)
Course Course Title L T P C

Code
ED9150 Optimization Techniques in Design 3 0 0 3
PD9150 Design Paradigm 3 0 0 3
ED9151 Engineering Fracture Mechanics 3 0 0 3
ED9172 Design for Manufacture Assembly & Environments 3 0 0 3
ED9152 Tribology in Design 3 0 0 3
ED9153 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3 0 0 3
ED9154 Composite Materials and Mechanics 3 0 0 3
ED9155 Applied Engineering Acoustics 3 0 0 3
ED9156 Advanced Tool Design 3 0 0 3
ED9157 Productivity Management and Re-Engineering 3 0 0 3
ED9158 Industrial Robotics and Expert systems 3 0 0 3
EY9156 Design of Heat Exchangers 3 0 0 3
ED9171 Rapid Prototyping and Tooling 3 0 0 3
ED9159 Design of Material Handling Equipments 3 0 0 3
ED9160 Plasticity and Metal Forming 3 0 0 3
ED9161 Plates and Shells 3 0 0 3
ED9162 Design of Pressure Vessel and Piping 3 0 0 3
CI 9122 Mechatronics in Manufacturing systems 3 0 0 3
ED9163 Modal Analysis of Mechanical Systems 3 0 0 3
ED9164 Design of Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems 3 0 0 3
ED9165 Experimental Stress Analysis 3 0 0 3
ED9173 Integrated Manufacturing Systems 3 0 0 3
ED9166 Maintenance Engineering 3 0 0 3
ED9169 Bearing Design and Rotor Dynamics 3 0 0 3
PD9151 Micro Electro Mechanical Systems 3 0 0 3
PD9152 Creativity in Design 3 0 0 3
PD9153 Reverse Engineering 3 0 0 3
ED9174 Supply Chain Management 3 0 0 3
PD9154 Enterprise Resource Planning 3 0 0 3
IC9162 Computational Fluid Dynamics 3 0 0 3
ED9170 Mini Project 3 0 0 3
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MA 9106 APPLIED MATHEMATICS FOR ENGINEERING DESIGN
Common to M.E. (Engg. Design)/M.E. (CAD)/M.E. (PDD)
L T P C
3 1 0 4
UNIT – I 2 – D Random Variables 9

Joint distributions – Marginal and Conditional distributions – functions of two –
dimensional random variables – Regression curve - Correlation.
UNIT – II Computational methods in Engineering 9

Boundary value problems for ODE – Finite difference methods – Numerical solution of
PDE – Solution of Laplace's and Poisson equation – Liebmann's iteration process –
Solution of heat conduction equation by Schmidt explicit formula and Crank-Nicolson
implicit scheme – Solution of wave equation
UNIT – III Tensor analysis 9

Summation convention – Contravariant and covariant vectors – contraction of tensors –
inner product – quotient law – metric tensor – Christoffel symbols – covariant
differentiation – gradient, divergence and curl
UNIT – IV Calculus of variation 9

Variation and its properties – Euler's equation – functionals dependent on first and
higher order derivatives – functionals dependent on functions of several independent
variables – problems with moving boundaries – direct methods – Ritz and Kantorovich
methods
UNIT – V Fast Fourier Transform 9

Discrete Fourier transform – linearity and periodicity – inverse N-point DFT – DFT
approximation of Fourier coefficients – sampled Fourier series – Approximation of
Fourier transform by an N-point DFT – FFT – Computational efficiency of FFT
TOTAL: L: 45 + T: 15 = 60
BOOKS FOR REFERENCE:
1. James, G., Advanced Modern Engineering Mathematics, 3 rd edition, Pearson

Education, 2004.
2. Grewal, B.S., Numerical methods in Engineering and Science, 7th edition, Khanna
Publishers, 2005.
3. Grewal, B.S., Higher Engineering Mathematics, 40th edition, Khanna Publishers,
2007.
4. Gupta, A.S., Calculus of variations with applications, Prentice-Hall of India, New
Delhi, 1997.
5. O'Neil, P.V., Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Thomson Asia Pvt. Ltd.,
Singapore, 2003.
6. Andrews, L.C. and Philips, R. L. Mathematical Techniques for Engineers and
Scientists, Prentice Hall of India, 2006.
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ED 9111 CONCEPTS OF ENGINEERING DESIGN
L T P C
3 0 0 3
UNIT – I Design Fundamentals 9

Importance of design- The design process-Considerations of Good Design – Morphology
of Design –Organization for design– Computer Aided Engineering – Designing to codes
and standards – Concurrent Engineering – Product and process cycles – Technological
Forecasting – Market Identification – Competition Bench marking.
UNIT – II Customer Oriented Design & Societal Considerations 9

Identification of customer needs- customer requirements- Quality Function Deployment-
Product Design Specifications- Human Factors in Design – Ergonomics and Aesthetics.
Societal consideration - Contracts – Product liability – Protecting intellectual property –
Legal and ethical domains – Codes of ethics - Ethical conflicts – Environment
responsible design-future trends in interaction of engineering with society.
UNIT – III Design Methods 9

Creativity and Problem Solving –Creativity methods-Theory of Inventive Problem
Solving(TRIZ)– Conceptual decomposition-Generating design concepts-Axiomatic
Design – Evaluation methods-Embodiment Design-Product Architecture-Configuration
Design- Parametric Design. Role of models in design-Mathematical Modeling –
Simulation – Geometric Modeling –Rapid prototyping- Finite Element Analysis–
Optimization – Search Methods.
UNIT – IV Material Selection Processing and Design 9

Material Selection Process – Economics – Cost Vs Performance – Weighted property
Index – Value Analysis – Role of Processing in Design – Classification of Manufacturing
Process – Design for Manufacture – Design for Assembly –Designing for castings,
Forging, Metal Forming, Machining and Welding – Residual Stresses – Fatigue, Fracture
and Failure.
UNIT – V Probability concepts in Design for Reliability 9

Probability – Distributions – Test of Hypothesis – Design of Experiments – Reliability
Theory – Design for Reliability – Reliability centered Maintenance-Robust Design-Failure
mode Effect Analysis.
TOTAL:45
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Dieter, George E., “Engineering Design - A Materials and Processing Approach”,
McGraw Hill, International Editions, Singapore, 2000.
REFERENCES:
1. Pahl, G, and Beitz, W.,” Engineering Design”, Springer – Verlag, NY. 1984.
2. Ray, M.S., “Elements of Engg. Design”, Prentice Hall Inc. 1985.
3. Suh, N.P., “The principles of Design”, Oxford University Press, NY.1990.
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4. Karl T. Ulrich and Steven D. Eppinger “Product Design and Development” McGraw
Hill Edition 2000.
CD 9111 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN DESIGN L T P C
3 0 2 4
UNIT – I Introduction to Computer Graphics Fundamentals 11
Output primitif (points, lines, curves etc.,), 2-D & 3-D transformation
(Translation,scaling,rotators) windowing - view ports - clipping transformation.
Representation of curves – Bezier curves - cubic spline curve - B – Spline curves -
Rational curves –Surface Modeling techniques - surface patch – Coons patch- bi-cubic
patch – Bezier and B-spline surfaces – Volume modeling – Boundary models – CSG-
other modeling techniques.
UNIT – II Introduction to CAD software 8

Writing interactive programs to solve design problems and production of drawings -
using any languages like Auto LISP/C/FORTRAN etc.- creation of surfaces - solids etc.
using solid modeling packages (prismatic and revolved parts).
UNIT – III Solid Modeling 8
Regularized Boolean set operations - primitive instancing - sweep representations -

boundary representations - constructive solid Geometry - comparison of representations
- user interface for solid modeling. Graphics and computing standards– Open GL Data
Exchange standards – IGES, STEP etc– Communication standards.
UNIT – IV Visual Realism 9
Hidden – Line – Surface – solid removal algorithms shading – coloring. Introduction to

parametric and variational geometry based software’s and their principles creation of
prismatic and lofted parts using these packages.
UNIT – V Assembly of Parts 9
Assembly modeling - interferences of positions and orientation - tolerances analysis -

mass property calculations - mechanism simulation.
NOTE: LAB PRACTICE OF 30 HRS. TOTAL 45 + 30 = 75 HOURS
REFERENCES:
1. William M Neumann and Robert F.Sproul “Principles of Computer Graphics”, Mc
Graw Hill Book Co. Singapore, 1989.
2. Donald Hearn and M. Pauline Baker “Computer Graphics”, Prentice Hall, Inc., 1992.
3. Ibrahim Zeid Mastering CAD/CAM – McGraw Hill, International Edition, 2007.
4. Foley, Wan Dam, Feiner and Hughes – Computer graphics principles & practices,
Pearson Education – 2003.
5. Donald Heam and M. Pauline Baker “Computer Graphics”, Prentice Hall, Inc., 1992.
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PD 9111 QUALITY CONCEPTS IN DESIGN
LTPC
3 0 0 3
AIM
To study about robust design, embodiment principles, various methods in design
of experiments, reliability charts and histograms and six sigma techniques.
1. Design for Quality 9
Quality Function Deployment -House of Quality-Objectives and functions-Targets-

Stakeholders-Measures and Matrices-Design of Experiments –design process-
Identification of control factors, noise factors, and performance metrics - developing the
experimental plan- experimental design –testing noise factors- Running the experiments
–Conducting the analysis-Selecting and conforming factor-Set points-reflecting and
repeating.
2. Failure Mode Effect Analysis 9
Basic methods: Refining geometry and layout, general process of product embodiment-
Embodiment checklist- Advanced methods: systems modeling, mechanical embodiment
principles-FMEA method- linking fault states to systems modeling-Case study- computer
monitor stand for a docking station.
3. Design of Experiments 9
Design of experiments-Basic methods- Two factorial experiments-Extended method-

reduced tests and fractional experiments, orthogonality, base design method, higher
dimensional fractional factorial design-Statistical analysis of experiments: Degree of
freedom, correlation coefficient, standard error of the residual t-test, ANOVA-ratio test,
other indicators-residual plots, Advanced DOE method for product testing-Product
applications of physical modeling and DOE, Blender panel display evaluation, coffee
grinder experimental optimization-Taguchi method.
4. Statistical consideration and Reliability 9

Frequency distributions and Histograms- Run charts –stem and leaf plots- Pareto
diagrams-Cause and Effect diagrams-Box plots- Probability distribution-Statistical
Process control–Scatter diagrams –Multivariable charts –Matrix plots and 3-D plots.-
Reliability-Survival and Failure-Series and parallel systems-Mean time between failure-
Weibull distribution
5. Design for SIX SIGMA 9
Basis of SIX SIGMA –Project selection for SIX SIGMA- SIX SIGMA problem solving- SIX
SIGMA in service and small organizations - SIX SIGMA and lean production –Lean SIX
SIGMA and services
L -45
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REFERENCE:
1. Product Design Techniques in Reverse Engineering and New Product Development,

KEVIN OTTO & KRISTIN WOOD, Pearson Education (LPE), 2001.
2. Product Design And Development, KARL T. ULRICH, STEVEN D. EPPINGER,
TATA McGRAW-HILL- 3rd Edition, 2003.
3. The Management and control of Quality-6th edition-James R. Evens, William M
Lindsay Pub:son south-western(www.swlearning.com)
4. Fundamentals of Quality control and improvement 2nd edition, AMITAVA MITRA,
Pearson Education Asia, 2002.
ED 9112 CAD LAB L T PC

0 0 2 1
 CAD Introduction.
 Sketcher
 Solid modeling –Extrude, Revolve, Sweep, etc and Variational sweep, Loft ,etc
 Surface modeling –Extrude, Sweep, Trim ..etc and Mesh of curves, Free form etc
 Feature manipulation – Copy, Edit, Pattern, Suppress, History operations etc.
 Assembly-Constraints, Exploded Views, Interference check
 Drafting-Layouts, Standard & Sectional Views, Detailing & Plotting.
Exercises in Modeling and drafting of Mechanical Components - Assembly using

Parametric and feature based Packages like PRO-E / SOLID WORKS /CATIA / NX etc
TOTAL-45 HR
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ED 9121 Finite Element Methods in Mechanical Design
(Common for M.E Degree Programs in Engineering Design, CAD & PDD streams)
LTPC
3 1 0 4
OBJECTIVE:
At the end of this course the students would have developed a thorough understanding
of the basic principles of the finite element analysis techniques with an ability to
effectively use the tools of the analysis for solving practical problems arising in
engineering design
Unit-I: General Introduction * 10
Introduction- structural element and system- assembly and analysis of a structure-

boundary conditions- general pattern- standard discrete system- transformation of
coordinates- examples – direct physical approach to problems in elasticity- direct
formulation- displacement approach – minimization of total potential- convergence
criteria – discretization error- nonconforming elements and patch test- solution process-
numerical examples
Unit-II: Generalization of Finite Element Concepts and Element Shape Functions*

7
Boundary value problems – integral or weak statements- weighted residual methods-

Galerkin method- virtual work as weak form of equations in solid and fluid mechanics-
variational principles – establishment of natural variational principles for linear self-
adjoint differential equations –standard and hierarchical elements- shape functions-
rectangular elements- completeness of polynomials- Lagrange family- Serendipity
family- rectangular prisms- tetrahedral elements- global and local finite element
approximation- mapped elements- coordinate transformations- geometrical conformity of
elements- evaluation of element matrices- transformation in  , and  coordinates-
order of convergence- numerical integration –example problems
Unit-III: Applications to Field Problems * 9
Solution to problems in linear elasticity- plane problems in elasticity- plates and shells-
solution of problems in heat-transfer and fluid mechanics- numerical examples-
discussion on error estimates
Unit-IV: Finite Elements in Structural Dynamics and Vibrations ** 10
Dynamic equations- stiffness, mass and damping matrices- consistent and diagonal
mass matrices- Extraction of natural frequencies and modes- Reduction of number of
degrees of freedom - modal methods - component mode synthesis- harmonic analysis-
response history- explicit and implicit direct integration- stability and accuracy- analysis
of response spectra- example problems
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Unit-V: Non-linear Analysis *** 9
Non-linear problems in elasticity- some solution methods- plasticity: introduction, general

formulation for small strains- formulation for von Mises theory- computational procedure-
problems of gaps and contact- geometric non-linearity- modelling considerations
Note
At the post-graduate level of instruction the contact hours are to be supplemented by self
study by students. As for the examination, modelling considerations, choice of elements,
boundary conditions, loading conditions, and basic procedures only need to be
emphasized without expecting a complete numerical solution to practical problems.
REFERENCES
1. *Zienkiewicz.O.C, Taylor.R.L,& Zhu,J.Z “The Finite Element Method: Its Basis &
Fundamentals”, Butterworth-Heinemann (An imprint of Elsevier), First printed in
India 2007, India Reprint ISBN:978-81-312-1118-2, published by Elsevier India
Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
2. **Cook, R.D., Malkus, D. S., Plesha,M.E., and Witt,R.J “ Concepts and
Applications of Finite Element Analysis”, Wiley Student Edition, 4 th Edition, First
Reprint 2007, Authorized reprint by Wiley India(P) Ltd., New Delhi, ISBN-13 978-
81-265-1336-9
3. *** Zienkiewicz.O.C, Taylor.R.L “The Finite Element Method” McGraw Hill
International Editions, Fourth Edition, 1991, Volume 2 (Chapters 7&8)
4. Reddy, J.N., “Introduction to Non-Linear Finite Element Analysis”, Oxford
Uniiversity Press, 2008
5. Rao,S.S., “The Finite Element Method in Engineering”, Butterworth-
Heinemann(An imprint of Elsevier), reprinted 2006,2007, Published by Elsevier
India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, Indian Reprint ISBN: 978-81-8147-885-6
6. Huebner,K.H., Dewhirst,D.L.,Smith,D.E & Byron,T.G., “The Finite Element
Method for Engineers”, Wiley Student Edition, Fourth Edition 2004,John
Wiley&Sons(Asia)Pve.Ltd., ISBN: 9812-53-154-8
7. Ramamurthi, V., “Finite Element Method in Machine Design”, Narosa
Publishing House, January 2009, ISBN: 978-81-7319-965-3
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ED 9122 VIBRATION ANALYSIS AND CONTROL**
LTPC
3 0 2 4
OBJECTIVE:
(i).To understand the Fundamentals of Vibration and its practical applications.
(ii).To understand the working principle and operations of various vibrations
Measuring instruments
(iii).To understand the various Vibration control strategies
1. Fundamentals of Vibration 10
Introduction -Sources Of Vibration-Mathematical Models- Displacement, velocity and

Acceleration- Review Of Single Degree Freedom Systems -Vibration isolation
Vibrometers and accelerometers -.Response To Arbitrary and non- harmonic Excitations
– Transient Vibration –Impulse loads-Critical Speed Of Shaft-Rotor systems.
2. Two Degree Freedom System 7
Introduction-Free Vibration Of Undamped And Damped- Forced Vibration With Harmonic

Excitation System –Coordinate Couplings And Principal Coordinates
3. Multi-Degree Freedom System and Continuous System 9
Multi Degree Freedom System –Influence Coefficients and stiffness coefficients-

Flexibility Matrix and Stiffness Matrix – Eigen Values and Eigen Vectors-Matrix Iteration
Method –Approximate Methods: Dunkerley, Rayleigh’s, and Holzer Method -Geared
Systems-Eigen Values & Eigen vectors for large system of equations using sub space,
Lanczos method - Continuous System: Vibration of String, Shafts and Beams
4. Vibration Control 9
Specification of Vibration Limits –Vibration severity standards- Vibration as condition

Monitoring tool-Vibration Isolation methods- -Dynamic Vibration Absorber, Torsional and
Pendulum Type Absorber- Damped Vibration absorbers-Static and Dynamic Balancing-
Balancing machines-Field balancing – Vibration Control by Design Modification- - Active
Vibration Control
5. Experimental Methods in Vibration Analysis 10
Vibration Analysis Overview - Experimental Methods in Vibration Analysis.-Vibration

Measuring Instruments - Selection of Sensors- Accelerometer Mountings. -Vibration
Exciters-Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electromagnetic And Electrodynamics –Frequency
Measuring Instruments-. System Identification from Frequency Response -Testing for
resonance and mode shapes
45 + 15 Lab Hours Total 60
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Text book:
1. Rao, S.S.,” Mechanical Vibrations,” Addison Wesley Longman, 1995.

2. Thomson, W.T. – “Theory of Vibration with Applications”, CBS Publishers and
Distributors, New Delhi, 1990
References:
1. Ramamurti. V, “Mechanical Vibration Practice with Basic Theory”,

Narosa, New Delhi, 2000.
2. S. Graham Kelly & Shashidar K. Kudari, “Mechanical Vibrations”, Tata McGraw
–Hill Publishing Com. Ltd New Delhi,2007
CD 9121 INTEGRATED MECHANICAL DESIGN**

(Use of Approved Data Book Is Permitted)
LTPC
31 0 4
1. Fundamentals and Design of Shafts 8
Phases of design – Standardization and interchangeability of machine elements

- Process and Function Tolerances – Individual and group tolerances – Selection
of fits for different design situations – Design for assembly and modular
constructions – Concepts of integration –BIS, ISO, DIN, BS, ASTM Standards.
Oblique stresses – Transformation Matrix – Principal stresses – Maximum shear
stress - Theories of Failure – Ductile vs. brittle component design -
Analysis and Design of shafts for different applications – integrated design of
shaft, bearing and casing – Design for rigidity
2. Design of Gears and Gear Boxes 12
Principles of gear tooth action – Gear correction – Gear tooth failure modes –
Stresses and loads – Component design of spur, helical, bevel and worm gears –
Design for sub assembly – Integrated design of speed reducers and multi-speed
gear boxes – application of software packages.
3. Brakes 7
Dynamics and thermal aspects of vehicle braking – Integrated design of brakes
for machine tools, automobiles and mechanical handling equipments.
4 Integrated Design 18
Integrated Design of systems consisting of shaft, bearings, springs, motor,

gears, belt, rope, chain, pulleys, Cam & Follower, flywheel etc. Example -
Design of Elevators, Escalators, Gear Box, Valve gear Mechanisms,
Machine Tools
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Total No of periods: 45+15=60
The Pattern of Question Paper will consist one Question from Unit – 4 for 50% of
total marks.
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REFERENCES:
1. Norton L. R., “Machine Design – An Integrated Approach” Pearson Education, 2005
2. Newcomb, T.P. and Spur, R.T., “Automobile Brakes and Braking Systems”,
Chapman and Hall, 2nd Edition, 1975.
3. Maitra G.M., “Hand Book of Gear Design”, Tata McGraw Hill, 1985.
4. Shigley, J.E., “Mechanical Engineering Design”, McGraw Hill, 1986.
5. Prasad. L. V., “Machine Design”, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 1992.
8. Alexandrov, M., Materials Handling Equipments, MIR Publishers, 1981.
9. Boltzharol, A., Materials Handling Handbook, The Ronald Press Company, 1958.
Approved Data Books
1. P.S.G. Tech., “Design Data Book”, Kalaikathir Achchagam, Coimbatore, 2003.

2. Lingaiah. K. and Narayana Iyengar, “Machine Design Data Hand Book”, Vol. 1 &
2, Suma Publishers, Bangalore, 1983
CD9122 COMPUTER AIDED TOOLS

LTPC
3003
1. Computer Aided Manufacturing 9
Manufacturing Processes – Removing, Forming, Deforming and joining –

Integration Requirements. Integrating CAD, NC and CAM – Machine tools –
Point to point and continuous path machining, NC, CNC and DNC – NC
Programming – Basics, Languages, G Code, M Code, APT – Tool path
generation and verification – CAD/CAM NC Programming – Production Control –
Cellular Manufacturing
2. Computer Aided Process Planning 9
Role of process planning in CAD/CAM Integration – Computer Aided Process

Planning – Development, Benefits, Model and Architecture – CAPP Approaches
– Variant, Generative and Hybrid – Process and Planning systems – CAM-I, D-
CLASS and CMPP – Criteria in selecting a CAPP System.
3. Computer Aided Inspection 9
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Engineering Tolerances – Need for Tolerances – Conventional Tolerances –
FITS and LIMITS – Tolerance Accumulation and Surface quality – Geometric
Tolerances – Tolerances Practices in design, Drafting and manufacturing –
Tolerance Analysis – Tolerance synthesis – Computer Aided Quality control –
Contact Inspection Methods – Non Contact Inspection Methods - Non optical.
4. Reverse Engineering 9
Scope and tasks of Reverse Engineering – Domain Analysis – Process

Duplicating – Tools for RE – Developing Technical data – Digitizing techniques –
Construction of surface model – Solid part model – Characteristic evaluation –
Software’s and its application – CMM and its feature capturing – surface and
solid modeling.
5. Data Management 9
Strategies for Reverse Engineering Data management – Software application –

Finding renewable software components – Recycling real time embedded
software – Design experiments to evaluate a RE tools – Rule based detection for
RE user interface – RE of assembly programs
Total: 45 Hours
Text Books
1. Ibrahim Zeid and R. Sivasubramanian, “CAD/CAM Theory and Practice”,

Revised First special Indian Edition, Tata Mc Graw Hill Publication, 2007
2. Catherine A. Ingle, “Reverse Engineering”, Tata Mc Graw Hill Publication,
1994
References
1. Ibrahim Zeid, “Mastering CAD/CAM”, special Indian Edition, Tata Mc Graw Hill
Publication, 2007
2. David D. Bedworth, Mark R. Henderson, Philp M. Wolfe, “Computer Integrated
Design and manufacturing”, Mc Graw Hill International series, 1991
3. Linda Wills, “Reverse Engineering” Kluwer Academic Press, 1996
4. Donald R. Honra, “Co-ordinate measurement and reverse Engineering, American
Gear Manufacturers Association.
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ED 9125 ANALYSIS AND SIMULATION LAB L TPC
0 0 2 1
Analysis of Mechanical Components – Use of FEA Packages like ANSYS/ NASTRAN

etc., Exercises shall include analysis of
i) Machine elements under Static loads

ii) Thermal Analysis of mechanical systems
iii) Modal Analysis
iv) Machine elements under Dynamic loads
v) Non-linear systems
Use of kinematics and dynamics simulation software like ADAMS, MATLAB. Analysis of
velocity and acceleration for mechanical linkages of different mechanisms.
Total 45
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ED 9150 OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES IN DESIGN
LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Unconstrained Optimization Techniques 10
Introduction to optimum design - General principles of optimization – Problem

formulation & their classifications - Single variable and multivariable optimization,
Techniques of unconstrained minimization – Golden section, Random, pattern
and gradient search methods – Interpolation methods.
2. Constrained Optimization Techniques 10
Optimization with equality and inequality constraints - Direct methods – Indirect

methods using penalty functions, Lagrange multipliers - Geometric programming
3. Advanced Optimization Techniques 10
Multi stage optimization – dynamic programming; stochastic programming; Multi

objective optimization, Genetic algorithms and Simulated Annealing techniques;
Neural network & Fuzzy logic principles in optimization.
4. Static Applications 8
Structural applications – Design of simple truss members - Design applications –

Design of simple axial, transverse loaded members for minimum cost, weight –
Design of shafts and torsionally loaded members – Design of springs.
5. Dynamic Applications 7
Dynamic Applications – Optimum design of single, two degree of freedom

systems, vibration absorbers. Application in Mechanisms – Optimum design of
simple linkage mechanisms.
Total 45
References:
1. Rao, Singaresu, S., “Engineering Optimization – Theory & Practice”, New Age
International (P) Limited, New Delhi, 2000.
2. Johnson Ray, C., “Optimum design of mechanical elements”, Wiley, John &
Sons, 1990.
3. Kalyanamoy Deb, “Optimization for Engineering design algorithms and
Examples”, Prentice Hall of India Pvt. 1995.
4. Goldberg, D.E., “Genetic algorithms in search, optimization and machine”,
Barnen, Addison-Wesley, New York, 1989.
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PD 9150 Design Paradigm LTPC
3 0 03
Objective
Study about the design methodologies for manufacture and assembly, value
engineering techniques and analysis of product development
1. Design for Manufacture 8

General design principles for manufacturability - strength and mechanical factors,
mechanisms selection, evaluation method, Process capability - Feature tolerances -
Geometric tolerances - Assembly limits – Datum features - Tolerance stacks.
2. Form Design of Castings and Weldments 9
Redesign of castings based on parting line considerations - Minimizing core

requirements - Redesigning a cast members using weldments-factors influencing form
design-Working principle, Material, Manufacture, Design - Possible solutions - Materials
choice - Influence of materials-on from design - form design of welded members,
forgings and castings.
3. Design for Assembly 6
Assembly processes-Handling and insertion process-Manual, automatic and robotic

assembly-Cost of Assembly-Number of Parts-DFA guidelines
4. Value Engineering 12
Value –types –functional –operational –aesthetic –cost- –material – Design process –

value and worthiness –procedure -brainstorming sessions –evaluation –case studies –
value estimation- Value analysis - Design for value - Selection of alternatives -
optimization – Implementation
5. Product Development Economics 10
Elements of Economics analysis-Quantitative and qualitative analysis-Economic

Analysis process-Estimating magnitude and time of future cash inflows and out flows-
Sensitivity analysis-Project trade-offs-Trade-offs rules-Limitation of quantitative analysis-
Influence of qualitative factors on project success
Total 45 hr
Text book:
1.Harry Peck, Designing for Manufacture, Pitman Publications, 1983.
2. George E Dieter, Engineering Design,McGraw-Hill Int Editions, 2000
References:
1. S.S.Iyer ,Value Engineering, New Age International, 2000

2. Charles E. Ebeling, Reliability and Maintainability Engineering, , TMH, 2000
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ED 9151 Engineering Fracture Mechanics LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Elements of Solid Mechanics 9
The geometry of stress and strain, elastic deformation, plastic and elasto-plastic
deformation - limit analysis – Airy’s function – field equation for stress intensity factor.
2. Stationary Crack under Static Loading 9
Two dimensional elastic fields – Analytical solutions yielding near a crack front – Irwin’s
approximation - plastic zone size – Dugdaale model – determination of J integral and its
relation to crack opening displacement.
3. Energy balance and crack growth 9
Griffith analysis – stable and unstable crack growth –Dynamic energy balance – crack
arrest mechanism –K1c test methods - R curves - determination of collapse load.
4. Fatigue crack growth curve 9
Empirical relation describing crack growth law – life calculations for a given load
amplitude – effects of changing the load spectrum -- rain flow method– external factors
affecting the K1c values.- leak before break analysis.
5. Applications of Fracture Mechanics 9
Crack Initiation under large scale yielding – thickness as a design parameter – mixed
mode fractures - crack instability in thermal and residual stress fields - numerical
methods
Total 45
References:
1. David Broek, ”Elementary Engineering Fracture Mechanics “, Fifthoff and Noerdhoff

International Publisher, 1978.
2. Kare Hellan, “Introduction of Fracture Mechanics”, McGraw-Hill Book Company,
1985.
3. Preshant Kumar, “Elements of Fracture Mechanics”, Wheeler Publishing, 1999.
4. John M.Barson and Stanely T.Rolfe Fatigue and fracture control in structures
Prentice hall Inc. Englewood cliffs. 1977
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ED9172 DESIGN FOR MANUFACTURE, ASSEMBLY AND ENVIRONMENTS
LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Introduction 5
General design principles for manufacturability - strength and mechanical
factors, mechanisms selection, evaluation method, Process capability -
Feature tolerances Geometric tolerances - Assembly limits -Datum features -
Tolerance stacks.
2. Factors Influencing Form Design 13

Working principle, Material, Manufacture, Design- Possible solutions -
Materials choice - Influence of materials on form design - form design of
welded members, forgings and castings.
3. Component Design - Machining Consideration 8

Design features to facilitate machining - drills - milling cutters - keyways -
Doweling procedures, counter sunk screws - Reduction of machined area-
simplification by separation - simplification by amalgamation - Design for
machinability - Design for economy - Design for clampability - Design for
accessibility - Design for assembly.
4. Component Design – Casting Consideration 10

Redesign of castings based on Parting line considerations - Minimizing core
requirements, machined holes, redesign of cast members to obviate cores.
Identification of uneconomical design - Modifying the design - group
technology - Computer Applications for DFMA
5. Design for the Environment 9

Introduction – Environmental objectives – Global issues – Regional and local
issues – Basic DFE methods – Design guide lines – Example application –
Lifecycle assessment – Basic method – AT&T’s environmentally responsible
product assessment - Weighted sum assessment method – Lifecycle
assessment method – Techniques to reduce environmental impact – Design
to minimize material usage – Design for disassembly – Design for
recyclability – Design for remanufacture – Design for energy efficiency –
Design to regulations and standards.
Total 45
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REFERENCES:
1. Boothroyd, G, 1980 Design for Assembly Automation and Product Design.
New York, Marcel Dekker.
2. Bralla, Design for Manufacture handbook, McGraw hill, 1999.
3. Boothroyd, G, Heartz and Nike, Product Design for Manufacture, Marcel
Dekker, 1994.
4. Dickson, John. R, and Corroda Poly, Engineering Design and Design for
Manufacture and Structural Approach, Field Stone Publisher, USA, 1995.
5. Fixel, J. Design for the Environment McGraw hill., 1996.
6. Graedel T. Allen By. B, Design for the Environment Angle Wood Cliff,
Prentice Hall. Reason Pub., 1996.
7. Kevien Otto and Kristin Wood, Product Design. Pearson Publication, 2004.
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ED 9152 TRIBOLOGY IN DESIGN
LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Surface Interaction and Friction 7
Topography of Surfaces – Surface features-Properties and measurement – Surface

interaction – Adhesive Theory of Sliding Friction –Rolling Friction-Friction properties of
metallic and non-metallic materials – friction in extreme conditions –Thermal
considerations in sliding contact
2. Wear and Surface Treatment 8
Types of wear – Mechanism of various types of wear – Laws of wear –Theoretical wear
models-Wear of Metals and Non metals – Surface treatments – Surface modifications –
surface coatings methods- Surface Topography measurements –Laser methods –
instrumentation - International standards in friction and wear measurements
3. Lubricants and Lubrication Regimes 8
Lubricants and their physical properties- Viscosity and other properties of oils –
Additives-and selection of Lubricants- Lubricants standards ISO,SAE,AGMA, BIS
standards – Lubrication Regimes –Solid Lubrication-Dry and marginally lubricated
contacts- Boundary Lubrication- Hydrodynamic lubrication –– Elasto and plasto
hydrodynamic - Magneto hydrodynamic lubrication – Hydro static lubrication – Gas
lubrication.
4. Theory of Hydrodynamic and Hydrostatic Lubrication 12
Reynolds Equation,-Assumptions and limitations-One and two dimensional Reynolds

Equation-Reynolds and Sommerfeld boundary conditions- Pressure wave, flow, load
capacity and friction calculations in Hydrodynamic bearings-Long and short bearings-
Pad bearings and Journal bearings-Squeeze film effects-Thermal considerations-
Hydrostatic lubrication of Pad bearing- Pressure , flow , load and friction calculations-
Stiffness considerations- Various types of flow restrictors in hydrostatic bearings
5. High Pressure contacts and Elasto hydrodynamic Lubrication 10
Rolling contacts of Elastic solids- contact stresses – Hertzian stress equation- Spherical
and cylindrical contacts-Contact Fatigue life- Oil film effects- Elasto Hydrodynamic
lubrication Theory-Soft and hard EHL-Reynolds equation for elasto hydrodynamic
lubrication- - Film shape within and outside contact zones-Film thickness and friction
calculation- Rolling bearings- Stresses and deflections-Traction drives
Total 45
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References:
1. Rabinowicz.E, “Friction and Wear of materials”, John Willey &Sons ,UK,1995

2. Cameron, A. “Basic Lubrication Theory”, Ellis Herward Ltd., UK, 1981
3. Halling, J. (Editor) – “Principles of Tribology “, Macmillian – 1984.
4. Williams J.A. “ Engineering Tribology”, Oxford Univ. Press, 1994.
5. S.K.Basu, S.N.Sengupta & B.B.Ahuja ,”Fundamentals of Tribology”, Prentice –Hall of
India Pvt Ltd , New Delhi, 2005
6. G.W.Stachowiak & A.W .Batchelor , Engineering Tribology, Butterworth-Heinemann,
UK, 2005
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ED 9153 ADVANCED Mechanics of Materials LTPC
3 0 0 3
UNIT – I Elasticity
9
Stress-Strain relations and general equations of elasticity in Cartesian, Polar and
curvilinear coordinates, differential equations of equilibrium-compatibility-boundary
conditions-representation of three-dimensional stress of a tension generalized hook's
law - St. Venant's principle - plane stress - Airy's stress function. Energy methods.
UNIT – II Shear Center and Unsymmetrical Bendin 10

Location of shear center for various thin sections - shear flows. Stresses and
deflections in beams subjected to unsymmetrical loading-kern of a section.
UNIT – III Curved Flexible Members and Stresses in Flat Plates 10
Circumference and radial stresses – deflections - curved beam with restrained ends -
closed ring subjected to concentrated load and uniform load - chain links and crane
hooks. Solution of rectangular plates – pure bending of plates – deflection – uniformly
distributed load – various end conditions
UNIT – IV Torsion of Non-Circular Sections 7
Torsion of rectangular cross section - St.Venants theory - elastic membrane

analogy - Prandtl's stress function - torsional stress in hollow thin walled tubes.
UNIT – V Stresses in Rotary Sections and Contact stresses 9
Radial and tangential stresses in solid disc and ring of uniform thickness and varying
thickness allowable speeds. Methods of computing contact stress-
deflection of bodies in point and line contact applications.
TOTAL:45
REFERENCES:
1. Arthur P Boresi, Richard J. Schmidt, “Advanced mechanics of materials”,

John Wiley, 2002.
2. Timoshenko and Goodier, "Theory of Elasticity", McGraw Hill.
3. Robert D. Cook, Warren C. Young, "Advanced Mechanics of Materials", Mc-
millan pub. Co., 1985.
4. Srinath. L.S., “Advanced Mechanics of solids”, Tata McGraw Hill, 1992.
5. G H Ryder Strength of Materials Macmillan, India Ltd, 2007.
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ED 9154 COMPOSITE MATERIALS AND MECHANICS LTPC
3 0 03
OBJECTIVE
i) To understand the fundamentals of composite material strength and its
mechanical behavior
ii) Understanding the analysis of fiber reinforced Laminate design for
different
Combinations of plies with different orientations of the fiber.
iii) Thermo-mechanical behavior and study of residual stresses in Laminates
during processing.
iv) Implementation of Classical Laminate Theory (CLT) to study and analysis
for residual stresses in an isotropic layered structure such as electronic
chips.
1. Lamina Constitutive Relations 12
Definition –Need – General Characteristics, Applications. Fibers – Glass, Carbon,

Ceramic and Aramid fibers. Matrices – Polymer, Graphite, Ceramic and Metal
Matrices – Characteristics of fibers and matrices.
Lamina Constitutive Equations: Lamina Assumptions – Macroscopic Viewpoint.
Generalized Hooke’s Law. Reduction to Homogeneous Orthotropic Lamina –
Isotropic limit case, Orthotropic Stiffness matrix (Qij), Typical Commercial material
properties, Rule of Mixtures. Generally Orthotropic Lamina –Transformation Matrix,
Transformed Stiffness. Manufacturing: Bag Moulding – Compression Moulding –
Pultrusion – Filament Winding – Other Manufacturing Processes.
2. Flat Plate Laminate Constitutive Relations 10
Definition of stress and Moment Resultants. Strain Displacement relations. Basic

Assumptions of Laminated anisotropic plates. Laminate Constitutive Equations –
Coupling Interactions, Balanced Laminates, Symmetric Laminates, Angle Ply
Laminates, Cross Ply Laminates. Laminate Structural Moduli. Evaluation of Lamina
Properties from Laminate Tests. Quasi-Isotropic Laminates. Determination of
Lamina stresses within Laminates.
3. Lamina Strength Analysis 5
Introduction - Maximum Stress and Strain Criteria. Von-Misses Yield criterion for
Isotropic Materials. Generalized Hill’s Criterion for Anisotropic materials. Tsai-Hill’s
Failure Criterion for Composites. Tensor Polynomial (Tsai-Wu) Failure criterion.
Prediction of laminate Failure
4. Analysis of Laminated Flat Plates 10
Equilibrium Equations of Motion. Energy Formulations. Static Bending Analysis.

Buckling Analysis. Free Vibrations – Natural Frequencies
5. Effect of Thermal Properties 8
Modification of Hooke’s Law due to thermal properties - Modification of Laminate

Constitutive Equations. Orthotropic Lamina - special Laminate Configurations –
Unidirectional, Off-axis, Symmetric Balanced Laminates - Zero C.T.E laminates,
Thermally Quasi-Isotropic Laminates
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TOTAL:45
TEXT BOOK:
1. Gibson, R.F., Principles of Composite Material Mechanics, McGraw-Hill, 1994,

Second Edition - CRC press in progress.
2. Hyer, M.W., “Stress Analysis of Fiber – Reinforced Composite Materials”,
McGraw-Hill, 1998
REFERENCES:
1. Issac M. Daniel and Ori Ishai, “Engineering Mechanics of Composite

Materials”,
Oxford University Press-2006, First Indian Edition - 2007
2. Mallick, P.K., Fiber –”Reinforced Composites: Materials, Manufacturing and
Design”, Maneel Dekker Inc, 1993.
3. Halpin, J.C., “Primer on Composite Materials, Analysis”, Techomic Publishing
Co., 1984.
4. Agarwal, B.D., and Broutman L.J., “Analysis and Performance of Fiber
Composites”, John Wiley and Sons, New York, 1990.
5. Mallick, P.K. and Newman, S., (edition), “Composite Materials Technology:
Processes and Properties”, Hansen Publisher, Munish, 1990.
6. Madhujit Mukhopadhyay, “Mechanics of Composite Materials and Structures”,
University Press (India) Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad, 2004 (Reprinted 2008)
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ED 9155 APPLIED ENGINEERING ACOUSTICS LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Basic Concepts of Acoustics 9
Scope of Acoustics – Sound pressure – Sound intensity – Sound power level

Sound power – Wave motion – Alteration of wave paths –Measurement of sound
waves – sound spectra – Sound fields – Interference – Standing waves –
Acoustic energy density and intensity – Specific acoustic impedance.
2. Characteristics of Sound 10
One dimensional wave equation – Solution of 1D wave equation – Velocity in

gaseous medium – Velocity of plane progressive sound wave through a thin solid
rod – Velocity of plane wave in a bulk of solid – Transverse wave propagation
along a string stretched under tension – Wave equation in two dimension.
3. Transmission Phenomena 6
Changes in media – Transmission from one fluid medium to another, normal

incidence, oblique incidence - Reflection at the surface of a solid, normal
incidence, oblique incidence – Standing wave pattern – Transmission through
three media.
4. Introduction to the assessment and measurement of sound 10
Introduction – Decibel scale for the measurement of sound power – Sound level
meter – Weighted sound pressure level – Equal Loudness contours – Perceived
noisiness – Loudness, Loudness level, perceived noise, perceived noise level –
Equivalent sound level – Identified level – Frequency and Amplitude
measurement.
5. Basics of Noise Control 10
Noise Control at source, path, receiver – Noise control by acoustical treatment –

Machinery noise – Types of machinery involved – Determination of sound power
and sound power level – Noise reduction procedures – Acoustic enclosures.
TOTAL:45
REFERENCES:
1. Lawrence E. Kinsler, Austin R. Frey, “Fundamentals of Acoustics “– John Wiley and

Sons Inc., 1986.
2. Bies, David, A. and Hansen, Colin H., “Engineering Noise Control – Theory and
Practice”, E and FN Spon, Chapman-Hall, Second Edition, 1996.
3. Hansen C.H. and Snyder, S.D., “Active Control of Sound and Vibration”, E and FN
Spon, London 1996.
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ED 9156 ADVANCED TOOL DESIGN LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Introduction to Tool design 8
Introduction –Tool Engineering – Tool Classifications– Tool Design Objectives

– Tool Design in manufacturing- Challenges and requirements- Standards in
tool design-Tool drawings -Surface finish – Fits and Tolerances - Tooling
Materials- Ferrous and Non ferrous Tooling Materials- Carbides, Ceramics and
Diamond -Non metallic tool materials-Designing with relation to heat treatment
2. Design of cutting Tools

9
Mechanics of Metal cutting –Oblique and orthogonal cutting- Chip formation

and shear angle - Single-point cutting tools – Milling cutters – Hole making
cutting tools- Broaching Tools - Design of Form relieved and profile relieved
cutters-Design of gear and thread milling cutters
3. Design of Jigs and Fixtures 10
Introduction – Fixed Gages – Gage Tolerances –selection of material for

Gages – Indicating Gages – Automatic gages – Principles of location –
Locating methods and devices – Principles of clamping – Drill jigs – Chip
formation in drilling – General considerations in the design of drill jigs – Drill
bushings – Methods of construction –Thrust and Turning Moments in drilling -
Drill jigs and modern manufacturing- Types of Fixtures – Vise Fixtures – Milling
Fixtures – Boring Fixtures – Broaching Fixtures – Lathe Fixtures – Grinding
Fixtures – Modular Fixtures – Cutting Force Calculations.
4. Design of Press Tool Dies

10
Types of Dies –Method of Die operation–Clearance and cutting force

calculations- Blanking and Piercing die design – Pilots – Strippers and pressure
pads- Presswork materials – Strip layout – Short-run tooling for Piercing –
Bending dies – Forming dies – Drawing dies-Design and drafting.
5. Tool Design for CNC machine tools

8
Introduction –Tooling requirements for Numerical control systems – Fixture

design for CNC machine tools- Sub plate and tombstone fixtures-Universal
fixtures– Cutting tools– Tool holding methods– Automatic tool changers and
tool positioners – Tool presetting– General explanation of the Brown and Sharp
machine
TOTAL:45
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REFERENCES:
1. Cyrll Donaldson, George H.LeCain, V.C. Goold, “Tool Design”, Tata

McGraw Hill Publishing Company Ltd., 2000.
2. E.G.Hoffman,” Jig and Fixture Design”, Thomson Asia Pvt Ltd, Singapore,
2004
3. Prakash Hiralal Joshi, “Tooling data”, Wheeler Publishing, 2000
4. Venkataraman K., “Design of Jigs, Fixtures and Presstools”, TMH, 2005
5. Haslehurst M., “Manufacturing Technology”, The ELBS, 1978
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ED 9157 PRODUCTIVITY MANAGEMENT AND RE-ENGINEERING LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. PRODUCTIVITY
9
Productivity Concepts – Macro and Micro factors of productivity – Dynamics of
Productivity - Productivity Cycle Productivity Measurement at International, National and
Organisation level - Productivity measurement models
2. SYSTEMS APPROACH TO PRODUCTIVITY MEASUREMENT

9
Conceptual frame work, Management by Objectives (MBO), Performance Objectivated
Productivity (POP) – Methodology and application to manufacturing and service sector.
3. ORGANISATIONAL TRANSFORMATION
9
Elements of Organisational Transformation and Reengineering-Principles of
organizational transformation and re-engineering, fundamentals of process re-
engineering, preparing the workforce for transformation and re-engineering,
methodology, guidelines, LMI CIP Model – DSMC Q & PMP model.
4. RE-ENGINEERING PROCESS IMPROVEMENT MODELS

9
PMI models, PASIM Model, Moen and Nolan Strategy for process improvement, LMICIP
Model, NPRDC Model.
5. RE-ENGINEERING TOOLS AND IMPLEMENTATION

9
Analytical and process tools and techniques – Information and Communication
Technology – Implementation of Reengineering Projects – Success Factors and
common implementation Problem – Cases.
Total : 45
REFERENCES
1. Sumanth, D.J., ‘Productivity Engineering and Management’, TMH, New Delhi,

1990.
2. Edosomwan, J.A., “Organisational Transformation and Process Re-engineering”,
Library Cataloging in Pub. Data, 1996.
3. Rastogi, P.N., “Re-engineering and Re-inventing the Enterprise”, Wheeler Pub.
New Delhi, 1995.
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4. Premvrat, Sardana, G.D. and Sahay, B.S., “Productivity Management – A
Systems Approach”, Narosa Publishing House. New Delhi, 1998.
ED 9158 INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS AND EXPERT SYSTEMS LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Introduction and Robot Kinematics 10
Definition need and scope of Industrial robots – Robot anatomy – Work volume –
Precision movement – End effectors – Sensors.
Robot Kinematics – Direct and inverse kinematics – Robot trajectories – Control
of robot manipulators – Robot dynamics – Methods for orientation and location of
objects.
2. Robot Drives and Control 9
Controlling the Robot motion – Position and velocity sensing devices – Design of
drive systems – Hydraulic and Pneumatic drives – Linear and rotary actuators
and control valves – Electro hydraulic servo valves, electric drives – Motors –
Designing of end effectors – Vacuum, magnetic and air operated grippers.
3. Robot Sensors 9
Transducers and Sensors – Tactile sensor – Proximity and range sensors –

Sensing joint forces – Robotic vision system – Image Representation - Image
Grabbing –Image processing and analysis – Edge Enhancement – Contrast
Stretching – Band Rationing - Image segmentation – Pattern recognition –
Training of vision system.
4. Robot Cell Design and Application 9
Robot work cell design and control – Safety in Robotics – Robot cell layouts –
Multiple Robots and machine interference – Robot cycle time analysis. Industrial
application of robots.
5. Robot Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems 8
Methods of Robot Programming – Characteristics of task level languages lead

through programming methods – Motion interpolation. Artificial intelligence –
Basics – Goals of artificial intelligence – AI techniques – problem representation
in AI – Problem reduction and solution techniques - Application of AI and KBES
in Robots.
TOTAL:45
TEXT BOOK:
1. K.S.Fu, R.C. Gonzalez and C.S.G. Lee, “Robotics Control, Sensing, Vision and
Intelligence”, Mc Graw Hill, 1987.
REFERENCES:
1. Yoram Koren,” Robotics for Engineers’ Mc Graw-Hill, 1987.
2. Kozyrey, Yu. “Industrial Robots”, MIR Publishers Moscow, 1985.
3. Richard. D, Klafter, Thomas, A, Chmielewski, Michael Negin, “Robotics Engineering
– An Integrated Approach”, Prentice-Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., 1984.
4. Deb, S.R.” Robotics Technology and Flexible Automation”, Tata Mc Graw-Hill, 1994.
5. Mikell, P. Groover, Mitchell Weis, Roger, N. Nagel, Nicholas G. Odrey,” Industrial
Robotics Technology, Programming and Applications”, Mc Graw-Hill, Int. 1986.
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6. Timothy Jordanides et al ,”Expert Systems and Robotics “, Springer –Verlag, New
York, May 1991.
EY 9156 DESIGN OF HEAT EXCHANGERS LTPC

3 0 0 3
1. FUNDAMENTALS OF HEAT EXCHANGER 9
Temperature distribution and its implications types – shell and tube heat
exchangers – regenerators and recuperators – analysis of heat exchangers –
LMTD and effectiveness method.
2. FLOW AND STRESS ANALYSIS 9
Effect of turbulence – friction factor – pressure loss – stress in tubes – header

sheets and pressure vessels – thermal stresses, shear stresses, types of
failures.
3. DESIGN ASPECTS 9
Heat transfer and pressure loss – flow configuration – effect of baffles – effect of
deviations from ideality – design of double pipe, finned tube, shell and tube heat
exchangers, simulation of heat exchangers.
4. COMPACT AND PLATE HEAT EXCHANGERS 9
Types – merits and demerits – design of compact heat exchangers, plate heat
exchangers – performance influencing parameters, limitations.
5. CONDENSERS & COOLING TOWERS 9
Design of surface and evaporative condensers – cooling tower – performance

characteristics.
TOTAL PERIODS:45
REFERENCES
1. P Arthur. Frass, Heat Exchanger Design, John Wiley & Sons, 1988.
2. Taborek.T, Hewitt.G.F and Afgan.N, Heat Exchangers, Theory and Practice,
McGraw-Hill Book Co. 1980.
3. Hewitt.G.F, Shires.G.L, Bott.T.R, Process Heat Transfer, CRC Press, 1994.
4. Sadik Kakac, Hongtan Liu,Heat Exchangers Selection, Rating and Thermal
Design,CRC Press,2002.
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ED9171 Rapid Prototyping and Tooling LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Introduction 7
Need - Development of RP systems – RP process chain - Impact of Rapid Prototyping

and Tooling on Product Development – Benefits- Applications – Digital prototyping -
Virtual prototyping.
2. Liquid based and solid based rapid prototyping systems 10
Stereolithography Apparatus, Fused deposition Modeling, Laminated object

manufacturing, Three dimensional printing: Working Principles, details of processes,
products, materials, advantages, limitations and applications - Case studies.
3. Powder based rapid prototyping systems: 10
Selective Laser Sintering, Direct Metal Laser Sintering, Three Dimensional Printing,
Laser Engineered Net Shaping, Selective Laser Melting, Electron Beam Melting:
Processes, materials, products, advantages, applications and limitations – Case Studies.
4. Reverse Engineering and CAD Modeling

10
Basic concept- Digitization techniques – Model Reconstruction – Data Processing for

Rapid Prototyping: CAD model preparation, Data Requirements – geometric modeling
techniques: Wire frame, surface and solid modeling – data formats - Data interfacing,
Part orientation and support generation, Support structure design, Model Slicing and
contour data organization, direct and adaptive slicing, Tool path generation.
5. Rapid Tooling 8
Classification: Soft tooling, Production tooling, Bridge tooling; direct and indirect –
Fabrication processes, Applications. Case studies - automotive, aerospace and
electronic industries.
TOTAL PERIODS:45
TEXT BOOK:
1. Rapid prototyping: Principles and applications, second edition, Chua C.K., Leong
K.F., and Lim C.S., World Scientific Publishers, 2003.
2. Rapid Tooling: Technologies and Industrial Applications, Peter D.Hilton,
Hilton/Jacobs, Paul F.Jacobs, CRC press, 2000.
REFERENCE:
1. Rapid prototyping, Andreas Gebhardt, Hanser Gardener Publications, 2003.
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2. Rapid Prototyping and Engineering applications : A tool box for prototype
development, Liou W.Liou, Frank W.Liou, CRC Press, 2007.
3. Rapid Prototyping: Theory and practice, Ali K. Kamrani, Emad Abouel Nasr,
Springer, 2006
ED 9159 DESIGN OF MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENTS

(Use of Approved Data Book Is Permitted) L T PC
3 0 0 3
UNIT – I Materials Handling Equipment 5
Types, selection and applications
UNIT – II Design of Hoists 10
Design of hoisting elements: Welded and roller chains - Hemp and wire ropes -
Design of ropes, pulleys, pulley systems, sprockets and drums, Load handling
attachments. Design of forged hooks and eye hooks – crane grabs - lifting magnets
- Grabbing attachments - Design of arresting gear - Brakes: shoe, band and cone
types.
UNIT – III Drives of Hoisting Gear 10
Hand and power drives - Traveling gear - Rail traveling mechanism - cantilever and
monorail cranes - slewing, jib and luffing gear - cogwheel drive - selecting the motor
ratings.
UNIT – IV Conveyors 10
Types - description - design and applications of Belt conveyors, apron conveyors

and escalators Pneumatic conveyors, Screw conveyors and vibratory conveyors.
UNIT – V Elevators 10
Bucket elevators: design - loading and bucket arrangements - Cage elevators -

shaft way, guides, counter weights, hoisting machine, safety devices - Design of
fork lift trucks.
TOTAL:45
TEXT BOOKS
1. Rudenko, N., Materials handling equipment, ELnvee Publishers, 1970.

2. Spivakovsy, A.O. and Dyachkov, V.K., Conveying Machines, Volumes I and
II, MIR Publishers, 1985.
REFERENCES
1. Alexandrov, M., Materials Handling Equipments, MIR Publishers, 1981.
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2. Boltzharol, A., Materials Handling Handbook, The Ronald Press Company, 1958.
3. P.S.G. Tech., “Design Data Book”, Kalaikathir Achchagam, Coimbatore, 2003.
4. Lingaiah. K. and Narayana Iyengar, “Machine Design Data Hand Book”, Vol.
1 & 2, Suma Publishers, Bangalore, 1983
ED 9160 PLASTICITY AND METAL FORMING LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Theory of Plasticity 9
Theory of plastic deformation - Engineering stress and strain relationship – Stress

tensor - Strain tensor - Yield criteria’s - Plastic stress strain relationship – Plastic work -
Equilibrium conditions - Incremental plastic strain
2. Constitutive relationships and Instability 7
Uniaxial tension test - Mechanical properties - Work hardening, Compression test,

bulge test, plane strain compression stress, plastic instability in uniaxial tension stress,
plastic instability in biaxial tension stress
3. Analysis of metal forming problems 12
Slab analysis - Slip line method, upper bound solutions, statistically admissible
stress field, numerical methods, contact problems, effect of friction, thermo elastic Elasto
plasticity, elasto visco plasticity - Thermo mechanical coupling – Analysis of forging,
rolling, extrusion and wire drawing processes - Experimental techniques of the
evaluation of metal forming
4. Analysis of Sheet metal Forming 8
Bending theory - Cold rolling theory - Hill's anisotropic theory, Hill's general yield
theory - Sheet metal forming - Elements used - Mesh generation and formulation -
Equilibrium equations - Consistent full set algorithm - Numerical solutions procedures -
examples of simulation of simple parts - Bench mark tests – Forming limit diagrams
5. Advances in metal Forming
9
Orbital forging, Isothermal forging, Warm forging, Hot and Cold isotropic
pressing, high speed extrusion, rubber pad forming, micro blanking –Superplastic
forming - Overview of Powder Metal techniques - Powder rolling - Tooling and
process parameters
Total 45
References:
1. Wagoner. R H., and Chenot. J.J., Metal Forming analysis,Cambridge
University Press, 2002.
2. Slater. R A. C., Engineering Plasticity - Theory & Applications to Metal
Forming, John Wiely and Sons, 1987.
3. Shiro Kobayashi, Altan. T, Metal Forming and Finite Element Method, Oxford
University Press, 1989.
4. Narayanaswamy. R, Theory of Metal Forming Plasticity, Narosa Publishers,
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1999.
5. Hosford. W. F and Caddell. RM., Metal Forming Mechanics and Metallurgy,
Prentice Hall Eaglewood Cliffs, 1993.
6. Surender Kumar, “ Technology of Metal Forming Processes”, Prentice Hall of
India, New Delhi, 2008
ED 9161 THEORY OF PLATES & SHELLS LTPC

3003
OBJECTIVE:
After undergoing this course, the students would be in a position to understand the
behaviour of these commonly occurring structural elements in engineering design and
would have developed the capability to design and analyse them in their normal design
practice.
1. General Introduction 7
Review of equations of elasticity- kinematics, compatibility equations, stress measures-

equations of motions- constitutive relations- transformation of stresses, strains and
stiffness-energy principles and variational methods in elasticity- virtual work-external and
internal virtual work- variational operator- functionals- Euler Lagrange equations- energy
principles- Hamilton’s principle- principle of minimum total potential- applications
2. Classical Theory of Plates 10

Plates as structural elements- stress and moment resultants- assumptions made in the
classical theory- displacement fields and strains- equations of equilibrium in Cartesian
coordinates and in polar coordinates- boundary conditions – bending of rectangular
plates with various boundary conditions and loading- symmetrical and asymmetrical
bending of circular plates-limitations of classical theory- finite element
analysis(elementary treatment only; discussion of various elements used and their
capabilities- not for examination)
3. Buckling Analysis of Rectangular Plates 10
Buckling of simply supported plates under compressive forces- governing equations- the
Navier solution- biaxial compression of a plate- uniaxial compression of a plate- buckling
of plates simply supported on two opposite edges- Levy’s solution- buckling of plates
with various boundary conditions- general formulation- finite element
analysis(elementary treatment only; discussion of various elements used and their
capabilities- not for examination)
4. Vibration of Plates 9
Governing equations for natural flexural vibrations of rectangular plates- natural

vibrations of plates simply supported on all edges- vibration of plates with two parallel
sides simply supported- Levy’s solution- vibration of plates with different boundary
conditions- Rayleigh-Ritz method- Natural vibration of plates with general boundary
conditions- transient analysis of rectangular plates- finite element analysis(elementary
treatment only; discussion of various elements used and their capabilities- not for
examination)
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5. Analysis of Thin Elastic Shells of Revolution 9
Classification of shell surfaces- geometric properties of shells of revolution- general

strain displacement relations for shells of revolution- stress resultants- equations of
motion of thin shells- analytical solution for thin cylindrical shells- membrane theory-
flexure under axisymmetric loads- shells with double curvature- geometric
considerations- equations of equilibrium- bending of spherical shells- vibration of
cylindrical shells- finite element analysis(elementary treatment only; discussion of
various elements used and their capabilities- not for examination)
Total: 45 periods
Reference:
1. Reddy,J.N., “Theory and Analysis of Elastic Plates & Shells”,

C.R.C.Press,NY,USA, 2nd Edition
2. Szilard, R., Theory and Analysis of Plates, Prentice Hall Inc., 1995
3. Timoshenko, S. and Krieger S.W. Theory of Plates and Shells, McGraw Hill Book
Company, New York 1990.
4. Wilhelm Flügge, stresses in shells, Springer - Verlag
5. Timoshenko, S. Theory of Plates and Shells, McGraw Hill, 1990
6. Ramasamy, G.S., Design and Construction of Concrete Shells Roofs,
CBS Publishers, 1986
7. Dr.N.Subramanian, Principles of Space Structures , Wheeler Publishing Co.
1999
ED 9162 DESIGN OF PRESSURE VESSELS AND PIPING LTPC

3 0 0 3
1. Introduction 3
Methods for determining stresses – Terminology and Ligament Efficiency –

Applications.
2. Stresses in Pressure Vessels 15
Introduction – Stresses in a circular ring, cylinder – Membrane stress Analysis of

Vessel Shell components – Cylindrical shells, spherical Heads, conical heads –
Thermal Stresses – Discontinuity stresses in pressure vessels.
3. Design Of Vessels 15
Design of Tall cylindrical self supporting process columns – supports for short
vertical vessels – stress concentration – at a variable Thickness transition section
in a cylindrical vessel, about a circular hole, elliptical openings. Theory of
Reinforcement – pressure vessel Design.
4. Buckling And Fracture Analysis In Vessels 8
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Buckling phenomenon – Elastic Buckling of circular ring and cylinders under
external pressure – collapse of thick walled cylinders or tubes under external
pressure – Effect of supports on Elastic Buckling of Cylinders – Buckling under
combined External pressure and axial loading.
5. Piping 4
Introduction – Flow diagram – piping layout and piping stress Analysis.
Total 45
Text Books
1. John F. Harvey, Theory and Design of Pressure Vessels, CBS Publishers and
Distributors, 1987.
References
1. Henry H. Bedner, “Pressure Vessels, Design Hand Book, CBS publishers and
Distributors, 1987.
2. Stanley, M. Wales, “Chemical process equipment, selection and Design.
Buterworths series in Chemical Engineering, 1988.
3. William. J., Bees, “Approximate Methods in the Design and Analysis of Pressure
Vessels and Piping”, Pre ASME Pressure Vessels and Piping Conference, 1997.
CI9122 MECHATRONICS IN MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS LTPC

3 0 0 3
OBJECTIVE
This syllabus is formed to create knowledge in Mechatronic systems and

impart the source of concepts and techniques, which have recently been applied in
practical situation. It gives a framework of knowledge that allows engineers and
technicians to develop an interdisciplinary understanding and integrated approach to
engineering.
1. INTRODUCTION 5
Introduction to Mechatronics - Systems- Need for Mechatronics - Emerging area of

Mechatronics - Classification of Mechatronics - Measurement Systems - Control
Systems.
2. SENSORS AND TRANSDUCERS 12
Introduction - Performance Terminology – Potentiometers - LVDT - Capacitance sensors

- Strain gauges - Eddy current sensor - Hall effect sensor - Temperature sensors - Light
sensors - Selection of sensors - Signal processing.
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3. ACTUATORS 12
Actuators – Mechanical - Electrical - Fluid Power - Piezoelectric - Magnetostrictive

- Shape memory alloy - applications - selection of actuators.
4. PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS 8
Introduction - Basic structure - Input and output processing - Programming - Mnemonics-

Timers, counters and internal relays - Data handling - Selection of PLC.
5. DESIGN AND MECHATRONICS CASE STUDIES 8
Designing - Possible design solutions-Traditional and Mechatronics design concepts -

Case studies of Mechatronics systems - Pick and place Robot - Conveyor based
material handling system - PC based CNC drilling machine - Engine Management
system - Automatic car park barrier - Data acquisition Case studies.
Total: 45
TEXT BOOK
1. Bolton.W, “Mechatronics” , Pearson education, second edition, fifth Indian Reprint,

2003
2. Smaili.A and Mrad.F , "Mechatronics integrated technologies for intelligent machines",
Oxford university press, 2008
REFERENCES
1. Devadas Shetty and Richard A.Kolk, “Mechatronics systems design”, PWS Publishing
company, 2007.
2. Godfrey C. Onwubolu, "Mechatronics Principles and Applications", Elsevier, 2006.
3. Nitaigour Premchand Mahalik, “Mechatronics Principles, Concepts and Applicatlions”
Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing company Limited, 2003.
4. Michael B.Histand and Davis G.Alciatore,” Introduction to Mechatronics and
Measurement systems”. McGraw Hill International edition, 1999.
5. Bradley D.A, Dawson.D, Buru N.C and Loader A.J, “Mechatronics” Nelson Thornes
ltd, Eswar press, Indian print, 2004.
6. Lawrence J.Kamm, “Understanding Electro-Mechanical Engineering – An Introduction
to Mechatronics”, Prentice Hall of India Pvt Ltd, 2000.
7. Dan Necsulescu, “Mechatronics”, Pearson education, 2002.
8. Newton C.Braga, “Mechatronics Sourcebook”, Thomson Delmar Learning, Eswar
Press, 2003.
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ED 9163 MODAL ANALYSIS OF MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Overview 6
Introduction to Modal Testing – Applications of Modal Testing – Philosophy of

Modal Testing – Summary of Theory – Summary of Measurement Methods –
Summary of Analysis – Review of Test Procedure.
2. Theoretical Basis 12
Introduction – Single Degree of Freedom (SDOF) System Theory – Presentation

and Properties of FRF Data for SDOP System – Undamped Multi-degree of
freedom (MDOF) system – Proportional Damping – Hysteretic Damping –
General Case – Viscous Damping – General Case – Characteristics and
presentation of MDOF – FRF Data – Complete and incomplete models - Non-
sinusoidal vibration and FRF Properties – Analysis of Weakly Nonlinear
Structures.
3. Mobility Measurement Techniques 10
Introduction – Basic Measurement System – Structure preparation – Excitation of

the Structure – Transducers and Amplifiers – Analyzers – Digital Signal
Processing – Use of Different Excitation types – Calibration – Mass Cancellation
– Rotational Mobility Measurement – Measurement on Non linear structures –
Multi point excitation methods.
4. Modal Parameter Extraction Methods 11
Introduction – Preliminary checks of FRF Data – SDOF Modal Analysis-I – Peak-

amplitude – SDOF Modal Analysis-II – Circle Fit Method – SDOF Modal Analysis
III – Inverse Method – Residuals – MDOF curve-fitting procedures – MDOF curve
fitting in the Time Domain – Global or Multi-Curve fitting – Non linear systems.
5. Derivation of Mathematical Models 6
Introduction – Modal Models – Display of Modal Model – Response Models –

Spatial Models – Mobility Skeletons and System Models.
Total 45
References:
1. Ewins D J, “Modal Testing: Theory and Practice “, John Wiley & Sons Inc., 1988
2. Nuno Manuel Mendes Maia et al,” Theoretical and Experimental Modal Analysis”,
Wiley John & sons, 1997.
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ED 9164 DESIGN OF HYDRAULIC AND PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Oil Hydraulic Systems and Hydraulic Actuators 5
Hydraulic Power Generators – Selection and specification of pumps, pump

characteristics. Linear and Rotary Actuators – selection, specification and
characteristics.
2. Control and Regulation Elements 12
Pressure - direction and flow control valves - relief valves, non-return and safety
valves - actuation systems.
3. Hydraulic Circuits 5
Reciprocation, quick return, sequencing, synchronizing circuits - accumulator circuits

- industrial circuits - press circuits - hydraulic milling machine - grinding, planning,
copying, - forklift, earth mover circuits- design and selection of components - safety
and emergency mandrels.
4. Pneumatic Systems and Circuits 16
Pneumatic fundamentals - control elements, position and pressure sensing - logic

circuits - switching circuits - fringe conditions modules and these integration -
sequential circuits - cascade methods - mapping methods - step counter method -
compound circuit design - combination circuit design.
5. Installation, Maintenance and Special circuits 7
Pneumatic equipments- selection of components - design calculations – application

-fault finding - hydro pneumatic circuits - use of microprocessors for sequencing -
PLC, Low cost automation - Robotic circuits.
Total 45
References:
1. Antony Espossito, “Fluid Power with Applications”, Prentice Hall, 1980.
2. Dudleyt, A. Pease and John J. Pippenger, “Basic fluid power”, Prentice Hall, 1987.
3. Andrew Parr, “Hydraulic and Pneumatics” (HB), Jaico Publishing House, 1999.
4. Bolton. W., “Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems “, Butterworth –Heinemann, 1997.
5. K.Shanmuga Sundaram, “Hydraulic and Pneumatic Controls: Understanding made
Easy" S.Chand & Co Book publishers, New Delhi, 2006 (Reprint 2009)
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ED 9165 EXPERIMENTAL STRESS ANALYSIS LTPC
3 0 0 3
1. Forces and Strain Measurement 9
Strain gauge, principle, types, performance and uses. Photo elasticity – Principle
and applications - Moire Fringe - Hydraulic jacks and pressure gauges –
Electronic load cells – Proving Rings – Calibration of Testing Machines.
2. Vibration Measurements 9
Characteristics of Structural Vibrations – Linear Variable Differential Transformer

(LVDT) – Transducers for velocity and acceleration measurements. Vibration
meter – Seismographs – Vibration Analyzer – Display and recording of signals –
Cathode Ray Oscilloscope – XY Plotter – Chart Plotters – Digital data Acquisition
systems.
3. Acoustics and Wind Flow Measures 9
Principles of Pressure and flow measurements – pressure transducers – sound

level meter – venturimeter and flow meters – wind tunnel and its use in structural
analysis – structural modeling – direct and indirect model analysis
4. Distress Measurements 9
Diagnosis of distress in structures – crack observation and measurements –

corrosion of reinforcement in concrete – Half-cell, construction and use –
damage assessment – controlled blasting for demolition.
5. Non Destructive Testing Methods 9
Load testing on structures, buildings, bridges and towers – Rebound Hammer –

acoustic emission – ultrasonic testing principles and application – Holography –
use of laser for structural testing – Brittle coating
Total 45
References:
1. Sadhu Singh – Experimental Stress Analysis, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi,

1996.
2. JW Dalley and WF Riley, Experimental Stress Analysis, McGraw Hill Book
Company, N.Y. 1991
3. L.S.Srinath et al, Experimental Stress Analysis, Tata McGraw Hill Company, New
Delhi, 1984
4. R.S.Sirohi, HC Radhakrishna, Mechanical Measurements, New Age International
(P) Ltd. 1997
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5. F.K Garas, J.L. Clarke and GST Armer, Structural assessment, Butterworths,
London, 1987
6. D.E. Bray & R. K.Stanley, Non-destructive Evaluation, McGraw Hill Publishing
Company, N.Y.1989
ED9173 INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS LTPC

3 0 0 3
1. INTRODUCTION 5
Objectives of a manufacturing system-identifying business opportunities and problems

classification production systems-linking manufacturing strategy and systems analysis
of manufacturing operations.
2. GROUP TECHNOLOGY AND COMPUTER AIDED PROCESS PLANNING 5
Introduction-part families-parts classification and cooling - group technology machine

cells-benefits of group technology. Process planning function CAPP - Computer
generated time standards.
3. COMPUTER AIDED PLANNING AND CONTROL 10
Production planning and control-cost planning and control-inventory management-

Material requirements planning (MRP)-shop floor control-Factory data collection
system-Automatic identification system-barcode technology- automated data collection
system.
4. COMPUTER MONITORING 10
Types of production monitoring systems-structure model of manufacturing process-

process control & strategies- direct digital control-supervisory computer control-
computer in QC - contact inspection methods non-contact inspection method -
computer-aided testing - integration of CAQC with CAD/CAM.
5. INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING SYSTEM 15
Definition - application - features - types of manufacturing systems-machine tools-

materials handling system- computer control system - DNC systems manufacturing
cell. Flexible manufacturing systems (FMS) - the FMS concept-transfer systems -
head changing FMS - variable mission manufacturing system - CAD/CAM system -
human labor in the manufacturing system-computer integrated manufacturing
system benefits. Rapid prototyping - Artificial Intelligence and Expert system in CIM.
Total 45
Text Books:
1. Groover, M.P., "Automation, Production System and CIM", Prentice-Hall of India,

1998.
References:
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1. David Bedworth, "Computer Integrated Design and Manufacturing", TMH, New
Delhi, 1998.
2. Yorem Koren, "Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems", McGraw Hill, 1983.
3. Ranky, Paul G., "Computer Integrated Manufacturing", Prentice Hall International
1986.
4. R.W. Yeomamas, A. Choudry and P.J.W. Ten Hagen, "Design rules for a CIM
system", North Holland Amsterdam, 1985.
ED 9166 Maintenance Engineering LTPC

3003
1. Introduction to maintenance Systems 8
Introduction to repair and Maintenance -Maintenance as business - Maintenance

systems such as reactive, preventive, predictive or proactive systems - Human
resources management in Maintenance management -maintainability- Inherent and
overall availability. - Mean time between failures, mean time to repairs and mean down
time - Testability and supportability - “Design for Maintenance” - Poor maintainability
aspects - Design for reliability.
2. Condition Based Maintenance 7
Condition based monitoring of equipment and systems -condition monitoring techniques

such as a) Vibration analysis, b) Ultrasonic detection techniques, c) Thermography, d)
Oil and lubricant analysis, e) Motor condition monitoring (MCM) - Shaft alignments
through laser - Vibration instruments -Outline on Thermography
3.Maintenance Techniques such as Reliability Centred Maintenance(RCM),Total

Productive Maintenance(TPM) & CMMS 10
Reliability centred Maintenance-Failure Mode and Effect Analysis-Root cause Analysis-

logic tree analysis-Criticality matrix - Total Productive Maintenance, Overall Equipment
Effectiveness-Lean manufacturing- TPM and TPO- Relationship between OEE and
world-class Maintenance- Ladder of Maintenance improvement- Computerized
Maintenance management system in a business scenario- data acquisition for effective
management of CMMS.
4. Asset Planning and Scheduling of Activities in Maintenance 10
Asset and spare part management, - Conventional spare Parts management techniques
such as Economic Order Quantity, two bin systems - Latest trends in monitoring through
bar codes, mobile computer and wireless data transmissions -. Different aspects of
planning and scheduling of Maintenance, such as shutdowns- Critical aspects of both
routine and shut down Maintenance -. bar charts - PERT network during shut down -Man
power Training and utilization of skilled manpower - Sequencing of activities.
5. Safety and other aspects of Maintenance Functions 10
Safety Engineering. - Hazard analysis -General rules and guidelines in safety and
hazard prevention - Analytical tools - Hazard analysis- Fault Tree Analysis - Sneak
Circuit analysis - Integrated approach to Maintenance- Statistical distributions such as
normal, gamma and “Weibull” in Maintenance- Maintenance effectiveness.
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Total: 45
Text Book:
1. “Maintenance Engineering and Management”: K.Venkataraman-PHI Learning-2007
Reference Books:
1. Kelly. A and Harris, M. J, “Management of Industrial maintenance”, Butter worth

& Co., 1978
2. David J. Smith, “Reliability and Maintainability in Perspective”, McMillan,2 nd
Edition, 1985.
3. Gwidon W Stachowiak and Andrew W. Batchelor, “Engineering Tribology”,
Butterwork-Heinmann, 2001
4. John V.Grimaldi & Rollin H.Simonds, “Safety Management”, AITBS Publishers &
Distributors, 2001
ED 9169 BEARING DESIGN AND ROTOR DYNAMICS LTP

C
3003
1. Classification and selection of Bearings 6
Selection criteria-Dry and Boundary Lubrication Bearings-Hydrodynamic and

Hydrostatic bearings- Electro Magnetic bearings-Dry bearings-Rolling Element bearings-
Bearings for Precision Applications-Foil Bearings-Special bearings- Selection of plain
Bearing materials –Metallic and Non metallic bearings
2. Design of Fluid Film Bearings 10
Design and performance analysis of Thrust and Journal bearings – Full, partial, fixed
and pivoted journal bearings design procedure-Minimum film thickness – lubricant flow
and delivery – power loss, Heat and temperature distribution calculations- Design based
on Charts & Tables and Experimental curves-Design of Foil bearings-Air Bearings-
Design of Hydrostatic bearings-Thrust and Journal bearings- Stiffness consideration -
flow regulators and pump design
3. Selection and Design of Rolling bearings 10
Contact Stresses in Rolling bearings- Centrifugal stresses-Elasto hydrodynamic

lubrication- Fatique life calculations- Bearing operating temperature- Lubrication-
Selection of lubricants- Internal clearance – Shaft and housing fit- -Mounting
arrangements-Materials for rolling bearings- Manufacturing methods- Ceramic bearings-
Rolling bearing cages-bearing seals selection
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4. Dynamics of Hydrodynamic bearings 10
Hydrodynamic Lubrication equation for dynamic loadings-Squeeze film effects in journal

bearings and thrust bearings -Rotating loads , alternating and impulse loads in journal
bearings – Journal centre Trajectory- Analysis of short bearings under dynamic
conditions- Finite difference solution for dynamic conditions
5. Rotor Dynamics 9
Rotor vibration and Rotor critical speeds- support stiffness on critical speeds- Stiffness
and damping coefficients of journal bearings-computation and measurements of journal
bearing coefficients -Mechanics of Hydro dynamic Instability- Half frequency whirl and
Resonance whip- Design configurations of stable journal bearings
Total 45
References:
1.Neale, M.J. “Tribology Hand Book”, Butterworth Heinemann, United Kingdom 2001.
2. Cameron, A. “Basic Lubrication Theory”, Ellis Herward Ltd., UK, 1981
3. Halling, J. (Editor) – “Principles of Tribology “, Macmillian – 1984.
4. Williams J.A. “ Engineering Tribology”, Oxford Univ. Press, 1994.
5. S.K.Basu, S.N.Sengupta & B.B.Ahuja ,”Fundamentals of Tribology”, Prentice –Hall of
India Pvt Ltd , New Delhi, 2005
6. G.W.Stachowiak & A.W .Batchelor , Engineering Tribology, Butterworth-Heinemann,
UK, 2005
PD 9151 MICRO ELECTRO MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LTPC

3003
1. Introduction 8
Introduction, Materials-substrates, Additive materials. Fabrication techniques-Deposition,

Lithography, etching, Surface micro machining, Thick film screen-printing and
electroplating
2. Mechanical Sensor packaging 8
Introduction, Standard IC packages-ceramic, plastic and metal packages. Packaging

process-Electrical interconnects, Methods of die attachment, sealing techniques. MEMS
mechanical sensor packaging
3. Mechanical Transduction Techniques 9
Piezo resistivity, Piezoelectricity, Capacitive Techniques, Optical techniques, Resonant

techniques. Actuation techniques, Smart Sensors. MEMS Simulation and Design tools-
Behavioral model ling simulation tools and Finite element simulation tools.
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4. Pressure sensors 12
Introduction. Techniques for sensing. Physics of pressure sensing-Pressure sensor

specifications. Dynamic pressure sensing. Pressure sensor types. MEMS technology
pressure sensors-Micro machined silicon diaphragms,
5. Force, Torque and Inertial sensors 8
Introduction-Silicon based devises-Optical devises-capacitive devises-Magnetic devices-

Atomic force microscope and scanning probes- micro machined accelerometer-Micro
machined Gyroscope-Future inertial micro machined sensors
Text Book:
1. Nadim Maluf and Kirt Williams,’ An introduction to Micro electro mechanical

System Engineering, Artech House, Inc. Boston.2003
Reference:
1. Stephen Beeby, Graham Ensell, Michael Kraft and Neil White,’ MEMS
Mechanical sensors’ Artech House, Inc. Boston 2003
PD 9152 CREATIVITY IN DESIGN LTPC

3 0 0 3
1. Introduction 4
Need for design creativity – creative thinking for quality – essential theory about directed
creativity –
2. Mechanism of thinking and Visualization 11
Definitions and theory of mechanisms of mind heuristics and models : attitudes,

Approaches and Actions that support creative thinking - Advanced study of visual
elements and principles- line, plane, shape, form, pattern, texture gradation, color
symmmetry.Spatial relationships and compositions in 2 and 3 dimensional space -
procedure for genuine graphical computer animation – Animation aerodynamics – virtual
environments in scientific Visualization – Unifying principle of data management for
scientific visualization – Unifying principle of data management for scientific visualization
- Visualization benchmarking
3. Creativity 11
Methods and tools for Directed Creativity – Basic Principles – Tools of Directed
Creativity – Tools that prepare the mind for creative thought – stimulation of new ideas –
Development and Actions: - Processes in creativity ICEDIP – Inspiration, Clarification,
Distillation, Perspiration, Evaluation and Incubation – Creativity and Motivation The
45
Bridge between man creativity and the rewards of innovativeness – Applying Directed
Creativity to the challenge of quality management
4. Design 9
Process Design, Emotional Design – Three levels of Design – Viceral, Behavioral and
Reflective- Recycling and availability-Creativity and customer needs analysis –
Innovative product and service designs, future directions in this application of creativity
thinking in quality management
5. Innovation 10
Achieving Creativity – Introduction to TRIZ methodology of Inventive Problem Solving -
the essential factors – Innovator’s solution – creating and sustaining successful growth –
Disruptive Innovation model – Segmentive Models – New market disruption -
Commoditation and DE-commoditation – Managing the Strategy Development Process –
The Role of Senior Executive in Leading New Growth – Passing the Baton
Total 45
Reference:-
1. Rousing Creativity: Think New NowFloyd Hurr, ISBN 1560525479, Crisp

Publications Inc. 1999
2. Geoffrey Petty,” how to be better at Creativity”, The Industrial Society 1999
3. Donald A. Norman,” Emotional Design”, Perseus Books Group New York , 2004
4. Clayton M. Christensen Michael E. Raynor,” The Innovator’s Solution”, Harvard

Business School Press Boston, USA, 2003
5. Semyon D. Savransky,” Engineering of Creativity – TRIZ”, CRC Press New York

USA,” 2000
PD 9153 REVERSE ENGINEERING LTPC

3 0 0 3
1. Introduction 5
Scope and tasks of RE - Domain analysis- process of duplicating
2. Tools for RE 8
Functionality- dimensional- developing technical data - digitizing techniques -

construction of surface model - solid-part material- characteristics evaluation -software
and application- prototyping - verification
3. Concepts 12
46
History of Reverse Engineering – Preserving and preparation for the four stage process
– Evaluation and Verification- Technical Data Generation, Data Verification, Project
Implementation
4. Data Management 10
Data reverse engineering – Three data Reverse engineering strategies – Definition –

organization data issues - Software application – Finding reusable software components
– Recycling real-time embedded software – Design experiments to evaluate a Reverse
Engineering tool – Rule based detection for reverse Engineering user interfaces –
Reverse Engineering of assembly programs: A model based approach and its logical
basics
5. Integration 10
Cognitive approach to program understated – Integrating formal and structured methods

in reverse engineering – Integrating reverse engineering, reuse and specification tool
environments to reverse engineering -–coordinate measurement – feature capturing –
surface and solid members
Total: 45
Reference:
1. Design Recovery for Maintenance and Reuse, T J Biggerstaff, IEEE Corpn. July
1991
2. White paper on RE, S. Rugaban, Technical Report, Georgia Instt. of Technology,
1994
3. Reverse Engineering, Katheryn, A. Ingle, McGraw-Hill, 1994
4. Data Reverse Engineering, Aiken, Peter, McGraw-Hill, 1996
5. Reverse Engineering, Linda Wills, Kluiver Academic Publishers, 1996
6. Co-ordinate Measurment and reverse engineering, Donald R. Honsa, ISBN
1555897, American Gear Manufacturers Association
ED 9174 SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT L T P C

3 0 0 3
1. INTRODUCTION 5
Logistics- concepts, definitions, approaches, factors affecting logistics. Supply

chain - basic tasks of the supply chain - the new corporate model.
2. SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 10
The new paradigm, the modular company, the network relations, supply process,
procurement process - Distribution management.
3. EVOLUTION OF SUPPLY CHAIN MODELS 10
Strategy and structure - factors of supply chain - Manufacturing strategy stages,

supply chain progress - model for competing through supply chain management -
PLC grid, supply chain redesign - Linking supply chain with customer.
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4. SUPPLY CHAIN ACTIVITY SYSTEMS 10
Structuring the SC, SC and new products, functional roles in SC, SC design
framework., collaborative product commerce(CPC)
5. SCM ORGANISATIONA ND INFORMATION SYSTEM 10
The management task, logistics organisation, the logistics information systems-

topology of SC application- MRP, ERP, Warehouse management system,
product data management- cases.
Total = 45
REFERENCES:
1. Scharj, P.B., Lasen, T.S., Managing the global supply chain, Viva Books, New
Delhi, 2000.
2. Ayers, J.B., Hand book of Supply Chain Management, The St. Lencie press,
2000.
3. Nicolas, J.N., Competitive manufacturing management- continuous improvement,
Lean production, customer focused quality, McGraw-Hill, NY, 1998.
4. Steudel, H.J. and Desruelle, P., Manufacturing in the nintees- How to become a
mean, lean and world class competitor, Van Nostrand Reinhold, NY, 1992.
PD 9154 ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING

L T P C
3 0 0 3
1. Enterprise Resource Planning: 10
Principle – ERP framework – BusinessBlue Print – Business Engineering vs Business

process Re-Engineering – Tools – Languages – Value chain – Supply and Demand
chain – Extended supply chain management – Dynamic Models –Process Models
2. Technology and Architecture: 10

Client/Server architecture – Technology choices – Internet direction – Evaluation
framework – CRM – CRM pricing – chain safety – Evaluation framework.
3. ERP System Packages: 10
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SAP,. People soft, Baan and Oracle – Comparison – Integration of different ERP
applications – ERP as sales force automation – Integration of ERP and Internet – ERP
Implementation strategies – Organisational and social issues.
4. Overview – Architecture – AIM – applications – Oracle SCM. SAP : Overview –

Architecture – applications -Before and after Y2k – critical issues – Training on various
modules of IBCS ERP Package-Oracle ERP and MAXIMO, including ERP on the NET
5 ERP Procurement Issues 8
Market Trends – Outsourcing ERP – Economics – Hidden Cost Issues – ROI –

Analysis of cases from five Indian Companies.
Total = 45
References:
1998 1. Sadagopan.S , ERP-A Managerial Perspective, Tata Mcgraw Hill, 1999.
1999 2. Jose Antonio Fernandez , The SAP R/3 Handbook, Tata Mcgraw Hill,
1998.
2000 3. Vinod Kumar Crag and N.K.Venkitakrishnan , Enterprise Resource
Planning – Concepts and Practice, Prentice Hall of India, 1998.
2001 4. ERPWARE , ERP Implementation Framework, Garg & Venkitakrishnan,
Prentice Hall, 1999.
2002 5. Thomas E Vollmann and Bery Whybark , Manufacturing and Control
Systems, Galgothia Publications, 1998.
IC 9162 COMPUTATIONAL FLUID DYNAMICS
L T P C
3 0 0 3
1. Governing Differential Equation and Finite Difference Method 10
Classification, Initial and Boundary conditions – Initial and Boundary Value problems
– Finite difference method, Central, Forward, Backward difference, Uniform and
non-uniform Grids, Numerical Errors, Grid Independence Test.
2. Conduction Heat Transfer 10
Steady one-dimensional conduction, Two and three dimensional steady state

problems, Transient one-dimensional problem, Two-dimensional Transient
Problems.
3. Incompressible Fluid Flow 10
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Governing Equations, Stream Function – Verticity method, Determination of pressure
for viscous flow, SIMPLE Procedure of Patankar and Spalding, Computation of
Boundary layer flow, finite difference approach.
4. Convection Heat Transfer and FEM 10
Steady One-Dimensional and Two-Dimensional Convection – diffusion, Unsteady

one-dimensional convection – diffusion, Unsteady two-dimensional convection –
Diffusion – Introduction to finite element method – solution of steady heat conduction
by FEM – Incompressible flow – simulation by FEM.
5. Turbulence Models 5
Algebraic Models – One equation model, K – є Models, Standard and High and Low
Reynolds number models, Prediction of fluid flow and heat transfer using standard
codes.
Total = 45 hrs.
References
1. Muralidhar, K., and Sundararajan, T., “Computational Fluid Flow and Heat
Transfer”, Narosa Publishing House, New Delhi, 1995.
2. Ghoshdasdidar, P.S., “Computer Simulation of flow and heat transfer” Tata
McGraw-Hill Publishing Company Ltd., 1998.
3. Subas, V.Patankar “Numerical heat transfer fluid flow”, Hemisphere Publishing
Corporation, 1980.
4. Taylor, C and Hughes, J.B. “Finite Element Programming of the Navier-Stokes
Equation”, Pineridge Press Limited, U.K., 1981.
5. Anderson, D.A., Tannehill, J.I., and Pletcher, R.H., “Computational fluid
Mechanics and Heat Transfer “Hemisphere Publishing Corporation, New York,
USA, 1984.
6. Fletcher, C.A.J. “Computational Techniques for Fluid Dynamics 1” Fundamental
and General Techniques, Springer – Verlag, 1987.
7. Fletcher, C.A.J. “Computational Techniques for fluid Dynamics 2” Specific
Techniques for Different Flow Categories, Springer – Verlag, 1987.
8 Bose, T.X., “Numerical Fluid Dynamics” Narosa Publishing House, 1997.
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M.E. COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN

Course Course Title L T P C

UNIT – I 2 – D Random Variables 9

UNIT – II Computational methods in Engineering 9

UNIT – III Tensor analysis 9

UNIT – IV Calculus of variation 9

UNIT – V Fast Fourier Transform 9

BOOKS FOR REFERENCE:

1. James, G., Advanced Modern Engineering Mathematics, 3 rd edition, Pearson

UNIT – I Design Fundamentals 9

UNIT – II Customer Oriented Design & Societal Considerations 9

UNIT – III Design Methods 9

UNIT – IV Material Selection Processing and Design 9

UNIT – V Probability concepts in Design for Reliability 9

UNIT – I Introduction to Computer Graphics Fundamentals 11

UNIT – II Introduction to CAD software 8

UNIT – III Solid Modeling 8

Regularized Boolean set operations - primitive instancing - sweep representations -

UNIT – IV Visual Realism 9

Hidden – Line – Surface – solid removal algorithms shading – coloring. Introduction to

UNIT – V Assembly of Parts 9

Assembly modeling - interferences of positions and orientation - tolerances analysis -

NOTE: LAB PRACTICE OF 30 HRS. TOTAL 45 + 30 = 75 HOURS

1. Design for Quality 9

Quality Function Deployment -House of Quality-Objectives and functions-Targets-

2. Failure Mode Effect Analysis 9

Design of experiments-Basic methods- Two factorial experiments-Extended method-

4. Statistical consideration and Reliability 9

5. Design for SIX SIGMA 9

1. Product Design Techniques in Reverse Engineering and New Product Development,

ED 9112 CAD LAB L T PC

Exercises in Modeling and drafting of Mechanical Components - Assembly using

Unit-I: General Introduction * 10

Introduction- structural element and system- assembly and analysis of a structure-

Unit-II: Generalization of Finite Element Concepts and Element Shape Functions*

Boundary value problems – integral or weak statements- weighted residual methods-

Unit-III: Applications to Field Problems * 9

Unit-IV: Finite Elements in Structural Dynamics and Vibrations ** 10

Non-linear problems in elasticity- some solution methods- plasticity: introduction, general

Introduction -Sources Of Vibration-Mathematical Models- Displacement, velocity and

2. Two Degree Freedom System 7

Introduction-Free Vibration Of Undamped And Damped- Forced Vibration With Harmonic

3. Multi-Degree Freedom System and Continuous System 9

Multi Degree Freedom System –Influence Coefficients and stiffness coefficients-

Specification of Vibration Limits –Vibration severity standards- Vibration as condition

5. Experimental Methods in Vibration Analysis 10

Vibration Analysis Overview - Experimental Methods in Vibration Analysis.-Vibration

1. Rao, S.S.,” Mechanical Vibrations,” Addison Wesley Longman, 1995.

1. Ramamurti. V, “Mechanical Vibration Practice with Basic Theory”,

CD 9121 INTEGRATED MECHANICAL DESIGN**

Phases of design – Standardization and interchangeability of machine elements

2. Design of Gears and Gear Boxes 12

Integrated Design of systems consisting of shaft, bearings, springs, motor,

1. P.S.G. Tech., “Design Data Book”, Kalaikathir Achchagam, Coimbatore, 2003.

CD9122 COMPUTER AIDED TOOLS

1. Computer Aided Manufacturing 9

Manufacturing Processes – Removing, Forming, Deforming and joining –