Gate Syll
Gate Syll
Gate Syll
Linear Algebra: Matrix algebra, Systems of linear equations, Eigen values and
eigenvectors.
Differential equations: First order equations (linear and nonlinear), Higher order
linear differential equations with constant coefficients, Cauchy's and Euler's
equations, Initial and boundary value problems, Laplace transforms, Solutions of one
dimensional heat and wave equations and Laplace equation.
Complex variables: Analytic functions, Cauchy's integral theorem, Taylor and Laurent
series.
Engineering Mechanics: Free body diagrams and equilibrium; trusses and frames;
virtual work; kinematics and dynamics of particles and of rigid bodies in plane
motion, including impulse and momentum (linear and angular) and energy
formulations; impact.
Vibrations: Free and forced vibration of single degree of freedom systems; effect of
damping; vibration isolation; resonance, critical speeds of shafts.
Design: Design for static and dynamic loading; failure theories; fatigue strength and
the S-N diagram; principles of the design of machine elements such as bolted,
riveted and welded joints, shafts, spur gears, rolling and sliding contact bearings,
brakes and clutches.
FLUID MECHANICS AND THERMAL SCIENCES
Metal Casting: Design of patterns, moulds and cores; solidification and cooling; riser
and gating design, design considerations.
Forming: Plastic deformation and yield criteria; fundamentals of hot and cold working
processes; load estimation for bulk (forging, rolling, extrusion, drawing) and sheet
(shearing, deep drawing, bending) metal forming processes; principles of powder
metallurgy.
Machining and Machine Tool Operations: Mechanics of machining, single and multi-
point cutting tools, tool geometry and materials, tool life and wear; economics of
machining; principles of non-traditional machining processes; principles of work
holding, principles of design of jigs and fixtures
Metrology and Inspection: Limits, fits and tolerances; linear and angular
measurements; comparators; gauge design; interferometry; form and finish
measurement; alignment and testing methods; tolerance analysis in manufacturing
and assembly.