Preamble :
This course introduces the fundamental principles of metal cutting and machining processes used in modern manufacturing industries. It covers the mechanics of metal cutting, tool geometry, chip formation, tool wear, cutting fluids, and machining economics. Students will learn the working principles and applications of conventional machine tools such as lathe, milling, drilling, and grinding, along with finishing processes. Students will also learn the working principles and applications of nonconventional machining processes.
Syllabus :
Metal cutting: material removal rate; mechanics, tools (geometry: single and multi-point, nomenclature and tool signature, material, temperature, wear, and life considerations), chip formation; cutting fluids and surface finish; economics of machining; Machine tool: Generation and machining principles; Basic machining operations: lathe, milling, shaping, drilling, boring, grinding (cylindrical, surface, centreless), Finishing: microfinishing (honing, lapping), nano-finishing; Unconventional methods: ultrasonic; electro-chemical, electro-discharge, ultrasonic, LASER, electron beam, water jet machining etc.; Tooling: Jigs and fixtures, principles of location and clamping
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