MEC314:METROLOGY AND MEASUREMENTS

L:3

T:0

P:0

Credits:3

Course Objectives:

To understand the basic principles of measurement

To learn the various linear and angular measuring equipments, their principle of operation
and applications

To develop skill in students by using new measuring techniques through the subject

To learn about various methods of measuring Mechanical parameters

To describe the application of transducers for measurement

To make student understand the importance of measurement

Unit I
Introduction to Metrology : Metrological terminology, Principle aspect of
measurement, Methods of measurement, Measuring instrument and their selection,
Errors in measurement, Standards of measurement, Types of standards, Length
standards, Line and end standards, Wavelength standards, Calibration
Unit II
Mechanical Linear and Angle Measuring Instrument : Vernier calipers,
Micrometers, Sine bar, Autocollimator, Comparators, Types of comparators,
Mechanical comparators, Optical comparators, Pneumatic comparators, Electrical and
electronic comparators
Geometrical Metrology : Terms used in surface roughness measurement, Factors
effecting surface finish in machining, Methods Surface roughness measurement,
Surface texture parameters
Unit III
Thread and Gear Metrology : Elements of screw thread metrology, Types of
threads, Measurement of screw Thread, Measurement of thread angle, Elements of
gear metrology, Gear Profile, Measurement of pitch, Gear rolling test
Unit IV
Introduction to Measurement System : Classification of measuring instruments,
Generalized measurement systems, Transducers, Selection of transducers, Use of
transducers for displacement measurements, Force and load sensors, Load cells,
Dynamic force measurement, Torque measurement
Unit V
Vibration and Strain Measurement : Vibration measurement system, Modeling
vibration system, Vibration measurement system elements, Bonded gauge, Unbonded
strain gauge, Resistance of a conductor, Wheatstone bridge circuit, Axial bending and
torsional strain measurement
Unit VI
Pressure, Temperature and Flow Measurement : Zero reference for pressure
measurement, Mechanical analog pressure gauges, Temperature measuring devices,
Thermocouple, Resistance temperature detectors, Pyrometers, Types of flowmeters,
Classification of flow meter
Text Books:
1. METROLOGY AND MEASUREMENT by ANAND K BEWOOR AND VINAY A
KULKARNI, TATA MCGRAW HILL, 1ST EDITION (2012), MCGRAW HILL EDUCATION,
1st Edition, (2012)
References:

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References:

1. METROLOGY AND MEASUREMENTS by R.K. JAIN, KHANNA PUBLISHERS, 20th

Edition, (2012)

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