Q. No.

ME - 301 /
117 B. Tech./Odd
2017-18/Reg
2017-18

SOLID MECHANICS

ME - 301

Full Marks : 70 Time : Three Hours

A ll are o f equal marks.

Section - A

, Answer all questions.

1. (i) The bulk modulus of a material having E=200GPa and

G —80GPa is

(a) 233.3 GPa

( D) 133.3 GPa

(c) 250 GPa

(d) 160 GPa

(ii) In case o f biaxial stresses, the maximum value of shear

stress is

(a) difference of normal stresses

(b) half the difference of normal stresses

(c) sum of normal stresses

(d) half o f sum o f normal stresses

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(iii) In a transversely loaded beam, the maximum tensile (vi) Ratio o f m aximum to average shear stress in a
stress in a rectangular section is at the rectangular section is
(a) top edge
(a) 1.2
(b) bottom edge
(b) 1.5
(c) neutral axis
(c) 2
(d) none of the above
(d) 2.5 '
(iv) Modulus o f toughness is the area of the stress-strain
diagram upto (vii) Ratio o f maximum deflection o f a simply supported
beam to cantilever beam with a uniformly distributed
(a) Rupture point
load ‘w ’ and length ‘L’ is
(b) Yield point
(a) 2
(c) Proportionality Limit
(b) 5/48
(d) None of these
(c) 48/5
(v) Maximum bending moment in a simply-supported
(d) 1/3
beam o f length ‘L’ canying a uniformly distributed load
‘w’ is (viii) The ratio o f strength o f a hollow shaft to that o f a
solid shaft subjected to torsion if both are of the same
material and o f the same outer diameters, the inner
diameter o f hollow shaft being half o f the outer
diameter is

(a) 15/16

(b) 16/15

(c) 7/8

(d) 8/7

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(ix) A continuous beam has 3. A 8-m long cantilever beam carries two point loads, 5 kN
at the free end and 10 kN at a distance o f 2 m from the
(a) one support
free end. Determine the deflection curve using non­
(b) two supports negativity functions. Also, determ ine the deflection
beneath the point loads. Given that E = 200 GPa and
(c) more than two supports
I = 10 10 mm 4 .
(d) very long span
4. A plane element in a body is subjected to a normal stress
(x) The buckling load o f a column for a given material in the x-direction o f 82.74 MPa, as well as a shearing
depends upon stress o f 27.58 MPa.

(a) Poisson’s ratio and slenderness ratio (i) Determine the normal and shearing stress intensities on a
plane inclined at an angle o f 30° to the normal stress.
(b) Poisson’s ratio and modulus o f elasticity
(ii) Determine the maximum and minimum values o f normal
(c) Slenderness ratio and cross sectional area and shear stresses that may exist on inclined planes and
(d) Slenderness ratio and modulus of elasticity directions o f these stresses.

5. (i) State and proof Castigliano’s theorem.

Section - B
(ii) A structure is in the form o f one quadrant at a thin
Answer any three questions. circular ring of radius R. One end is clamped and other
end is loaded by a vertical force ‘P’ (see Fig. 1).
2. (i) Derive the relation 2G (l+u) = 3 /f(l-2 v ) = ———7 . Determine the vertical and horizontal displacement of
G+37C the free-end under the point of application of the force
Notations have their usual meaning. ‘P’. Consider only strain energy in bending.
(ii) A tubular strut hinged at both ends has outer and inner 6. (i) Define shear centre and explain it with a suitable
diameters as 160 mm and 120 mm, respectively. example.
Determine the crippling load, which gives the same
value Euler’s and Rankine’s formulae. Also determine (ii) Derive the shear stress distribution o f an I-section
the length of the strut for which it is possible. Consider beam o f subjected a shear force o f 15 kN as shown
E = 80 GPa and Yield Stress = 550MPa, a = 1/1600. in Fig. 2 (all dim ensions are in mm). Plot the
distribution and calculate the maximum, minimum and
average shearing stresses and their locations.

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Fig. 1: A quarter circular ring. Fig. 2: An I-section beam.

9. The solid line shaft shown in Fig. 5 is made of steel, has
Section - C diameter d = 40 mm and runs at 525 rpm. It is supported
in bearings so placed that bending o f the shaft will be
Answer any three questions.
negligible. A driving belt feeds 50 hp to the left hand
7. A simply supported beam o f length 4 m, carries the pulley while 30 hp and 20 hp, respectively, are taken off
uniformly distributed load and a point load as shown in by belts overrunning the middle and right hand pulleys.
Fig.3. Draw the S.F and B.M. diagram for the beam. Also Compute the maximum shear stress r induced in the shaft
calculate the maximum bending moment and the total angle o f twist (p, Assume G = 106 kg/cm 2 .
Prove the formula used.

50 HP

8. A railroad tie (Fig. 4) is 2.4 m long and has a

0.30 mx0.25 m rectangular cross section with the 0.30 m Fig-5
faces horizontal. The maximum loads transmitted to the tie
by the rails are P = 250 kN each, and the ballast is
10. A steel shaft supporting in bearings A and B at its ends
assumed to exert a uniformly distributed reactive load on
carries a pulley 0.60 m diameter at C as shown in Fig.6.
the bottom of Hie tie. Calculate the maximum bending stress
Power is applied by a torque T at A and taken off through
in the tie if L = 1.425 m and a = 0.4875 m.

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a belt overrunning the pulley, the tensions in the two
branches o f the belt being 1250 N on the taut side and
250 N on the slack side. Find the required diameter d
for the shaft if the working stresses are crw = 85 MPa and
r w - 42.5 MPa.

11. A circular shaft 100 mm diameter is subjected to combine

bending and twisting moments, the bending moment being
3 times the twisting moment. If the direct tension yield
point o f the material is 360 MPa and the factor of safety
on yield is to be 4, calculate the allowable twisting moment
by the following theories o f elastic failure,

(a) maximum principal stress,

(b) maximum shearing stress,

(c) maximum shear strain energy.

State these Theories of failure.

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THEORY OF MACHINES - 1

ME - 302

Full Marks : 70 Time : Three Hours

The figures in the margin indicate fu ll marks.

Answer any two questions from Group - A

and three questions from Group - B.

Group - A

1. (a) What is a quick return mechanism ? Explain it with a

suitable diagram.

(b) What is a kinematic pair ? What is the difference

between a higher and a lower pair ?

(c) State Grashof’s law. Describe different inversions o f

four bar chain with necessary neat sketches.
5+4+5=14

2. (a) What is Coriolis’s component o f acceleration o f link

mechanism ? — Derive the expression for the same.

(b) In the steam engine mechanism shown in Fig.l, the

crank AB rotates at 200 rpm. Find the velocities and
accelerations o f C, D, E, F, and P. The dimensions
o f the various links are: AB=12 cm, BC=48 cm,
CD=18 cm, DE=36 cm, EF=12 cm, and FP=36 cm.

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Fig.2
4+10=14
5+9=14
3. (a) What is a gear tra in ? With the help o f a sketch
describe epicyclic gear train and point out its difference 4. Answer the following questions :
in operation from other gear trains.
(a) With neat sketch, describe Whitworth quick return
(b) Fig. 2 shows an epicyclic gear train. Pinion A has 15 mechanism. Why it is an inversion o f slider crank
teeth and is rigidly fixed to the motor shaft. The mechanism ?
wheel B has 20 teeth and gears with A, and also with
(b) In a simple engine mechanism derive the expression for
annular fixed, wheel D. Pinion C has 15 teeth and is
angular acceleration of the connecting rod.
integral with B (C and B being a compound gear
wheel). Gear C meshes with annular wheel E, which (c) Describe the operation o f the speed gear o f an
is keyed to machine shaft. The arm rotates about the automobile with a neat sketch. 14
same shaft on which A is fixed and carries compound
wheel B and C. If the motor runs at 1000 rpm, find Group - B
the speed o f the machine shaft. Find the torque 5. (a) What are primary and secondary inertia forces ?
exerted on the machine shaft if the motor develops a Secondary inertia force is a direct consequence of the
torque o f 100 Nm. finiteness of the connecting rod length — explain.

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(b) A petrol engine 11.25 cm diameter by 13.5 cm stroke
has a connecting rod 28.5 cm long. The piston weight parts are equivalent to a mass of 40 kg at a radius of
is 1 kg. The speed is 2000 rpm. On the explosion gyration o f 1.8 m. Determine the coefficient of
stroke with the crank at 20 degree from the top dead fluctuation of speed when the engine runs at 1500 rpm.
centre, the gas pressure is 700 kN/m 2 . Find 5+9=14

(i) the resultant load on the gudgeon pin 8. (a) Express fluctuation of energy in a fly wheel in terms
of co-efficient of fluctuation of speed, mean speed and
(ii) the speed above which the other things remaining MOI of the flywheel.
the same, the gudgeon pin load would be reversed
(b) A machine shaft running at a mean speed o f 250 rpm
in direction. 4+10=14
require a torque which increases uniformly from
6. (a) What are gas torque and inertia torque ? How are they 700 Nm to 2800 Nm during the first half revolution,
linked to turning moment ? remains constant for the following one revolution. It
then decreases uniformly to 700 Nm during the next
(b) For a horizontal reciprocating engine reciprocating
half revolution and remains constant for one revolution,
mass = 125 kg, connecting rod mass = 100 kg, length
the cycle being then repeated.
o f stroke = 20 cm, length o f connecting rod between
centres = 40 cm with location o f its CG at 16 cm If the driving torque applied to the shaft is constant
from big end, its radius of gyration about CG = 12 cm and flywheel has a mass of 450 kg and a radius o f
and engine speed = 750 rpm. Find the inertia torque gyration 60 cm, find
on the crankshaft when crank angle is 30 degree from
TDC. 4+10=14 ® The power necessary to drive the machine,

(ii) Percentage fluctuation of speed.

7. (a) What is a turning moment diagram ? With the help of
a turning moment diagram explain the function o f a 5+9=14
flywheel o f a four stroke IC engine.
9. (a) With neat sketch derive the following expression of
(b) The turning moment diagram for a petrol engine is height o f a Porter governor.
drawn to the following scale : turning moment, 1 cm
= 6000 Nm; crank angle, 1cm = 30 degrees. The 895 r 2m g+ (M g+
turning moment diagram repeats itself at every half N2 I 2mg >m
revolution of the engine and the areas above and below
the mean turning moment line, taken in order are +2.95, and why Porter governor is much more sensitive than
- 6.85, +0.4, -3.4, +9.6 and -2.7 sq cm. The rotating that o f Watt governor ?

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(b) The arms o f a Porter governor are 30 cm long. The
upper arms are pivoted on the axis of rotation while
the lower arms are attached to the sleeve at an offset
of 4 cm from the axis. If ball mass is 10 kg and sleeve
mass is 70 kg determine the equilibrium speed at the
lowest position o f the sleeve when the governor-radius
is 20 cm. If, now, friction at the sleeve equivalent to
25 N is assumed, what will be the speed range of the
governor for a lift o f the sleeve o f 6 cm ? 5+9=14

10. Answer any three of the following : 14

(a) What is piston effort ? Drive expression o f Turning

moment in term of piston effort

(b) What is the function o f a mechanical governor ? Though

both the flywheel and the governor control speed
fluctuation, their operations are different — explain.

(c) What do you mean by sensitiveness and hunting o f a

governor ?

(d) Explain the governor effort and power.

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ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS

ME - 303

Full Marks : 70 Time : Three Hours

The figures in the margin indicate fu ll marks.

Group - A

Answer any two questions.

Assume any suitable data if required.

1 (a) V.Tiat do mean by “Thermodynamic Equilibrium”,

explain in detail.

(b) Give the statement o f “Zeroth law of Thermodynamics”.

(c) How can a closed system and its surroundings

interact ? What is the effect o f such interactions on the
system ? Show with a sketch convention +ve and
-ve work and heat interaction. 3+3+(2+2+2)= 12

2. (a) Give the statement o f 1st law o f thermodynamics

applied for a closed system taken through a cycle.

(b) Define internal energy o f a system from 1st law o f

thermodynamics and give the expression o f non-flow
energy equation. Prove that change o f internal energy
o f a system is point function by considering a change
of state and its return to the original state by a different
path.
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(c) The rate of heat transfer to the surroundings from a (b) Draw the phase equilibrium diagram on Pressure-
person at rest is about 400 kJ/hour. Suppose that the Volume, and Pressure-Temperature coordinates for a
ventilation system fails in an auditorium containing 1200 substance which expands in volume on melting at a
person, how much the internal energy of the auditorium temperature variation between (-) 50°C and 150°C.
increases during first 20 minutes after the ventilation
system fails ? (c) What is binary vapour cycle ? With necessary diagram
explain tire working principle of mercury-steam binary
(d) A tank containing a fluid is stirred by a suitable cycle. 5+3+4=12
arrangement. The work input is 5090 kJ. The heat
transfer from the tank is 1500 kJ. Considering the tank 5. (a) When is reheating o f steam recommended in a steam
and the fluid as a single system determine the change power plant ? Draw the Rankine cycle with reheat on
in internal energy. 2+( 1+1 +3 )+3+2= 12 Temperature-Entropy plane and derive the expressions
o f turbine work, pump work, heat addition, heat
3. (a) G ive “ P la n k ’s statem e n t o f second law o f rejection, and cycle efficiency in terms of enthalpy only.
thermodynamics” and derive “Clausius statement” in the What is the optimum reheat pressure for achieving
context of the former. maximum cycle efficiency ?
(b) State Carnot’s theorem and prove it in the light of the (b) A steam power plant operates on an ideal reheat
second law of thermodynamics. Rankine cycle between the pressure limits o f 9 MPa
(c) A Carnot Engine absorbs 1000 kJ energy' as heat from and 10 kPa. The mass flow rate of steam through the
a reservoir at 500 K. and rejects energy to a sink at cycle is 25 kg/s. Steam enters both stages o f the
300 K. Determine the efficient o f the engine and the turbine at 500°C. If the moisture content o f the steam
energy rejected to the sink. (2+3)+(2+3)+2=12 exiting the low-pressure turbine should not to exceed
10%, determine:

Group - B (i) the reheat pressure,

Answer Q. 4 (compulsory') and any one question from the rest. (ii) total rate o f heat input in the boiler,
(iii) net work output, and
Use Steam Table and Mollier Diagram to find out steam
properties. Assume suitable data if necessary. (iv) the thermal efficiency of the cycle. 6+6=12

4. (a) Draw the Carnot cycle and Rankine cycle o f steam 6. (a) Draw the flow diagram, temperature-entropy diagram
on te m p eratu re-en tro p y plane and derive the o f regenerative Rankine cycle for superheated steam
expression of cycle efficiencies in terms of temperatures with single open-type feed water heater. Determine the
only. Also compare the two cycles.
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mass flow rate of the extracted steam, work done at o f the cycle is 6. Calculate the power developed o f
turbine and pumps, heat addition and rejection, and the cycle, and the exhaust gas temperature if the
plant efficiency. maximum temperature is limited to 1000 K.
3+4+4=11
(b) An ideal regenerative cycle operates with steam
supplied at 30 bar, 400°C and a condenser pressure 9. (a) D efine heat pump and refrigerator. Derive the
of 0.1 bar. For the cycle find the cycle efficiency. Also, expression o f COP for the both.
calculate the amount o f steam extracted and quality of
(b) Briefly discuss the air refrigeration system working on
steam at condenser inlet, if the point o f extraction is
reversed Brayton cycle and derive an expression for
at 5 bar pressure. Consider open type o f feed water
C.O.P.
heater. 6+6=12
(c) In a refrigeration plant working on Bell Coleman cycle,
Group - C
air is compressed to 6 bar. Initial condition o f air
Answer any two questions. before com pression is 1 bar and 10°C. A fter
compression air cooled upto 20°C in a cooler before
7. (a) D efine air standard efficiency and explain its expanding back to pressure o f 1 bar. Determine; the
importance.
theoretical COP of the plant and Net refrigerating
(b) Derive an expression o f air standard efficiency for effect. 3+4+4=11
diesel cycle.

(c) The stroke and cylinder diameter of a diesel cycle are

175 mm and 150 mm respectively. If the clearance
volume is 0.00035 m 3 and fuel injection takes place
for 6 per cent o f the stroke, determine the air standard
efficiency o f the engine. 3+4+4=11

8. (a) Explain briefly Brayton cycle and derive the expression

for its air standard efficiency.

(b) In Brayton cycle prove that the pressure ratio for

maximum work is a function of the limiting temperature
ratio.

(c) Air enters the compressor o f a gas turbine operating

on Brayton cycle at 1 bar, 27°C. The pressure ratio
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FLUID MECHANICS - 1

ME - 304

Full Marks : 70 Time : Three Hours

The figures in the margin indicate fu ll marks.

Group - A

Answer Question No. 1 and any one from the rest

1. (a) In equilibrium condition, derive the pressure difference

due to surface tension for a curved liquid interface.
2/2

(b) A spherical soap bubble of diameter d x coalesces with

another bubble of diameter d2 to form a single bubble
o f diameter J 3 containing die same amount o f air.
Assuming the isothermal process, derive an expression
for d3 as a function of d { , d^ the ambient pressure P o
and the surface tension of soap solution in air. 2/s

(c) A conical pointed shaft turns in a conical bearing (see

Fig-Qlc). The gap between shaft and bearing is filled
with heavy oil having the viscosity o f SAE 30 at 30°C
(p = 2xlO “ 1 Ar -5 /m 2 j. O b tain th e a lg eb raic

expression for the shear stress that acts on the surface

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o f the conical shaft. Calculate the viscous torque that
acts on the shaft. 3/2

(d) What is apparent viscosity? Define pseudoplastic fluid

and dilatant. 1!6

a = 0.25 mm

Fig-Qlc

2. (a) The velocity components for a steady flow are given

3 2
as u = 0, v = - y - 4z, w = 3 y z . Determine :

© Whether the flow field is in one, two or three

dimensional,
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(ii) W h eth er the flo w is in c o m p re ssib le or
compressible, and

(iii) The stream function for the flow 6

(b) A ir at standard con d itio ns (absolute pressure

101.3 kPa and temperature 15°C : Pair = 1-225 k g/m 3 ,

Pair = 1.781 xlO - 5 Pa.s) enters a compressor at 75m/

s and leaves at an absolute pressure and temperature
o f 200 kPa and 345 K, respectively, and speed
K=125 m/s. The flow rate is 1 kg/s. The cooling water
circulating around the compressor casing removes heat
at a rate o f 18 kJ/kg o f air. Determine the power
required by the compressor. (Solve by application of
Reynolds Transport Theorem O nly) (Given: Cp of air
1.005 kJ/(kg-K) ). 6

3. (a) The velocity field in a fluid medium is given by

V = 3xy 2 i + 2xyj + (2zy + 3 t)k , Find the magnitudes
and directions o f (i) translation vector (ii) rotational
vector and (iii) the vorticity o f fluid element at (1,2,1)
and at time t = 3. 6

(b) A square shaped fluid element is moving in flow fields

with the following different conditions: i) u = x, v = - y ,
ii) u = y, v = x and iii) w = - y , v - x . Discuss and
draw the change in shape of the fluid element for each
o f the cases mentioned above with mathematical
reason. 6

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Group - B

Answer any two questions.

4. (a) Derive the Euler’s equation in streamline coordinate

system along stream wise direction with z-axis directed
vertically upward. 5

(b) Deduce the Bernoulli equation from the previously

obtained E uler’s equation after considering the
necessary assumptions. 3

(c) Air flows into the narrow gap o f height, h between

closely spaced parallel disks through a porous surface
as shown in Fig-Q4c. If K (r) = v0 r/(2A ) is uniform
velocity in the r direction at position r, find an
expression for the velocity component in the z direction

Fig-Q4c

5. (a) Derive the expression for actual discharge Q flowing

through an open channel when m easured by a
V-notch; height o f water flowing above the crest o f
the V-notch = H, velocity o f approach = Va and
coefficient of discharge = Cd . 3
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(b) Explain the working principle o f venturimeter with a
neat sketch and establish an expression o f actual
discharge (Q) through it. 4

(c) A horizontal venturimeter, with inlet and throat

diameters 300 mm and 100 mm, respectively is used
to measure the flow of oil o f specific gravity 0.88. The
pressure intensity at inlet is 130kN /m 2 while the
vacuum pressure head at the throat is 350 mm o f Hg.
Assuming Cd = 0.92 find, actual discharge ( 0 . 5

6. (a) A cylindrical gate has diameter o f 3 m and length of

6 m as shown in Fig-Q6a. Find the (i) Magnitude
(ii) Point o f application and (iii) direction o f the
resultant force on the gate. Also find out the minimum
weight o f the gate so that it will not float away from
the floor. 3+3+3+1

(b) Write down the conditions for stable equilibrium,

unstable equilibrium and neutral equilibrium o f
unconstrained vessels in fluid in terms o f metacentric
height 2

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Group - C

Answer any two questions.

7. (a) What do you mean by fundamental unitsandderived

units? Give examples. 2

(b) State Buckingham Pi Theorem. 3

(c) What are the repeating variables? How are these

selected by dimensional analysis ? 3

(d) Define the following dimensionlessnumbers and state

their significance for fluid flow problems. 4

(i) Reynolds Number

(ji) Froude Number

(iii) Mach Number.

8. (a) What is meant by Critical Reynolds Number ? 2

(b) What is meant by Hydraulic Mean Depth? 2

(c) What are the assumptions considered in deriving the

Darcy Weisbach Equation ? 2

(d) For a steady laminar flow through a circular pipe,

prove that the velocity distribution across the section is
parabolic and average velocity is half o f the maximum
local velocity. 6

9. (a) For a steady, fully developed laminar flow through a

duct, the pressure drop per unit length o f the duct
Ap/1 is constant in the direction o f flow and depends
on the average flow velocity V, the hydraulic diameter
 of the duct D h , the density p, the viscosity p o f the
fluid, using Buckingham Pi theorem find a relation
among the variables. 6

(b) A smooth pipe of 80 mm diameter and 1000 m long

is carrying water at the rate of 8 litres/sec. If kinematic
viscosity o f water is 1.5 x 10- 6 m 2/s and value of
coefficient o f friction f is given by the relation
f = 0.0791 /(R e ) 0,2 5 w here Re is R eynolds No.
Calculate

(i) Reynolds Number

, Qi) Loss o f head

(iii) Wall Shear stress. 6

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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

ME - 331

Full Marks : 70 Time : Three Hours

The figures in the margin indicate fu ll marks.

Assume any data, suitably, if necessary.

Notations have their usual meanings unless stated otherwise.

Answer any five questions taking at least two from each half.

First Half

1. (a) Consider a control volume subjected to fluid pressure,

static and dynamic forces, heat as well as work
transfer. Through the multiple inlet and outlet ports fluid
flow obeys the continuity principle in mechanics inside
the control volume. With reference to such control
volume, write down the mathematical expressions for
m om entum conservation principle, first law o f
thermodynamics, second law o f thermodynamics, and
entropy generation. Explain the existence of each term
in each equation. 1+2+2+2

(b) Define entropy. A mass o f m kg of a liquid o f specific

heat c at a temperature 7^ is mixed with an equal mass
o f the same liquid at temperature T2 . The system is
thermally insulated. Show that the entropy change of

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temperature T2 . Both the bodies are at temperature 1\
the universe is given by 2/wcln Argue that to start with. Show that for this operation the minimum
work required by the heat pump for a batch o f fluid
the entropy change o f the universe is a non-negative with heat capacity c is provided by
quantity. 1+5+1

2. (a) First assum e, if possible, that heat is an exact W = c -^ - + ^ 2 -2 7 ; 1+1+5

differential. Choose a suitable functional form o f k 22
P - V - T surface and perform an analysis to conclude
4. (a) Derive an expression for air standard thermal efficiency
that heat cannot be an exact differential and hence a
of a Diesel cycle. 7
path function. 7
(b) Obtain an expression for mean effective pressure for
(b) First assum e, if possible, that work is an exact
air standard Diesel cycle. 7
differential. Choose a suitable functional form o f P -
V —T surface and perform an analysis to conclude that Second Half
work cannot be an exact differential and hence a path
Assume any suitable data, if required.
function. 7
Answer in short and to the point in your own language.
3. (a) Define heat reservoir. With reference to heat transfer
interactions define the efficiency o f a heat engine. A Symbols used in the answer script should be defined properly.
heat engine works with a limited capacity source and
sink representative of a batch o f fluid with mass m and 5. (a) Define the following terminologies :
heat capacity c. The temperatures o f the source and 0) Margin of safety;
sink are T\ and T2 to start with. Prove that the
maximum work (W) that can be extracted from such (ii) Factor of safety.

arrangement is given by W = ) . (b) List the important considerations which help the
designer to decide the numerical value o f factor o f
1+1+5 safety. Discuss in short.
(b) With reference to heat transfer interactions alone define (c) An air receiver consisting o f a hollow straight
the coefficient o f performances o f a heat pump, and cy lin d rical p o rtio n clo sed at b o th ends w ith
refrigerator. A refrigerator operating between two hemispherical end closure. The air receiver is made of
identical bodies cools one o f the bodies at a plain carbon steel 10C4. The length and internal

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diameter o f the above-mentioned straight cylindrical (c) fi) What do you understand from the term “Thin
portion are 1000 mm and 500 mm respectively. The cylinder”? Explain with suitable example.
wall thickness o f the air receiver is 12 mm. The air
receiver will be used to store air at a pressure o f fii) Write the assumptions used for the design o f thin
cylinder as pressure vessel.
5 MPa.
The ultimate tensile strength o f steel 10C4 may be fiii) Discuss the above assumptions Q.6c(ii) on thin
assum ed as 340 M Pa. A ssum e that the 12 mm cylinder from the point o f view o f design and
thickness o f wall o f the air receiver includes a analysis o f thin cylinder as pressure vessel.
corrosion allowance o f 3.5 mm for prevention of failure
11/ 2+51/ 2+(l ki+2+3 !/2)=l 4
from corrosion. A lso assum e that the outside
atmospheric pressure is negligible. Neglect the effect 7. (a) Derive an expression for the diameter J o f a solid
o f welding. circular shaft subjected to axial torsion+ T and bending
moment M on the basis o f maximum shear stress
Determine the following :
theory o f failure. Assume that symbol [T ] denotes
(i) Internal volume o f air receiver; allowable shear stress for the material o f the shaft.
fii) Factor o f safety with respect to ultimate tensile (b) A line shaft rotating at 200 rpm is to transmit 20 kW.
strength. 2+4+8=14 The shaft may be assumed to be made o f mild steel
6. (a) W hat do you understand from the term “Thick with an allowable shear stress o f 40 MPa. Determine
cylinder” ? Explain with suitable example. the diameter o f the shaft, neglecting the bending
moment on the shaft.
(b) A seamless steel pipe o f 100 mm internal diameter is
subjected to internal pressure o f 12 MPa. It is made (c) A solid circular shaft o f diameter 50 mm is to be
o f steel whose yield strength and Poisson’s ratio may connected to a pulley with a rectangular key to
be assum ed as 230 M Pa and 0.27 respectively. transmit an axial torque o f 475 N-m to the pulley. The
Assume a factor o f safety o f 2.5 and determine the key is to be made from commercial steel for which
thickness o f the wall o f the pipe. Use maximum shear yield strength may be assumed as 230 MPa. The
stress theory o f failure and maximum strain theory of standard cross-section o f rectangular key for 50 mm
failure. Compare the results obtained from two theories diameter solid circular shaft is 1 6 m m x 10 mm.
and give your comment on the results. Suitable formulae Assume a factor o f safety o f 3. Find the effective length
necessary for design calculations may be assumed. o f the rectangular key. 4+4+6=14

P.T.O.
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8. Write short notes on (any four) : 4><3^=14

(i) Lame’s line;

(ii) Compounding of cylinders;

(iii) Crowning o f pulley;

(iv) Maximum shear stress theory of failure;

(v) Advantages of belt drive.

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2017-18

PRODUCTION ENGINEERING II

ME 501

Full Marks : 70 Time : 3 hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.
FIRST HALF
Attempt Q. No. 1 and any two from the rest.
Notations carry their usual meanings

1. (a) Describe the mechanism of chip formation and explain

Piispanen’s model of card analogy in this respect.
(6) How does a BUE form ? In your opinion, how the
recrystallization temperature of workpiece material may
effect the formation of BUE ?
(c) In an orthogonal metal cutting, prove that: Shear
strain, E6 =cot/J + tan(/5-y) 6 + 2 + 5 = 13
2. (a) What is Merchant’s second solution ?

(6) Express F and N in terms of P z and P and prove these

relations with the help of Merchant’s circle diagram.

(c) During an orthogonal cutting operation, the following

data have been recorded: a r = 0.127mm, a 2 = 0.228 mm, h =
6.35 mm, Vc = 120 m/min, y = 10°, P z = 56.7 kgf and P xy =
22.7 kgf. Find kinematic coefficient of friction at rake face
and the exact power consumed in ma chining.
1 + 5 + 5 = 11
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3. (a) What are the various types of tool failure ? Explain SECOND HALF
them with neat sketches.
Answer Q. No. 6 and any three from the rest.
(b) Describe ‘diffusion wear* as tool wear mechanism.
Answer should be brief and to the point.
(c) To turn a mild steel component the power (specific
energy) requirement is 0.1 HP/cm3/min. The maximum Draw sketches as and when necessary.
J
power available a t the machine tool spindle is 5 HP. If the
cutting speed is 35 m/min and feed rate is 0.25 mm/rev, 6. (a) Define a deep hole.
determine the following:
(6) Name different operations which can be performed in
(a) maximum material removal rate, lathe.
(b) depth of cut, (c) Discuss the characteristic features of milling process.
(c) cutting force, and l+ 2 + 2 = 5

(d) cutting (normal) pressure on tool. 4 + 2 + 5 = 11 7. (a) Name three work holding devices generally used in
lathe. Also mention their specific application.
4. (a) What is “Taylor’s modified tool life equation” ? Explain
how the cutting parameters affect the tool life. (b) Discuss the functions of speed gear box in central lathe.
(b) Explain how ‘y ’ and ’ influence tool life. (c) With neat sketch, explain working principle of back
gear drive. 5 + 2 + 3 = 10
(c) Prove that for an ideal cutting condition, the CLA value
of surface roughness in a turning operation may be expressed 8. (a) Name the various methods available for taper turn ­
f ing in centre lathe. With a labelled sketch, explain the
as: Ra = —--------------- ~. 3 + 4 + 4 —11 tail stock offset method for turning a taper of 85mm
4(cot<p + cot (pa )
diameter to 75 mm diameter over a length of200 mm,
5. (a) Describe through-feed centreless grinding operation while the total length of the job is 300 mm in between
with a neat sketch. centres.
(b) What do you mean by the following with regard to a (b) A grey cast iron shaft is turned in a centre lathe in 1
grinding wheel ? min 20 secs with a single cut. The shaft is 100 mm
Grade, Structure long and 75 mm in diameter. If the recommended
cutting speed is 8m/min, calculate the used feed rate
(c) How is a grinding wheel specified ? Illustrate the for the case.
following specification of a grinding wheel:
D 0 7 -A -2 0 -H -V -2 7 D E L 4 + 5 + 2 = 11

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(c) How is a centre lathe specified ? 5 + 3 + 2 = 10

9. (a) Show with neat sketches, the constructional features
of a twist drill and label the important features. Also
discuss the importance of point angle, chisel edge and
lip.
(6) A hole of 25 mm diam eter and 35mm depth is to be
drilled in mild steel component. The cutting speed
can be taken as 35m/min and feed rate 0.20mm/rev.
Calculate the machining time and m aterial removal
rate. 6 + 4 = 10
10. (a) Distinguish between shaper and planer.
(6) Explain the operation of the quick return mechanism
in a mechanical shaper. Also whow the variation of
cutting speed and return speed with length of travel.
(c) Discuss the applications of a shaper in a machine shop.
2 + 6 + 2 = 10
11. (a) Draw a labelled diagram of horizontal knee and column­
type milling machine and also mark the possible motion
of components.
I-

(6) Distinguish between up milling and down milling.

(c) Calculate indexing requirement for 62 divisions.
4 + 3 + 3 = 10

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2017-18

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN AND

MANUFACTURING

ME 502

Full Marks : 70 Time : 3 hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.
Answer should be brief and to the point.
Assume suitable data, if necessary.

GROUP A
Answer any two questions.

1. (a) What do you mean by synthetic curve and analytic

curve. Briefly explain interpolation technique and ap­
proximate technique in respect of synthetic curve
construction.
(b) Explain with suitable example, geometry and topol­
ogy in connection with solid modeling.
(c) The starting and end points of a Hermite cubic spline
segmentg are (0,1) and (1,2) respectively. The tangent
vectors at the starting & end points are (0,1) and (0, -1),
respectively. Find the equation of the Hermite cubic
spline segment. 4 + 2 + 6 = 12

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2. (a) Find a param etric equation of cubic spline th a t s ta rts 5. (a) D efine fo u r D-H p aram eters for k inem atic m odeling ?
a t (1, 2), ends a t (8, 4) and p asses th ro u g h two points
(ft) Fig. 1 show s th e sketch of a robotic m a n ip u la to r :
(2, 4) and (6, 6). Use chord approxim ation technique.
(i) E sta b lish link co-ordinate system in th e robotic
(b) Find the param etric equation of a Bezier curve w ith
m an ip u lato r.
following four control points P o (2, 2, 0), P 1 (2, 3, 0), P 2
(3, 2, 0) and P 3 (3, 3, 0). 7 + 5 = 12 (ii) C o n stru ct th e lin k and jo in t p a ra m e te rs (D-H p a­
ra m e te rs) table.
3. (a) D erive th e com posite hom ogenous tra n sfo rm a tio n
m atrix for rotation of point (10, 8) ab o u t a point (3, 2). (iii) D eterm ine th e link tran sfo rm atio n m atrices.
Perform a n anti-clockwise ro ta tio n of 30° of the tria n ­ 4 + (2 + 4 + 2) = 12
gle A (l,l), B(2,3), C(5,2) about (-1,-1). Find th e new
co-ordinates of the vertex of th e above triangle.

(b) W rite down th e steps and corresponding basic hom o­

genous transform ation m atrix for finding the composite
homogenous transform ation m a trix for reflection of a
point about a line y=x+5. (3 + 4) + 5 = 12

GROUP B

Answer any two questions.

4. (a) S tate th e necessary and sufficient condition for m u lti­

variable u nconstrained optim ization problem.

(6) W rite down th e steps involved in N ew ton-R aphson 6. (a) M ention few nam es of pow der-based additive m a n u ­
m ethod for single-variable unconstrain ed optim ization factu rin g processes.
problem. Find th e m inim um v alu e of th e function:
(b) W rite down th e m ajor steps involved in a general ad­
13 1 3 ditive m an ufacturing process.
f(x ) = <1 -x ta n 1 u s in g N e w to n -
20 x 4(l + x 2 ) ’ (c) W ith sim ple sketch, describe th e basic process of th e
Raphson m ethod w ith th e s ta rtin g point x=0.2. Use stereolithography ap p aratu s (SLA).
G =0.001 for term ination. C arry o u t tw o iterations to
solve this optim ization problem . 4 + (2 + 6) = 12

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(cO M ention some major process parameters on w hich per­

form ance o f fused deposited m odeling (FDM ) depends.
2 + 2 + 6 + 2 = 12

GROUP C

Answer any two questions.

7. (a) W hat do you mean by num erical control ? H ow is it

related to machining ?

(b) Distinguish between CNC and DNC.

(c) Nam e different mode o f operation o f a CN C system.

(d) W hat do you mean by tool diam eter com pensation as

used in programming in CNC ? 3 + 3 + 2 + 3 =11

8. (a) W ith the help o f suitable sketches, explain the use o f

G01, G02 and G03 code.

(b) Explain generative approach as applied in com puter

assisted process planning. 5 + 6 = 11

9. (a) Explain the importance o f applying group technology

in organization.

(b) W hat do you mean by canned cycle ? W rite a block

line to show how to use stock rem oval cycle.

(c) E xplain the term ‘D esign F or M an u factu rin g and

Assembly* (DFMA). Enum erate the gu idelines to be
follow ed for implementation o f DFM A. 4 + 3 + 4 = 11

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2017-18

Thermal Engineering-II
ME503
Full Marks: 70 Time: Three Hours

Figures in the margin indicate full marks

FIRST HALF
Answer Question no. 1 and any three from the rest.

1. Discuss the relative advantages and disadvantages of internal

combustion engines. 2

2. a) Describe with a suitable sketch the working principle of a

four stroke cycle SI engine.
b) Discuss the differences between ideal and actual valve
timing diagrams of a 4 -S petrol engine.
c) Compare the relative advantages and disadvantages of four
stroke and two stroke cycle engines. 4 + 4 + 3 = 11

3. a) Discuss briefly the basic parameters by which performance

of an engine is evaluated.
b) Describe how the I.P. of a multi-cylinder engine is
measured?
c) A large diesel engine runs on four stroke cycle at 2000
rpm. The engine has a displacement of 25 liters and a brake
mean effective pressure of 0.6 MN/m2 . It consumes 0.018
kg/s of fuel (calorific value = 42000 kJ/kg). Determine the
brake power and brake thermal efficiency. 4 + 3+4=11

4. a) Discuss different factors which affect the frictional losses.

b) Define pour point and flash point, and discuss its
importance in selecting the lubricating oil for IC engine.
 c) How the lubricating oils are graded as per SAE? lower to higher range of the scale? Why are fuels of high
d) What are ‘Multi-grade oils’? What are their advantages? octane ratings unsuitable in C.I .engine and detonation in S.I.
3 + 3 + 2 + 3 = 11 engine more severe than knocking in C.I. engine? Which
engine does both normal and abnormal combustion by auto
5. a) Describe with a neat sketch the principle of working of a ignition and which one does not have any scope for ‘pre­
thermostatic controlled water cooling system. ignition’? , 2+2+2+2+2+2=12
b) Why overheating and overcooling of IC engine is harmful?
c) Compare the quantity of water required for 90 kW petrol 8. What functions are served by high air velocity in mixing
and diesel engines in which water is raised in temperature by chamber of a carburetor and what are the draw-backs in
27°C in passing through the jackets. In petrol engine the simple design of carburetor? What is minimum requirement
percentage of energy going to coolant is 32 percent and in of absolute pressure head in fuel discharge tip above fuel
diesel engine 28 percent. The efficiencies of petrol and diesel level in float chamber to start injection? Why does sudden
engines are 25 percent and 30 percent respectively. opening of throttle fail to accelerate the engine? Indicate
4 + 4 + 3 = 11 advantages with multi venture in carburetor. What is the
attachment in modem carburetor to enrich mixture at high
6. a) What are the different methods used to improve the throttle opening and why has it been misnomer?
thermal efficiency of an open cycle gas turbine power plant? 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 1 = 11
b) In an air standard regenerative gas turbine cycle the
pressure ratio is 6. Air enters the compressor at 1 bar, 27 °C 9. Indicate in brief four important functional requirements of
and leaves at 217 °C. The maximum temperature in the cycle fuel injection system. What is actuated to meter fuel in
is 727 °C. Calculate the cycle efficiency, given that the common rail system? How and when does effective stroke of
efficiency of the regenerator and the adiabatic efficiency of Jerk type injection pump increase? When does plungers of
the turbine are each 80%. Assume for air, the ratio of specific distributor type injection pump move radially inwards? How
heats is 1.4. Also, show the cycle on a T-s diagram. and when does nozzle valve of fuel injector move upward?
c) Explain the working of rocket propulsion. 3 + 4 + 4=11 What are the factors affecting distribution of fuel injected
from nozzle in combustion chamber of C.I. engine? Indicate
factors reducing size of injected fuel droplets coming out of
SECOND HALF fuel discharge nozzle. 2+1 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 3 + 2=12
Answer ant THREE Question
10. a). Fuel consumption rate per shaft power of a four cylinder
7. Distinguish between two undesirable operating phenomena four stroke compression ignition engine was 0.22kg/kW- hr
‘Crank case dilution’ and ‘exhaust gas dilution’ in S.I. while developing 180 kW at 2250 rpm. Injection was done
engine, also indicate requirements to overcome these either of during 18° crank rotation when cylinder pressure changes
fuel characteristics or of mixture strength. How does intensity from 40 bar to 60 bar with change in fuel discharge pressure
to resist knock alter with unit changes in octane rating from
 at orifice outlet 200 bar to 500 bar. Determine orifice
diameter of each of the nozzles considering one injector per
cylinder with coefficient of discharge of nozzle 0.7 and fuel
density 850kg/cubic metre.
b). Main metering system of a down draught carburettor with
fuel discharge orifice out-let at venturi throat was designed
for A/F:: 16:1 when float chamber was vented to atmosphere
at sea level(PatmOspheric = Ibar) and pressure at throat was
observed as 0.75 bar. An air filter was connected at air inlet
of mixing chamber to provide same air mass flowrate with
same coefficient of discharge and pressure drop from inlet to
throat was increased by 25 mm of mercury column.
Determine pressure at venture throat and A/F ratio at venture
outlet using this air filter. 6 + 5=11

11 i) Indicate limitations in mechanical ignition system.

ii) What condition must be reached by primary circuit of
ignition coil on completion of optimum dwell period?
iii) Indicate requirement of advancement/retardation of spark
timing with increase in engine speed and with reduction in
load.
iv) What are the fundamental functions of pulse generator in
transistorized coil ignition system?
v) Distinguish between continuous and timed injection
system with respect to a) injector location, b) overall timing
of injection and injection pressure.
vi) Indicate location, function and duration of operation of
cold start injector in M.P.F.I. system.
2+1+2+2+2+2=11
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HYDRAULIC MACHINES
ME - 504
Full Marks: 70 Time: Three Hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks

(Assume atmospheric and separation heads are equivalent to 10m and 2.5m of water respectively)

Part One

Answer question 1 and any two from the rest

1. (a) What is the primary objective of using more than one jet in a Pelton wheel installation?
(b) If the surface roughness factor of a Pelton wheel bucket is 90% and the deflection angle is
170°, what is the hydraulic efficiency?
(c) Why are the draft tube not used in a impulse turbine installation?
(d) In all modern reaction turbines, the velocity of whirl at exit is zero. What is the reason?
(e) A fast Francis runner has dimensional specific speed 200 and unit power of 16. What is its
unit speed?
1 x5 = 5
2. (a) Define Specific Speed and Shape Factor?
(b) Derive expression for the following unit quantities of a hydraulic turbine (i) Unit Speed (ii)
Unit Discharge (iii) Unit Torque (iv) Unit Power.
(c) A water turbine delivering 10MW power is to be tested with the help of a geometrically
similar 1:9 model, which runs at the same speed as the prototype. Find power developed by
the model assuming the efficiencies of the model and prototype are equal. Find also the ratio
of the heads and ratio of the mass flow rate between the prototype and the model. .
2+6+7=15
3. (a) Draw typical velocity triangles for fluid motion along a series of moving curve vanes, show
that the energy per unit weight of fluid transferred between the fluid and the rotor is given as
H = T-[(C I — C2) + —U2) — (w f — W2)] where the symbols having its own
^9
nomenclature.
(b) An inward flow reaction turbine has external and internal diameter as 1.08 m and 0.54 m. The
turbine is running at 200 rpm. The width of the turbine at inlet is 240 mm and velocity of flow
through the runner is constant and is equal to 2.16 m/s. The guide blades make an angle of
10° to the tangent of the wheel and discharge at the outlet of the turbine is radial. Determine
(i) absolute velocity of the water at the inlet of the runner (ii) the velocity of whirl at the inlet'
(iii)the runner blade angle (iv) width of the runner at outlet.
7+8=15
4. (a) Derive the equation of theoretical power developed by a Pelton turbine and its hydraulic
efficiency.
(b) Derive an expression for the safe setting height of a reaction turbine and efficiency of a
straight conical draft tube.
8+7=15
 Part Two
Answer for any three questions
(2 marks reserved for overall impression)

1. (a)
What is a positive displacement pump? Draw at least two characteristic curves explaining the
performance of these pumps.
(b) For a single acting reciprocating pump following data have been supplied: plunger diameter
75mm, stroke 150mm, suction head 3m, delivery head 12m, suction pipe length 5m, delivery
pipe length 15m, suction pipe diameter 30mm, delivery pipe diameter 25mm. Assuming SHM
of the plunger find the maximum safe speed of operation.
4+7=11
2. (a) What is an air vessel? While fitting it on the suction and delivery pipes of a reciprocating
pump explain at least two of its advantages in each of the cases.
(b) A 100mm diameter suction pipe of a double acting reciprocating pump having 200mm bore
and 400mm stroke is fitted with a large air vessel. The pump runs at 120rpm and the piston
assumes SHM. Calculate the rate of flow from or into the air vessel when the crank makes
angles of 300, 900 and 1200 with IDC. At what crank angles will there be no flow?
4+7=11
3. (a) What is a rotodynamic pump? Operation of a multi-stage centrifugal pump is equivalent to
that of the same number of single-stage centrifugal pumps connected in series - explain.
(b) A centrifugal pump discharges 12000 litres of water per minute developing a head of 30m
while running at 1450rpm. If the manometric efficiency is 0.75 and loss of head is 0.7m due
to absolute velocity of water at outlet find the velocity of flow and the blade angle at outlet.
The diameter of the impeller is 400mm.
4+7=11
4. (a) Applying angular momentum relationship for water passing through the impeller of the
centrifugal pump develop the expression for Euler's head.
(b) The internal and external diameters of the impeller of a centrifugal pump are 200mm and
’ 600mm respectively. The vane tip angles of the impeller at inlet and outlet are 200 and 100
respectively. The widths at inlet and outlet are 50mm and 20mm. If the pump runs at
1800rpm, neglecting all losses, determine:
(i) discharge assuming radial entry,
(ii) angle at which water leaves the impeller,
(iii) theoretical head developed bu the pump,
(iv) power of the pump and
(v) pressure head rise through the impeller.
4+7=11
5. Answer any three:
(a) For a single acting reciprocating pump prove that the ratio of maximum to mean discharge
is n.
(b) Find out the percent of power saved in overcoming friction in delivery pipe of a double
acting reciprocating pump by way of fitting a large air vessel close to the cylinder.
(c) With a neat sketch explain the operation of a gear pump.
(d) What is shut off condition? Explain specific speed of a centrifugal pump and its utility.
(e) Derive fundamental equation for a centrifugal pump.
(f) Why is priming needed? What are NPSH and Thoma's cavitation index/factor.
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2017-18

MACHINE DESIGN III

ME 701

Full Marks : 70 Time : 3 hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.
Assume additional data if required.
Provide neat sketches wherever necessary.
GROUP A
Answer any two questions.

1. (a) A pair of precision cut forged steel helical gears has

20°-full depth involute teeth with 20° angle of helix.
The pinion and gear has 17 teeth and 68 teeth respec­
tively with 3mm module and 30mm face width. The
material for the pinion has an allowable static bend­
ing stress of 145MPa and that for gear is 75MPa. Find
the maximum power (kW) that the gear pair can trans­
mit under the condition of static bending strength, if
the pinion runs at 600rpm.

(d) What will be the locus of the contact point in the above
gear pair if the angle of helix is changed to 0°.

(c) In a Miter gear, module is not same on two ends of the

face. Which module is taken as standard and why?
6 + 2 + 4 = 12

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2. (a) What is the significance of back cone radius in straight (i) Required kW rating of the electric motor driving
bevel gear? -Explain briefly. the worm.

(b) A pair of straight tooth bevel gears transm its 7.5 kW (ii) Radial and axial forces acting on the worm.
at 960 rpm of the pinion under medium shocks (service
factor=1.5). The gear shafts make an angle of 90° with (b) List the changes th at you observe in the operation
each other. The wheels have teeth of 3.5mm module of a worm gear pair if the thread form of the worm
with 20° full depth involute profile and a face width of is altered'from LH helix to RH helix.
28mm. Some of the dimensions of the bevel drive are 4 + 4 + 3 = 11
fisted below:
GROUP B
Item Pinion (mm) Gear (mm)
Answer any two questions.
Small end pitch
cone diameter 49.4 197.7
Large end pitch 4. A vehicle spring has semi-elliptical laminated construction
cone diameter 63 252 with the eye centres 110mm apart. The spring has 2 full
length leaves and 8 graduated leaves held together by a
Back cone radius 32.5 520 80mm wide central band. If the spring has to sustain a
Axial width 27 7 load of 9.5kN, then design the spring assuming width to
thickness ratio as 6 for each leave. Allowable flexural stress
Assuming the wheels as solid truncated cones of steel for the material of the above spring is 540MPa. Take E=2
having elastic modulus of 200HPa and density of xlO 5 MPa. 11
7.8gm/cc, estimate the dynamic load on the tooth us­
ing the Buckingham’s method. The pitch error in each 5. A square section forged steel bar in the form of a hook is
wheel may be taken as 20 microns. 3 + 8 = 11 used for carrying load suspended from it. The inner and
outer radii of curvature of the hook are 30mm and 80mm
3. (a) A worm gearbox consists of single enveloping 63 teeth respectively and the load acts through the centre of curva­
worm gear of 4mm module engaging with a triple start ture. Find the maximum load that can be carried by the
worm having 32mm PCD. The tooth profile uses 20° hook if the safe stress in either tension or compression is
normal pressure angle. Maximum power output from 70MPa. 12
the gearbox is limited to lOkW with an input speed of
960 rpm. Average coefficient of friction at the tooth 6. A helical compression spring is made of 6mm diameter steel
contact is 0.05. Calculate the following: wire with squared and ground ends. The mean diameter of

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the coil is 48mm. Calculate the maximum load th at may 8. (a) W hat are the different types of mechanical brakes ?
he carried by the spring if the allowable shear stress for (6) What are the advantages of a disk type brake ? Give
wire is taken as 325MPa. If the corresponding deflection of two examples.
the spring is to be about 30mm, find the active number of
coils and also the free length of the spring. Assume G=8xl0 4 (c) A disk type brake has torque transmission capacity of
MPa. 12 1500 N-m. Outer and inn P T radii of sector pad are 160
mm 110 min respectively, coefficient of friction is 0.30
GROUP C and maximum permissible pressure is 2.2 MPa. Use
pads on both sides. Calculate the angular dimension
Answer any two questions. of the pads.

(d) Determine the torque th at may be registed by single

7. (a) Give a neat sketch of a plate type friction clutch show­ small shoe block brake shown in Figure below, take /i
ing every element of it. = 0.3 and Fa=625 N. 2 + 2 + 3 + 3 = 12
(b) Deduce the expression of torque transmission capacity
of plate type friction clutch for single friction surface
considering uniform wear between the plates.

(c) Design a Multi-plate clutch of alternate bronze and

steel plates which has to transm it 6 kW power a t 800
rpm. The inner radius is 38 mm and the outer radius
is 76 mm. The coefficient of friction is 0.1 and maxi­
mum allowable pressure is 350 kN/m2.

Determine:

(i) Axial force required 9. Design a suitable connecting rod for a car with following
data:
(ii) Total num ber of Discs. Piston diameter: 80 mm
(iii) Average Pressure. Stroke length: 90 mm

(iv) Actual Maximum pressure. 2 + 4 + 6 = 12

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Length of the connecting rod: 150 mm

Maximum explosion pressure: 3.6 N/mm2
Weight of the reciprocating part: 2.6 kg
Speed: 4200 rpm
Compression ratio: 8:1 11

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2017-18

THEORY OF MACHINES II

ME 702

Full Marks : 70 Tim e: 3 hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.
Answer to five questions selecting any three from Group A,
and any two from Group B
GROUP A
Answer any three questions.

1. (a) With neat sketches explain the gyroscopic effect on

ship due to motion of steering, pitching, and rolling.

(5) A single cylinder engine with flywheel is shown in Fig.

1 which is taking right hand turn along with vehicle
at 250 m radius at 85 kmph. find out engine bearing
reaction due to gyroscopic action of the flywheel. The
engine speed is 2500 rpm and is rotating clockwise
when viewed from the front of engine. The moment of
inertia of flywheel is 0.35 kgm 2. 14

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2. (a) With a neat sketch explain the stability of four wheels

vehicle and justify the stability condition of inner wheel
when the vehicle is taking left turn.
(d) Find out angle of heel necessary when a motor cycle is
taking a turn of radius 35 m at a speed of 60 kmph.
The motorcycle and its rider together weight is 2000
N and their combined centre of gravity is 0.55 m above
the road when the motorcycle is upright condition.
Each wheel is of 0.58 m diameter and has a moment of
inertia of 1.0 kgm 2. The moment of inertia of rotating
parts of engine is 0.15 kgm2. The speed of engine ro­ Fig. 2
tating parts is 5 times that of the wheel. 14
4. (a) With a neat sketch, explain the balancing of single
3. (a) With neat sketches, explain internal and external
cylinder IC engine and derive the expression counter
balancing.
balance weight in term s of revolving weight and
(6) Fig. 2 shows a system of four rotating weights. Deter­ reciprocating weight.
mine the m agnitude and an g u lar location of the (5) In a V-twin engine, the angle between two cylinder
balancing w eights in planes A and B necessary to centre lines is 2 a . The rpm of the crank is N. The
balance the system. lengths of connecting rod and crank is 1 and r respec­
Given: tively where n=l/r. Show that tan/3=tan0.tan 2a where
0=crank angle and fi =angle which the bearing reac­
w i= 2 kg Rj—5 cm e^O 0 a 1= 0 cm tion due to primary inertia force makes with the line
of symmetry of the engine. 14
W2 = 2 k g R2 = 5 cm 02 = 270° a 2 = 15 cm
5. (a) With a neat sketch, derive the expression of inertia
W3= 2 kg R3 = 5 cm 0o=
o 180° a 3 = 30 cm force of a multicylinder inline engine and write down
W4= 2 kg necessay condition for balancing of the inertia force.
R4= 5 cm e4= 90° a 4 = 45 cm
WA= ? (6) In a four cylinder in-line engine, the equivalent reci­
RA = 5 cm eA= ? a A= 7.5 cm procating masses are 1 kg per cylinder. The stroke is
w o= ? R6= 5 cm 12 cm, the length of the connecting rod is 22 cm, cylin­
96= ? a g = 37.5 cm 14 ders are spaced 12 cm apart. If the cylinders are
numbered 1 to 4 from one end, then in a side view, the

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maining portion upto the rotor of I 2 as shown in Fig. 3.
cranks appear at successive intervals of 90° in the Deterimine the frequency of the torsional vibrations.
order 1, 3, 2, 4 anticlockwise. Find, with reference to I t is desired to have the node a t the midsection of the
the central plane of the engine, the maximum value of shaft of 12 cm diameter by changing the diameter of
any primary and secondary out of balance effect when the section.haying a 9 cm diameter. W hat will be the
the engine is running at 2000 rpm. 14 new diam eter ? take G = 84 GPa. 14

GROUP B
Answer any two questions.

6. (a) Derive from first principles, a relation for the displace­

m ent of mass from the equilibrium position of a
damped vibratory system with harmonic forcing.

(6) A machine part of a mass 2 kg vibrates in a viscous

medium. Determine the damping coefficient when a
harmonic exciting force of 25 N results in a resonant
amplitude of 12.5 mm with a period of 0.20 second. If
the system is excited by a harmonic force of frequency
4cycles/sec what will be the percentage increase in the
amplitude of forced vibration when damper is removed.
Fig. 3
14
8. A shaft 8 cm diameter and 2.8 m long between short bear­
7. (a) Explain the term ‘torsionally equivalent shaft’. Esta­ ings carries concentrated loads of 100 kg and 80 kg inclu­
blish an expression for equivalent length of torsionally sive of the weight of the shaft as shown in Fig. 4 a t 60 cm
equivalent shaft replacing a shaft of varying diameter and 200 cm from left bearing. If E for shaft m aterials is 2 x
over various portions of its length. 106 kg/cm2 , find the whirling speed by
(5) Two rotors & I2 having moment of inertia 168.75
kgm 2 and 405 kgm 2 respectively are connected by a (i) Dunkerley’s Method
14
stepped shaft which has 10 cm diam eter and 30 cm (ii) Raleigh’s Energy Method
length, 15 cm diameter and 16 cm length, 12 cm dia­
meter and 12.5 cm length respectively from the rotor
I p and 9 cm diameter and 40 cm length for the re-
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2017-18

INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT & OR

ME 710

Full M arks: 70 Tim e: 3 hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.
SECTION A
Question No. 5 is compulsory and
answer any two questions from
Question No : 1, 2, 3 & 4.

1. (a) Mention six (06) important factors to be considered

for efficient Plant Layout. 3

(b) What are three (03) classic type of Layout ? Mention

their advantages with examples. 6

(c) Mention six (06) points of conflicts between the Line

and Staff Executives with the arguments usually be­
ing posed by the Line Executives against Staff and
Staff Executives against Line 3

Or

Mention the Merits and Demerits of Matrix Organi­

zation Structure

2. (a) Mention important ten (10) principles that help to form

a good organization 5

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(b) E xplain th e stag e s followed in a n O rg an izatio n al
Planning Program through a schem atic diagram indi­ (c) Maximize 6Xj + 8X2 Subject to:
cating the In te rn a l and E xternal A ctivities associated
X J+X 2 £10,
to th at. 7
2X!+3X 2 <25,
3. (a) Describe nine (09) points tow ards th e m ain objective
of a good p la n t layout to reduce th e operating cost. 2 Xi 4- 5X2 < 35>, and X1, \ >0 through SIMPLEX T abular
(b) Explain Span of Control (SOC) w ith th e job exam ples Form.
and m ention four (04) points tow ards th e basis of de­
ciding SOC. 4 SECTION B

(c) M ention th e M erits & D em erits (03 points) for each Question No. 6 is compulsory and
any two from the rest
for (i) Line & Staff and Committee O rganization Struc­
ture. 6
6. (a) W hat is the objective of Work M anagem ent ? Define
4. (a) Define O perations R esearch (OR) a n d explain th e Elapsed time, N orm al Time, and Standard Time. W hat
methodology to handle OR problem s. 5 are the various allowances considered for th e estim a­
tion of Allowed Time ? W hat are cu ttin g regim es ?
(b) Maximize Z= 3X1 + through G raphical Method,
Design a direct ‘Time Study Sheet’ w ith th e help of
subject to th e conditions as under: 7
Stop watch. 4
X 1 +2X 2 ^ 6 ,
(b) The draw ing of th e finished m achine job is show n
below. The different m achining operations are ‘Facing’
2X!+X 2 £8

-XI+ X 2 < 1,

Xj < 2 an d X1, Xs are non-negative.

5. (a) Describe the basic three (03) characteristics of Standard

form of L inear Program m ing Problem s (LPP) 2

(b) Define the lim itatio n s of G raphical over Algebraic

Method and Algebraic M ethod over Sim plex Method.
4

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Cutting Speed =100 m/min potentials are Rs. 1000/- and Rs. 4000/- corresponding
to 20 BI and 50 BI respectively. 7
Initial Size of round bar = 80 mm</>
PP-BI Table is given below:
Initial length of round bar =140 mm
PP BI
Feed (f) = 1 mm/min
40 20
Depth of Cut (i) Rough = 5 mm (ii) Finish = 3 mm
(maximum) (iii) Tool Approach = 3 mm (iv) Tool 60 30
overrun = 3 mm
100 50
Cutting tool used is TC and material of the job is MS
Draw Incentive Straight Line (not to scale) and calcu­
Relaxation Allowance (RA) = 10 % late monthly earnings of an operator at the present
level of performance. Consider 25 working days in a
Crane Interfence Allowance = 15 %
month. Total Sundays and holidays are 5 in number.
Machine Conditioning Allowance = 15 % Consider 1/6 of total Sundays and holidays for bonus
Calculation.
Total Handling and Manipulation time for one com­
plete loading, cutting and unloading cycle = 10 mins 7. Describe the different factors th at govern ‘Plant Location’.
Define Gross Margin, Cash Margin, Depreciation, Net
Assume appropriate time standards for any other re­ Margin and Rate of Return (ROR) with an example. Mention
quired elements not given here. Write the sequence of
the various advantages and disadvantages for selecting a
operation. Calculate Standard Time and Allowed Time.
Plant Site in Rural Area. 6
(c) Mention the classification of Incentive Schemes. Write
the different types of Incentive Schemes Define Per­ 8. Write the objective of the Job Evaluation. What are the
formance Percentage (PP) and Bonus Index (BI). Write basic parameters considered during Job Evaluation ? What
different steps from formulation to implementation is Merit Rating ? Why is it required ? Define ‘Production’
stage and upto payment to the employees of an incen­ and ‘productivity’.
tive scheme for the jobbing type of Meeh. Engg. Maint.
In a Cast Iron Foundry, monthly (December) production of
Shop. 5
hot metal in 500 tons. Daily Manpower deployment is 10
(d) In a workshop total monthly output of a Lathe group numbers in each of 3 shifts working for the whole month of
is 10000 m an hours. Total monthly attendance Hours December. Calculate Productivity of the Foundry for the
of the operators of the group is 20000 Man Hours. month. 6
Minimum & Mximum monthly earning (30 days)

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9. Write short notes (any two) 6

(i) Flow Process Chart
(ii) Plant Maintenance
{Ui) Manpower assessment
{iv) Industrial Safety.

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2017-18

NON-CONVENTIONAL MACHINING

ME 720

Full Marks : 70 Tim e: 3 hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.

Notations and abbreviations carry their usual meanings.
All parts of a question to be answered together.
FIRST HALF
Answer Q. No. 1 and any two from the rest.

1. (a) Derive the expressions to determine the voltage and

current in the machining gap while a spark occurs
when an R - C relaxation generator is used in EDM
process.

(6) Draw neatly the theoretical and actual waveforms for

both the voltage and current.

(c) Do the actual voltage and current waveforms match

with the theoretical ones ? Explain.

(d) Write a short note on ‘electronic pulse generator* in

EDM.

(e) How will you drill a curved hole in a metal workpiece.

Explain with figure. 5 + 2 + 1 + 3 + 2 = 13

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2. (a) What are various process inaccuracies in EDM ? (b) Write a note on ‘Photochemical Machining’.
Discuss them with necessary sketches.
(c) What are the limitations of CHM ? 4 + 4 + 3 = 11
(b) Show various types of tool wear in EDM with a neat
sketch.
SECOND HALF
(c) Write a short note on process performance and accu­ Answer Q. No. 10 and any two from the rest,
racy in LBM ? Explain with neat sketches. a

(d) “The overall efficiency of an LBM system may be very

6. (a) Draw a net sketch of a plasmatron used in Plasma
low, say 0.3-0.5 % - explain. 4+2 + 3 + 2 = 11
Arc Machining (PAM) and explain the non-transferred
3. (a) Describe the fundamental features of WEDM with a mode and transferred mode of arc with their uses.
neat sketch.
(b) Discuss the material removal mechanism in Electron
(b) Why is deionised w ater used as dielectric fluid in Beam Machining (EBM). W hat are the active forces
WEDM? in molten m aterial dynamics ? 6 + 5 = 11

(c) Write a short note on ‘Wire Electrode’ in WEDM. 7. (a) What are the abrasives and their sizes used in Abra­
sive Jet Machining (AJM)?
(d) What is planetary EDM ? 4 + 2 + 3 + 2 = 11
(b) Draw a labelled set up of AJM.
4. (a) Define a laser.
(c) Write short notes on Stand-off distance and Nozzle, in
(b) Explain how a laser beam is generated in a tube con­ context of AJM. 2 + 3 + 6 = 11
taining lasing m aterial exposed to a suitable pumping
source. 8. (a) What is equilibrium gap in Electrochemical Machin­
ing (ECM) ? Deduce the expression of equilibrium gap
(c) Explain how laser beam is used in heat treatm ent of in terms of circuit param eters.
materials.
(b) Why electrochemical grinding (ECG) is superior to
(d) Write a note o n ‘laser cladding’. 1 + 3 + 3 + 4 = 11 conventional grinding ? Explain the process with
appropriate diagram . 6 + 5 = 11
5. (a) Describe the working principle of CHM with a neat
sketch. 9. (a) State and explain any model of material removal in
Ultrasonic Machining (USM) with the related assump­
tions.

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(c) Design a half wave exponential mild steel horn of solid

circular cross-section for rough cutting operation in
USM whose large end diameter is 100 mm. The modu­
lus of elasticity, poisson’s ratio and density of steel
are 210 GPa, 0.3 and 7.85 g/cc respectively. Assume
any other data, if necessary. 5 + 6 = 11

10. (a) Describe the common defects and inaccuracies in ECM

with reasons. Explain with suitable sketches.

(6) What are the desirable properties of electrolyte for

ECM. Name some common electrolytes.

(c) Estimate the time required for drilling a circular hole

of 10 mm diameter and 25 mm depth on an alloy sheet
containing 74% Nickel, 20% Chromium and 6% Iron
with 500A current by ECM. Write down any assump­
tion made. 3 + 3 + 7 = 13

Element Mol. Weight Density Valency

(g/cc)
Ni 58.7 8.90 2
Cr 52.0 7.19 2,3
Fe 55.8 7.86 2,3

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2017-18

TH EOR Y OF ELASTICITY

ME 725

Full Marks : 70 Time : 3 hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.
Assume additional data if required.
Notations carry their usual meanings.
, All parts of the same question to be answered together.
Answer Q. No. 1 and any four from the rest.

1. (a) What is the physical significance of stress invariants?

2
(5) Write the stress m atrix at a point of a shaft with
general cross section under uniform torsion in terms
of wrapping function. 2
(c) What is meant by stress deviator ? 2
(d) Explain Mohr’s circle for three dimensional stresses.
4

(e) What is strain rosette ? Draw the configuration of a

Delta rosette and write down the expressions to find
the Principal Stresses (derivation not required). 4
2. (a) Considering a tetrahedron derive Cauchy’s stress
formula. 5

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(6) If the rectangular components of stress (in MN/m2) at

a point are the same as in the matrix below, deter­ point (x, y) is given by a x - “7%&y - -t-a--n a3-p-- J * +
mine the unit normal of a plane parallel to the z axis
on which the resultant stress vector is tangential to r
the plane. y x ~ tan 2 / a n d
tan p J ’

’500 0 100" T yz
0 -200 0 ~ ^zx ~ 0. Check if these stress components satisfy
5
100 0 300j boundary conditions and the differential equations of
equilibrium, y and p are the specific weights of water
(c) Explain Mohr’s circle for three dimensional state of and dam m aterial respectively. 6
stress. 4

3. (a) The linear strain (CPQ) of two neighborhood points P

and Q of a stressed body is expressed by
2 2 2
£pQ ~ ^xx^x +£yyn y "^^zzn z +e xyn xn y
+e y z ny n z + Exznx n2 . Derive the expressions for principal
strains and their directions. 9
(d) For the following stress field find the expression for
body force distribution necessary to satisfy the equa­
tions of equilibrium.
a x = -x+ 200y 2 , a y = 10(x2 +20z 3 ),
a z = 10(20x3 + 10z), ?xy = X(Z3 +100A7), ^ = 0 and
(d) Derive the equations of equilibrium in cylindrical co­
ordinate system with zero body force. 8
T 2X = 0. 5
5. (a) A shaft of general prismatic cross-section is subjected
4. (a) Write the equations of equilibrium for a differential to uniform torque T. Derive the equation for warping
element of a stressed body in terms of Cartesian coor­ function (i/<).
dinates.
Find the nine stress components (Cartesian) for a shaft
The cross section of the wall of a dam is shown in Fig. having general cross section and subjected to uniform
2a. Water pressure acts on face OB. The stress a t any torque. Derive the expression for polar moment of
in ertia in term s of wrapping function. 9

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(6) Prove th a t for an elliptical bar the warping function

2
A —C
O L
can be expressed by 1/ = T where a snd b are
b +a
the semi-axes. Calculate maximum stress. 5
6. (a) Deduce the expression of radial and tangential stresses
in pressurized thick walled cylinder starting from
general stress equations of equilibrium (without body
forces). 7
(6) A thick walled cylinder made of steel (E= 200GPa and
u=0.29) has an inside diameter of 20 mm and outside
diameter of 100mm. The cylinder is subjected to an
internal pressure of 300MPa. Determine the stress
components a r and <je at r=10mm, r= 25mm and
r=50mm. 7

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2017-18

INTRODUCTION TO FINITE
ELEMENT METHOD

ME 726

Full Marks : 70 T im e: 3 hours

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.

Answer any five questions.

1. (a) Solve the following second order differential equation

using Galerkin method.

4 ^ + 5 ^ + 7 y =0

The boundary conditions are at x = 0, y = 0 and at x=l,

dy
——=0, Use four term solution.
dx
Compare the solution with exact solution.
(b) Solve the following problem using Rayleigh-Ritz
method
I ( du^\
Minimize I =J5 77“ d x - 10u(l); ^(0)=0, Use three
0 yu x J
term solution. 8 + 6 = 14
2. (a) Derive the stifihess matrix and load vectors for three-

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noded bar element from equation of equilibrium and (b) The temperature of the bar as shown in Fig. 3 is in­
using Galerkin method. creased from 25°C to 65°C. Calculate the reaction
forces, nodal deflections and stresses of each element.
(b) Calculate the reaction forces, nodal deflections and Use three 2-noded elements. 7 + 7 = 14
stresses at each element of the bar shown in fig. 1. E 2 * 2 0 0 x l0 9 N/m 2
Use two 3-noded elements. 8 + 6 = 14 E | - 7 0 x l 0 9 N/m 2 A2 = 1000mm 2 Ea = 7 0 x l0 9N/m 2
Aj = 900mm 2 A 3 = 800mm 2
a , " 11.7x1 O V C
Cross sectional area: 2000mm2 q t = 2 3 x l0 V c oj1 = 2 3 x l 0 V c ।
Cross sectional area: 1000mm2
Young’s Modulus: 1000N/mm3
YoUng*s Modulus: 2000N/mm 2 3xl0*N I
100N 200N

200mm 200mm 300mm

1000mm 500mm

1000mm F ig. 3
2000mm
4. (a) What do you mean by plane stress and plane strain
F ig. 1 conditions ? Write down the stress-strain relationship
of plane stress and plane strain conditions.
3. (a) Calculate the reaction forces, nodal deflections and (b) Derive the [B] matrix for a 3-noded triangular element.
stresses at each element of the following truss as shown
in Fig. 2. The cross sectional area of the truss elements (c) Calculate the global load vector for the following fi­
is 2000 mm2 and Young’s modulus of the truss ele- nite element mesh as shown in Fig. 4. There are two
3-noded triangular element in the mesh and each node
having two degrees of freedon. 5 + 5 + 4 = 14

5. (a) Determine the deflection and slope a t the midpoint of

the beam as shown in Fig. 5. Take E =200GPa and I
= 4 x l0 6mm 4. Use two 2-noded Euler-Bemouli beam
elements.

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Im.
2?n
Fig. 5
(6) Derive the integral expression for stiffness m atrix of
2-noded Timoshenko beam element. 8 + 6 = 14
6. (a) Derive the consistent mass matrix of two noded bar
element.
(b) Calculate the natural frequencies and mode shapes of
the b ar as shown in Fig. 6. Use three 2-noded elements.
6 + 8 = 14
A,=lcm 2 A j-U S cm 2
Aj^lcm 2
p]=“7800kg/iD3 p2~7000kg/m3
P3-7800kg/m3
E3 -2000> a

800mm _ |_ 1000mm 1200mm

Fig. 6

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