Code No: RR412003 Set No.

1
IV B.Tech. I Semester Supplementary Examinations, February -2007
MACHINE TOOL DESIGN
(Production Engineering)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
?????

1. (a) Explain the difference between horizontal and vertical spindle Milling ma-
chines and for which operation the arbor is used. [8]
(b) Explain the working principle of whitworth quick return mechanism in shaping
Machine. [8]

2. (a) Compare General purpose, Semi Automatic and Automatic Machine Tools.
[10]
(b) Illustrate with examples,what is the role of Special Purpose, and CNC Machine
Tools in the production lines? [6]

3. (a) Outline the procedure for determining the upper and lower speed limits of a
center Lathe. [8]
(b) Explain the following in connection with the optimum design of a Gear Box:
[8]
i. Ray Restriction
ii. Stage Restriction, and
iii. Maximum Nodal Sum (Σd)

4. (a) Enumerate the difference in spindle gearbox and feed gearbox system of analy-
sation. [8]
(b) Explain with neat sketches any two methods of converting the rotary motion
to high precision linear indexing in the Machine tools. [8]

5. Discuss the following thermal effects on the Machine elements and the effect on the
job accuracy and give the suitable remedies; [16]

(a) Heat generated due to cutting

(b) Heat generated due to friction in the gearboxes
(c) Higher ambient temperatures.

6. (a) Illustrate with neat sketches the spindle arrangement of engine lathe. [8]
(b) What type of Bearing arrangement is preferred for heavy rough turning oper-
ation? [8]

7. (a) Explain the applications of Hydraulic Cylinder and Hydraulic Motors in the
Machine Tools. [8]

1 of 2
Code No: RR412003 Set No.1
(b) What are the basic differences between the Hydraulics and Pneumatic appli-
cations in the Machine Tools? [8]

8. Write short notes on any three of the following; [16]

(a) Relieving lathe

(b) Colette chucks
(c) 4 Jaw chucks
(d) Carbide cutters

?????

2 of 2
Code No: RR412003 Set No.2
IV B.Tech. I Semester Supplementary Examinations, February -2007
MACHINE TOOL DESIGN
(Production Engineering)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
?????

1. (a) Sketch the general arrangement of a cylindrical grinding machine and describe
its kinematic view. [8]
(b) Sketch and explain the Gear shaping Machine. [8]

2. (a) Compare the Guides and Drive elements for the General purpose, Special
Purpose, and NC Lathes. [8]
(b) What is the difference between the Special Purpose Transfer lines and NC
Machining Centers? [8]

3. (a) How do you select range of speeds in the design of gear boxes. [8]
(b) What is support- drive? Explain. [8]

4. (a) Explain the terms feed per tooth; feed per revolution and feed per minute in
the case of face milling operation, and they can be selected to improve the
production rate. [8]
(b) Illustrate the schematic feed drive for a Milling Machine. [8]

5. What is the role of anti friction guide ways and compare the following; [16]

(a) Cast iron guide versus hardened guides.

(b) Hardened guides versus linear motion guides
(c) Lead screw versus ball screw.

6. (a) Illustrate any three types of spindle bearing arrangements and discuss their
applications, merits and demerits. [8]
(b) Sketch and explain the cross section of Engine Lathe Tail stock. [8]

7. (a) Sketch and explain the functions of different elements used in the Hydraulic
Power Pack. [8]
(b) Describe the principle and applications of any two types of types of Hydraulic
controls. [8]

8. Write short notes on any three of the following; [16]

(a) ISO and Morse taper for spindles and Tool holders
(b) Gear Hobber
(c) Tool materials

1 of 2
Code No: RR412003 Set No.2
(d) Advantages and limitations of broaching operation

?????

2 of 2
Code No: RR412003 Set No.3
IV B.Tech. I Semester Supplementary Examinations, February -2007
MACHINE TOOL DESIGN
(Production Engineering)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
?????

1. (a) Sketch and explain the surface grinder. [8]

(b) Describe any two types of job holding mechanism on the surface grinder. [8]

2. (a) What is the difference between Rotary Transfer and Linear Transfer Machine
Tools? [8]
(b) Compare the General purpose and NC Machine Tools. [8]

3. (a) What is productivity loss? Discuss. [8]

(b) Discuss the structural diagram for Machine tool gear boxes. [8]

4. (a) Explain with neat sketch the kinematic diagram of feed drive in engine lathe.
[8]
(b) What is the purpose of feed rod and lead screw in the engine lathe? [8]

5. For a NC machine select the suitable machining elements and discuss its function-
alities; [16]

(a) Structure
(b) Guide and guide ways
(c) Lubrication

6. (a) What is the purpose of using the Helical gear in the spindle assembly? Give
suitable bearing arrangement at the front and rear side of the Spindle for using
the Helical gear. [8]
(b) Explain with sketches the design of Spindle bearings subjected to combined
bending and twisting loads. [8]

7. (a) Explain with the help of a neat sketch the working of a compound relief valve.
[8]
(b) Explain with relevant hydraulic circuits how the rate of feed in machine tools
can be controlled by controlling the output of a fixed delivery pump by throt-
tles. [8]

8. Write short notes on any three of the following: [16]

(a) Center lathe

(b) Universal Milling machines

1 of 2
Code No: RR412003 Set No.3
(c) CNC machining centers
(d) Role of high speeds and development of tool machines

?????

2 of 2
Code No: RR412003 Set No.4
IV B.Tech. I Semester Supplementary Examinations, February -2007
MACHINE TOOL DESIGN
(Production Engineering)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
?????

1. (a) Give the classification of machine tools for round component processing Give
examples of each type. [4]
(b) What are the principal features of construction of Guide and Guide ways of
any machine tool? [4]
(c) With a neat diagram explain the Geneva Mechanism employed in Machine
Tools and explain its application. [4]
(d) What is the motion required to produce the generatrix called? [4]

2. (a) Compare automatic Machines and N.C machines. [8]

(b) Discuss the mechanisms used in intermittent motions. [8]

3. (a) A lathe is having 8 speeds in geometric progression. The minimum and max-
imum speeds are 14 and 460RPM respectively. Find out the geometric pro-
gression and intermittent speeds. [8]
(b) What is Cone Pulley drive and explain an 8-step Cone Pulley drive. [8]

4. (a) Explain with neat sketch the principle and purpose of Sun Planet mechanism
in feed gearboxes? [8]
(b) What is the purpose of using two Motors in Sun planetary drive and derive
the output speeds. [8]

5. Explain the meaning and significance of the following in the design of Machine Tool
Structures: [16]

(a) Unit Strength.

(b) Unit Rigidity.
(c) Dynamic Stiffness and
(d) Magnification Factor.

6. (a) What is the effect of spindle run-out, the role of bearing arrangement on the
job accuracy. [8]
(b) Sketch and explain the principles Journal bearing and its limitations. [8]

7. (a) Prove that feed rate varies with the work resistance, forward pressure and
throttle resistance for both Metering-in and Metering-out hydraulic circuits.
[8]

1 of 2
Code No: RR412003 Set No.4
(b) What is the governing principle of a hydraulic accumulator? Sketch and ex-
plain the working of a Diaphragm type accumulator. [8]

8. Write short notes on any three of the following; [16]

(a) Adjustable Spindle multi head drilling machines

(b) Optimization of cutting parameters (depth of cutting speed and feed rates)
(c) Logarithmic progression
(d) Design of ray diagrams for machine tool gearboxes

?????

2 of 2