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Credits Allocation Table (L-T-P Structure)

Course TitleCodeLTPCredits
Fluid Mechanics1164013104
Propulsion-I1164023104
Aircraft Structure-I1164033003
Aircraft Materials and Production1164043003
Computer Aided Drafting and Modelling1164053003
Energy, Environment and Sustainability1164063003
Fluid Mechanics Lab116401P0021
Aircraft Structure-I Lab116403P0021
Aircraft Materials and Production Lab116404P0021
Computer Aided Drafting and Modelling Lab116405P0021
NPTEL-I (Open Course)116407---3
TOTAL----27

Fluid Mechanics

116401
Theory Course • 6 Units
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Unit-1.0: Properties of Fluids and Fluid Statics

  • Introduction And Classification Of Fluid
  • Types Of Fluids: Ideal, Real, Newtonian, Non-Newtonian, Plastic
  • Fluid Properties: Density, Specific Gravity, Specific Weight, Specific Volume
  • Dynamic And Kinematic Viscosity
  • Surface Tension And Capillarity
  • Vapour Pressure And Compressibility
  • Bulk Modulus
  • Fluid Statics: Pressure, Fluid Pressure, Pressure Head, Pressure Intensity
  • Concept Of Absolute Vacuum, Gauge Pressure, Atmospheric Pressure, Absolute Pressure
  • Pressure Measurements: Simple And Differential Manometers
  • Mechanical Pressure Gauges And Relative Equilibrium
  • Hydrostatic Equation
  • Forces On Plane And Curved Surfaces
  • Buoyancy And Metacentre

Unit-2.0: Fluid Dynamics

  • Lagrangian And Eulerian Descriptions
  • Classification Of Fluid Flows
  • Flow Visualization: Path Line, Stream Line, Streak Line
  • Forms Of Energies: Potential Energy, Kinetic Energy, Pressure Energy, Total Energy
  • Concept Of Datum Pressure, Velocity And Total Head Of Fluid In Motion
  • Stream And Potential Functions, Flownets
  • Governing Equations: Continuity Equation, Momentum Equation, Energy Equation
  • Euler's Equation And Bernoulli's Equation
  • Applications Of Bernoulli's Equation

Unit-3.0: Flow through Pipes and Boundary Layer-II

  • Flow Measurement: Definition And Types Of Orifices
  • Vena Contracta, Coefficient Of Contraction (Cc), Coefficient Of Discharge (Cd), Coefficient Of Velocity (Cv)
  • Experimental Determination Of Cc, Cd, Cv
  • Construction, Working And Application Of Venturimeter, Orifice Meter, Pitot Tube, Nozzle
  • Viscous Flow: Concept Of Viscosity
  • Reynolds Number And Its Criteria For Plate And Pipes

Unit-4.0: Flow through Pipes and Boundary Layer-I

  • Darcy-Weisbach Equation
  • Loss Of Head Due To Friction In Pipe
  • Hagen-Poiseuille Formula
  • Reynold's Experiment
  • Laminar Flow Through Circular Conduits
  • Friction Factor And Moody Diagram
  • Major And Minor Losses
  • Hydraulic And Energy Gradient Lines
  • Pipes In Series And Parallel
  • Boundary Layer Concepts And Types Of Boundary Layer Thickness

Unit-5.0: Dimensional Analysis and Model Studies

  • Fundamental Dimensions And Dimensional Homogeneity
  • Rayleigh's Method And Buckingham Pi Theorem
  • Dimensionless Parameters
  • Similitude And Model Studies
  • Distorted And Undistorted Models

Unit-6.0: Turbines and Pumps

  • Impact Of Jets And Velocity Triangle
  • Classification Of Turbines And Working Principles
  • Pelton Wheel, Francis And Kaplan Turbine
  • Selection Of Turbine Based On Head And Discharge
  • Classification Of Pumps: Centrifugal Pumps Working Principle, Velocity Triangles, Work Done By Impeller
  • Total Head Of Pump, Classification, Impellers, Casing, Stages, Priming And Cavitation
  • Reciprocating Pumps: Construction, Working Principle, Single Acting And Double Acting, Slip, Negative Slip, Use Of Air Vessels
  • Comparison Of Centrifugal And Reciprocating Pump

Propulsion-I

116402
Theory Course • 6 Units
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Unit 1.0: Basics of Air-Breathing Propulsion

  • Introduction To Air-Breathing And Non-Air-Breathing Engines
  • Aircraft Engines: Piston Engines And Gas Turbine Engines (Jet Engines)
  • Laws Of Physics Applied To Propulsion
  • Types Of Propulsion Used In Aircrafts And Spacecrafts
  • Convection Heat Transfer: Free Convection From Vertical Flat Plate, Planes, Cylinder, Sphere, Enclosed Space
  • Effect Of Laminar And Turbulent Flow On Convection, Combined Free And Forced Convection
  • Aircraft Piston Engines: Principal Components, Crank Case, Crankshaft, Camshafts, Sump, Accessory Gearbox, Cylinder, Pistons, Connecting Rods, Valves
  • Internal Combustion Engine Process: SI And CI Engines, 4-Stroke And 2-Stroke Engines, Air Standard Cycles
  • Multi-Cylinder Aircraft Engine Arrangements, Merits, Efficiencies, Cooling, Lubrication, Ignition Systems, Valve Timing Diagrams
  • I.H.P, B.H.P, S.H.P, Performance, Effect Of Altitude, Power Required, Power Available, Supercharging

Unit 2.0: Aircraft Gas Turbine Engines (Aircraft Jet Engines)

  • Principal Components: Inlet, Compressor, Combustor, Turbine, Nozzle
  • Gas Turbine Cycle Analysis: Air Standard Brayton Cycle, Actual Cycle, Component Efficiencies
  • Cycle Analysis: Single Spool, Multi-Spool, Afterburner, Free Turbine
  • Propeller Theories: Types, Thrust Momentum Theory, Blade Element Theories, Design And Selection
  • Jet Propulsion: Working Of Gas Turbine Engine, Thrust Equation, Factors Affecting Thrust, Thrust Augmentation
  • Performance Characteristics: Efficiency, Thrust, Specific Fuel Consumption

Unit 3.0: Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Components: Inlets, Combustors, and Nozzles

  • Classification Of Inlets, Compressor Inlet Ducts, Ice Protection, Inlet Design, Subsonic And Supersonic Inlets, Ram Effect
  • Internal Flow, Stall, Boundary Layer Separation, Diffuser Performance
  • Supersonic Inlets: Starting Problem, Shock Swallowing, External Deceleration
  • Combustors: Chemistry Of Combustion, Combustion Equations, Process, Chamber Geometry, Classification, Burners (Simplex, Duplex)
  • Materials, Chamber Design, Performance, Operating Variables, Fuel Injector, Flame Tube Cooling, Ignition, Flame Stabilization
  • Aircraft Fuels, HHV, LHV, Orsat Apparatus
  • Nozzles: Convergent, Divergent, Variable Area, Noise Reduction, Thrust Reversers, Nozzle Flow, Choking, Efficiency, Losses
  • Shock Waves, Rayleigh Flow, Fanno Flow, Effect Of Frictional Duct Length

Unit 4.0: Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Component: Compressor

  • Axial And Centrifugal Compressors: Construction, Stages, Operating Principles
  • Euler's Turbomachinery Equations, Single-Stage Axial Compressor: Velocity Triangle, Work, Compression Ratio, Performance
  • Cascade Action, Multi-Stage Compressor, Degree Of Reaction, Diffusion Factor, Stage Loading, Flow Coefficient
  • Design Process, Compressor Efficiencies: Stage, Adiabatic, Polytropic
  • Free Vortex And Constant Reaction Designs, Fan Balancing, Stall And Surge, Air Flow Control: Bleed Valves, Variable Guide Vanes, Stator Vanes
  • Centrifugal Compressors: Velocity Triangle, Performance Characteristics

Unit 5.0: Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Components: Turbine

  • Expansion Process, Constructional Details, Materials, Axial Flow Turbine, Blade Element Theory, Velocity Triangles, Power Output
  • Multi-Staging, Turbine Cooling, Heat Transfer, Stage Parameters, Degree Of Reaction, Stage Temperature And Pressure Ratio
  • Blade Spacing, Radial Variation, Velocity Ratio, Free Vortex Theory, Limiting Factors, Performance, Turbine And Compressor Matching
  • Radial Turbines, Losses And Efficiency, Fuel Systems, Lubricating Systems, Secondary Air Systems, Starting Systems

Unit 6.0: Other Propulsion Systems

  • Types: Turbojet, Turbofan, Turboprop, Turboshaft, Performance Comparison, Bypass Ratio, Dual Shaft Engines
  • Gross Thrust, Net Thrust, Choked Nozzle Thrust, Thrust Horsepower, Equivalent Shaft Horsepower, SFC, Engine Efficiencies
  • Parametric Cycle Analysis Of Ideal Engines: Ramjet, Turbojet With/Without Afterburner, Turbofan, Turboprop
  • Real Engine Cycle Analysis, Ramjet, Scramjet, Pulsejet Components And Working, Engine-Aircraft Matching, Environmental Aspects

Aircraft Structure-I

116403
Theory Course • 6 Units
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Unit-1.0: Aircraft Structures and Materials-I

  • Strength To Weight Ratio, Stiffness To Weight Ratio
  • Loads On Aircraft: Structural Nomenclature, Ground Loads, Air Loads, Load Factor, Aerodynamic Loads, Symmetric Manoeuvre Loads
  • Pure Translation, Inertia Forces On Rotating Bodies, Load Factors For Translational And Angular Acceleration

Unit-2.0: Aircraft Structures and Materials-II

  • Metallic And Non-Metallic Materials: Aluminum Alloy, Titanium, Stainless Steel, Composites
  • Desirable Properties For Aircraft Application, Temperature Variations
  • Basic Structural Elements: Wing And Fuselage Constructions
  • Stress-Strain Curve For Mild Steel And Aluminium, True Stress And Engineering Stress

Unit-3.0: Statically Determinate & Indeterminate Structures

  • Statically Determinate And Indeterminate Structures (Trusses, Beams)
  • Truss Analysis By Method Of Joints, Single And Double Redundancy
  • Shear Center, Kinematic Indeterminacy, Clapeyron's Theorem Of Three Moments, Moment Distribution Method For Indeterminate Beams, Landing Gear

Unit-4.0: Energy Methods of Structural Analysis

  • Strain Energy In Axial, Bending, Torsion And Shear Loadings
  • Castigliano's Theorems And Applications To Statically Indeterminate Systems
  • Elastic Theorems: Superposition, Maxwell's Reciprocal Theorem
  • Energy Methods Applied To Beams, Frames, Rings, Trusses
  • Principle Of Virtual Work: Dummy Load And Unit Load Methods

Unit-5.0: Failure Theories

  • Ductile And Brittle Failure, Multi-Load Situations
  • Maximum Principal Stress Theory, Maximum Shear Stress Theory, Maximum Principal Strain Theory, Maximum Strain Energy Theory, Maximum Distortion Energy Theory (Von-Mises)
  • Graphical Representation, Failure Theories For Brittle Materials: Mohr-Coulomb And Modified Mohr-Coulomb

Unit-6.0: Structural Analysis of Wing & Fuselage

  • Semi-Monocoque Structures, Distribution Of Concentrated Loads In Webs
  • Loads On Fuselage Bulkhead, Analysis Of Wing Ribs, Direct Stress And Shear Flow Distribution In Wing Spars, Tapered Wing And Fuselage Frames

Aircraft Materials and Production

116404
Theory Course • 6 Units
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Unit-1.0: Introduction, Light Metal Alloys and Aircraft Steels

  • Properties Of Flight Vehicle Materials, Strength/Weight Ratio, Classification: Ferrous, Nonferrous, Ceramics, Composites, Polymers
  • Aluminium Alloys: Types, Identification, Properties, Heat Treatment, High Strength And Corrosion Alloys
  • Magnesium Alloys, Steels: Plain Carbon, Low Alloy Steels, Corrosion And Heat Resistant Steels, Maraging Steels
  • Applications To Aerospace Vehicles, Emerging Trends

Unit-2.0: High strength alloys, Composite Materials, Adhesives and Sealants

  • Heat Resistant Materials: Iron, Nickel, Cobalt Base Alloys, Refractory Materials, Ceramics, Titanium Alloys, Inconel, Monel, Nimonic, Superalloys
  • Composites: Definition, Characteristics, Fibers (Glass, Carbon, Aramid, Boron), Matrix Materials, Manufacturing, Repairing, Bonded Structures, Adhesive Bonding, Sandwich Structures

Unit-3.0: Manufacturing Process-Casting-I

  • Foundry Technology: Patterns, Allowances, Moulding Materials, Sand Properties, Core Making, Gating System Design
  • Moulding Practices: Green Sand, Dry Sand, Loam, Shell Moulding, Permanent Moulding, CO2 Moulding

Unit-4.0: Manufacturing Process-Casting-II

  • Metal Casting: Sand Casting, Shell Mould, Investment Casting, Vacuum Casting, Die Casting, Centrifugal Casting, Continuous Casting, Casting Defects, Riser Design
  • Plastic Manufacturing: Compression Moulding, Transfer Moulding, Injection Moulding, Extrusion, Blow Moulding, Thermoforming

Unit-5.0: Manufacturing Process-Welding and Joining

  • Welding, Soldering, Brazing, Adhesive Bonding, Arc Welding, Gas Welding, Resistance Welding, TIG, MIG, Friction Welding, Explosive Welding, Electron Beam, Laser Beam
  • Welding Defects, Electrodes, Riveting, Jig Design For Wing And Fuselage

Unit-6.0: Other Aircraft Manufacturing Processes

  • Metal Working: Hot And Cold Working, Rolling, Extrusion, Forging, Sheet Metal Forming, Hydroforming, Marforming, High Energy Rate Forming, Integral Machining, Rapid Prototyping, Additive And Subtractive Processes

Computer Aided Drafting and Modelling

116405
Theory Course • 6 Units
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Unit-1.0: Basic Computer Aided Drafting

  • Various CAD Software, AutoCAD Interface, Coordinate System, Angular Measurements, Drawing Aids (Grid, Snap, Ortho, Osnap), Layers, Line Types, Creating Templates
  • Creating Basic Objects: Lines, Arc, Circles, Ellipses, Polyline, Polygons

Unit-2.0: Advanced Computer Aided Drafting

  • Modify 2D Entities: Erase, Trim, Extend, Copy, Move, Mirror, Offset, Fillet, Chamfer, Array, Rotate, Scale, Hatch, Text And Dimensioning, Tolerances, Layers, Printing And Plotting

Unit-3.0: Application of Computer Aided Drafting

  • Drawing Orthographic And Isometric Views Using Drafting Software

Unit-4.0: Computer Aided Design Software-Solid Modelling

  • Introduction To Solid Modelling, Sketcher Mode, Constraints, 3D Commands: Extrude, Revolve, Sweep, Loft, Draft, Boolean Operations, Parametric Modelling, Aeronautical Components

Unit-5.0: Computer Aided Design Software-Surface Modelling and Assembly

  • Surface Modelling: Extrude, Offset, Sweep, Trim, Fill, Assembly Commands, Top-Down And Bottom-Up Approaches, Exploded Views

Unit-6.0: Drafting and Plotting using CAD Software

  • Orthographic Projections, Sectional Views, Isometric Views, Dimensioning, Geometric Tolerances, Assembly Drawings, Bill Of Material, Page Setup, Plot Command

Energy, Environment and Sustainability

116406
Theory Course • 6 Units
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Unit-1.0: Ecosystem and Biodiversity

  • Ecosystem Types: Aquatic And Terrestrial, Food Chain, Food Web, Cycles (Water, Carbon, Nitrogen, Sulphur, Phosphorus)
  • Biodiversity: Genetic, Species, Ecosystem, Threats: Habitat Loss, Poaching, Man-Wildlife Conflicts, Endangered Species, Conservation

Unit-2.0: Sustainable Energy Sources

  • Renewable Energy: Solar, Wind, Small Hydro, Bioenergy, Geothermal, Hydrogen, Ocean, Tidal
  • Solar Thermal And PV Systems, Solar Water Heater, Cooker, Still, Ponds, Wind Plant Types, Biogas Plants, Mini/Micro Hydro

Unit-3.0: Environmental Pollution

  • Air Pollution: Sources, Primary/Secondary Pollutants, Greenhouse Effect, Ozone Depletion, Acid Rain, Control Measures
  • Water Pollution, Control, Sound Pollution, Soil Pollution, Decibel Measurement, Indian Standards

Unit-4.0: Climate Change

  • Impact Of Climate Change, Global Warming, Causes And Effects, Action Plan In India

Unit-5.0: Sustainable Development

  • Concept Of Sustainability, Social/Environmental/Economic Aspects, Brundtland Report, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Unit-6.0: Sustainability Practices

  • Environmental Management Systems, ISO 14000, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Circular Economy, Zero Waste, EIA Procedures, Green Buildings, Sustainable Transports, Carbon Footprint

NPTEL-I (Open Course)

116407
Theory Course • 1 Units
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12 Weeks (3 Credits)

  • NPTEL Open Course Guidelines: Course Should Be Taken From Subjects Other Than Core Aeronautical Engineering Branch Subjects.

Fluid Mechanics Lab

116401P
Laboratory Subject • 1 Units
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Topics Part 1

  • Use Viscometer To Determine The Viscosity Of A Given Liquid.
  • Measure The Rise Of Liquid Level Using Capillary Action In Capillary Tube.
  • Determine The Specific Gravity Of Any Given Fluid.
  • Use Manometer/Incline Manometer To Measure The Pressure Of The Given Fluid.
  • Determine Experimentally And Theoretically The Center Of Pressure.
  • Determination Of Metacentric Height Of A Floating Body.
  • Experimentally Justify Bernoulli's Theorem For A Viscous And Incompressible Fluid.
  • Determine The Hydrostatic Force Due To Water Acting On A Partially Or Fully Submerged Surface.
  • Determine Reynold's Number In Different Flow Conditions.
  • Determine Discharge Through A Given Pipe Using Orifice Meter, Pitot Tube And Venturi Meter.
  • Determine The Coefficient Of Discharge (Cd), Velocity (Cv), And Contraction (Cc) Of Various Types Of Orifices.
  • Calibrate The Given Orifice Meter And Study Variation Of Cd With Reynolds Number.
  • Calibrate Venturi Meter And Study Variation Of Cd With Reynolds Number.
  • Determine Discharge Coefficients Of V-Notch And Rectangular Notch.
  • Determine The Minor Head Loss Coefficient For Different Pipe Fittings.
  • Investigate The Reaction Force Produced By Impact Of A Jet Of Water On Target Vanes.
  • Plot The Characteristics Curves Of The Given Centrifugal Pump.
  • Plot Characteristics Curves Of The Given Reciprocating Pump.
  • Plot Characteristics Curves Of The Given Pelton Wheel.
  • Plot Characteristics Curves Of The Given Francis/Kaplan Turbine.

Prescribed Experiments

  1. Use Viscometer To Determine The Viscosity Of A Given Liquid.
  2. Measure The Rise Of Liquid Level Using Capillary Action In Capillary Tube.
  3. Determine The Specific Gravity Of Any Given Fluid.
  4. Use Manometer/Incline Manometer To Measure The Pressure Of The Given Fluid.
  5. Determine Experimentally And Theoretically The Center Of Pressure.
  6. Determination Of Metacentric Height Of A Floating Body.
  7. Experimentally Justify Bernoulli's Theorem For A Viscous And Incompressible Fluid.
  8. Determine The Hydrostatic Force Due To Water Acting On A Partially Or Fully Submerged Surface.
  9. Determine Reynold's Number In Different Flow Conditions.
  10. Determine Discharge Through A Given Pipe Using Orifice Meter, Pitot Tube And Venturi Meter.
  11. Determine The Coefficient Of Discharge (Cd), Velocity (Cv), And Contraction (Cc) Of Various Types Of Orifices.
  12. Calibrate The Given Orifice Meter And Study Variation Of Cd With Reynolds Number.
  13. Calibrate Venturi Meter And Study Variation Of Cd With Reynolds Number.
  14. Determine Discharge Coefficients Of V-Notch And Rectangular Notch.
  15. Determine The Minor Head Loss Coefficient For Different Pipe Fittings.
  16. Investigate The Reaction Force Produced By Impact Of A Jet Of Water On Target Vanes.
  17. Plot The Characteristics Curves Of The Given Centrifugal Pump.
  18. Plot Characteristics Curves Of The Given Reciprocating Pump.
  19. Plot Characteristics Curves Of The Given Pelton Wheel.
  20. Plot Characteristics Curves Of The Given Francis/Kaplan Turbine.

Aircraft Structure-I Lab

116403P
Laboratory Subject • 1 Units
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Topics Part 1

  • Study Of Aircraft Structural Components And Nomenclature
  • Thin-Walled Pressure Vessel Test: Determination Of Poisson's Ratio
  • Unsymmetrical Bending Of Beam
  • Shear Centre Of Open Section Beam (Channel / Z-Section)
  • Statically Determinate Truss Analysis (Strain-Gauged)
  • Analysis Of Redundant (Indeterminate) Truss
  • Constant Strength Beam Experiment
  • Combined Bending And Torsion
  • Wagner Beam Experiment (Shear Lag)
  • Strain Energy In Axial, Bending & Torsion Members
  • Castigliano's Theorem - Redundant Beam/Frame Deflection
  • Maxwell's Reciprocal Theorem
  • Principle Of Virtual Work - Unit Load Method
  • Column Test Rig - Axial Loading
  • Buckling Of Struts - Euler Theory Validation
  • Photoelasticity Setup - Stress Analysis
  • Principal Strain & Stress Using Strain Rosette
  • Semi-Monocoque Structure Analysis (Wing Box / Fuselage)
  • Shear Flow Distribution In Closed Thin-Walled Wing Box
  • Wing Rib Analysis Under Distributed Load

Prescribed Experiments

  1. Study Of Aircraft Structural Components And Nomenclature
  2. Thin-Walled Pressure Vessel Test: Determination Of Poisson's Ratio
  3. Unsymmetrical Bending Of Beam
  4. Shear Centre Of Open Section Beam (Channel / Z-Section)
  5. Statically Determinate Truss Analysis (Strain-Gauged)
  6. Analysis Of Redundant (Indeterminate) Truss
  7. Constant Strength Beam Experiment
  8. Combined Bending And Torsion
  9. Wagner Beam Experiment (Shear Lag)
  10. Strain Energy In Axial, Bending & Torsion Members
  11. Castigliano's Theorem - Redundant Beam/Frame Deflection
  12. Maxwell's Reciprocal Theorem
  13. Principle Of Virtual Work - Unit Load Method
  14. Column Test Rig - Axial Loading
  15. Buckling Of Struts - Euler Theory Validation
  16. Photoelasticity Setup - Stress Analysis
  17. Principal Strain & Stress Using Strain Rosette
  18. Semi-Monocoque Structure Analysis (Wing Box / Fuselage)
  19. Shear Flow Distribution In Closed Thin-Walled Wing Box
  20. Wing Rib Analysis Under Distributed Load

Aircraft Materials and Production Lab

116404P
Laboratory Subject • 1 Units
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Topics Part 1

  • Identification Of Ferrous, Non-Ferrous Alloys, Titanium Alloys, Maraging Steels Using Visual/Spark/File Tests.
  • Microstructure Study Of Steel, Heat Treated Steel, Aluminium, Copper, Titanium Alloys.
  • Tensile, Hardness (Jominy End Quench), Impact Testing, Strength-To-Weight Ratio Calculation.
  • Ultrasonic Pulse-Echo Or Radiography On Bonded/Composite Structures.
  • Preparation Of Green-Sand Mould And Casting Of Aluminium Component.
  • Study Of Injection Moulding, Extrusion, Blow Moulding, Thermoforming.
  • Gas Welding, Brazing, Electric Arc Welding, Spot Welding, Seam Welding, MIG Welding.
  • TIG Welding Of Aluminium Samples; Defect Identification.
  • Spot And Blind Rivets Operations On Aluminium Sheets.
  • Demonstration Of Wing/Fuselage Jig Concepts Using Models Or CAD.
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Dye Penetrant Test, Magnetic Particle Test, Radiography.
  • Blanking, Deep Drawing, Bending Of Sheet Metal Using Hydraulic Press.
  • Lathe Operations: Plain Turning, Step Turning, Taper Turning, Drilling, External Threading.
  • Shaping And Slotting Operations On Shaper Machine.
  • Cylindrical/Surface Grinding.
  • Drilling, Reaming, Counter Boring, Tapping.
  • CNC Programming And Machining Of Airfoil Bracket.
  • Study Of Abrasive Jet Machining Or Ultrasonic Machining.
  • 3D Printing Of A Small Aircraft Component Using FDM/SLA Printer.

Prescribed Experiments

  1. Identification Of Ferrous, Non-Ferrous Alloys, Titanium Alloys, Maraging Steels Using Visual/Spark/File Tests.
  2. Microstructure Study Of Steel, Heat Treated Steel, Aluminium, Copper, Titanium Alloys.
  3. Tensile, Hardness (Jominy End Quench), Impact Testing, Strength-To-Weight Ratio Calculation.
  4. Ultrasonic Pulse-Echo Or Radiography On Bonded/Composite Structures.
  5. Preparation Of Green-Sand Mould And Casting Of Aluminium Component.
  6. Study Of Injection Moulding, Extrusion, Blow Moulding, Thermoforming.
  7. Gas Welding, Brazing, Electric Arc Welding, Spot Welding, Seam Welding, MIG Welding.
  8. TIG Welding Of Aluminium Samples; Defect Identification.
  9. Spot And Blind Rivets Operations On Aluminium Sheets.
  10. Demonstration Of Wing/Fuselage Jig Concepts Using Models Or CAD.
  11. Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Dye Penetrant Test, Magnetic Particle Test, Radiography.
  12. Blanking, Deep Drawing, Bending Of Sheet Metal Using Hydraulic Press.
  13. Lathe Operations: Plain Turning, Step Turning, Taper Turning, Drilling, External Threading.
  14. Shaping And Slotting Operations On Shaper Machine.
  15. Cylindrical/Surface Grinding.
  16. Drilling, Reaming, Counter Boring, Tapping.
  17. CNC Programming And Machining Of Airfoil Bracket.
  18. Study Of Abrasive Jet Machining Or Ultrasonic Machining.
  19. 3D Printing Of A Small Aircraft Component Using FDM/SLA Printer.

Computer Aided Drafting and Modelling Lab

116405P
Laboratory Subject • 1 Units
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Topics Part 1

  • Draw 2D Entities: Circle, Arcs, Polygons Using CAD Software.
  • Customize Toolbar, Use Standard Templates.
  • Prepare A-4 Size Template With Title Block And Institute Logo.
  • Estimate Area, Perimeter, Centroid For 2D Entities Using Enquiry Commands.
  • Draw Ellipse, Parabola, Epicycloid, Hypocycloid, Involute Of A Circle.
  • Draw Four Complex 2D Entities Using Draw/Edit/Modify Commands.
  • Orthographic Projections (First Angle): Pentagonal Pyramid, Frustum, Objects With Cylindrical Surfaces.
  • Orthographic Views: V-Groove Pulley, Piston, Spanner, Connecting Rod.
  • Apply Geometrical Tolerances, Dimensional Tolerances, Text To Drawings.
  • Sectional View Of Piston Using Layers.
  • Isometric Views Of 3D Objects With Holes, Ribs, Slots.
  • Print Drawings With Institute Template.
  • Customize 3D Modeling Interface, Create Part Models Using Extrude, Revolve, Shell.
  • Create Complex 3D Models Using Sweep, Blend, Draft, Mirror, Fillet, Patterns.
  • Develop Mechanical Components: Stepped Shaft, Muff Coupling, Hexagonal Nut/Bolt, Cast Iron Pulley.
  • Develop Aircraft Jet Engine Parts: Centrifugal Compressor Blade, Diffuser, Turbine Blade, Hub, Drive Shaft.
  • Surface Models: Computer Mouse, Nose Of Airplane, Wings, Flaps.
  • Assemblies: Cotter Joint, Flange Coupling, Screw Jack, Plummer Block, Drill Jig.
  • Parametric Modelling: Helical Gear, Deep Groove Ball Bearing.
  • Print Orthographic Views And Sectioned Views Of Solid Models And Assemblies With Bill Of Materials.

Prescribed Experiments

  1. Draw 2D Entities: Circle, Arcs, Polygons Using CAD Software.
  2. Customize Toolbar, Use Standard Templates.
  3. Prepare A-4 Size Template With Title Block And Institute Logo.
  4. Estimate Area, Perimeter, Centroid For 2D Entities Using Enquiry Commands.
  5. Draw Ellipse, Parabola, Epicycloid, Hypocycloid, Involute Of A Circle.
  6. Draw Four Complex 2D Entities Using Draw/Edit/Modify Commands.
  7. Orthographic Projections (First Angle): Pentagonal Pyramid, Frustum, Objects With Cylindrical Surfaces.
  8. Orthographic Views: V-Groove Pulley, Piston, Spanner, Connecting Rod.
  9. Apply Geometrical Tolerances, Dimensional Tolerances, Text To Drawings.
  10. Sectional View Of Piston Using Layers.
  11. Isometric Views Of 3D Objects With Holes, Ribs, Slots.
  12. Print Drawings With Institute Template.
  13. Customize 3D Modeling Interface, Create Part Models Using Extrude, Revolve, Shell.
  14. Create Complex 3D Models Using Sweep, Blend, Draft, Mirror, Fillet, Patterns.
  15. Develop Mechanical Components: Stepped Shaft, Muff Coupling, Hexagonal Nut/Bolt, Cast Iron Pulley.
  16. Develop Aircraft Jet Engine Parts: Centrifugal Compressor Blade, Diffuser, Turbine Blade, Hub, Drive Shaft.
  17. Surface Models: Computer Mouse, Nose Of Airplane, Wings, Flaps.
  18. Assemblies: Cotter Joint, Flange Coupling, Screw Jack, Plummer Block, Drill Jig.
  19. Parametric Modelling: Helical Gear, Deep Groove Ball Bearing.
  20. Print Orthographic Views And Sectioned Views Of Solid Models And Assemblies With Bill Of Materials.