Reg. No.

SCAD GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS

B.E.,/ B.Tech., DEGREE EXAMINATION, MODEL EXAMINATION
Sixth Semester

Mechanical Engineering
ME6004 UNCONVENTIONAL MACHINING PROCESSES
(Regulation 2013)
SCHEME OF EVALUATION
Time: 3 Hours

Maximum marks: 100 marks

Answer All The Questions

PART A ( 10 x 2 =20)
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What is the necessity of unconventional (or) non-traditional machining process?

What are the characteristics of UCM processes?
List any four variables in Abrasive Jet Machining that influence the metal removal rate.
List the applications of USM.
What are the desirable properties of a good dielectric fluid?
What are the types of tool materials used in EDM?
What are maskants in chemical machining process?
Mention a few advantages of electro chemical machining process
Can you machine electrically non-conductive materials by PAM? Justify your answer.
Why is the deflection coil provided for electron beam machining?
PART B (80)

11 A i Compare the process capabilities and limitations of mechanical energy based, thermal
energy based and electrical energy based on unconventional machining process.

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B i Classify unconventional machining process with Explanation.

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A i With a neat sketch, explain the abrasive jet machining process.

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B i Describe the working of Water Jet Machining (WJM) process

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A i Explain the working principle involved in Electrical Discharge Machining process.

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B i What is flushing in EDM process? Explain about various flushing techniques

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A i Discuss the various process parameters affecting the surface finish and MRR in
chemical machining process.
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B i Explain the working of electro chemical grinding (ECG) process with a neat sketch.

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A i Explain the working principle of transferred type plasma arch machining process. Give
necessary sketch.
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B i Sketch the electron beam machining and explain the functions of each.

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