Basic Mechanical Engineering
Contents
1. Fundamental Concept and Definition
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Thermodynamic Systems
1.3 Thermodynamic Properties, Processes and Cycles
1.4 Working Substances
1.5 Units and Dimensions
1.6 Mechanical and Thermodynamic Work
1.7 Pdv Work
1.8 Work is a Path Function and Properties are Point Functions
1.9 Equations for Work Done in Various Processes
1.10 Heat
1.11 Pressure
1.12 Pressure Measurement
1.13 Pressure Exerted due to a Column of Fluid
1.14 Barometer
1.15 Bourdon Pressure Gauge
1.16 Manometers
1.17 Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics (Thermal Equilibrium)
1.18 Thermometric Property and Thermometers
1.19 Principle of Temperature Measurement
1.20 Scale of Temperature
1.21 Microscopic and Macroscopic Point of View
1.22 Quasi-Static Process
1.23 Energy in Transit
2. First Law of Thermodynamics
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Joules Experiment
2.3 First Law for a Closed System Undergoing a Process
2.4 Energy a Property of The System
2.5 Different Forms of Stored Energies
2.6 Internal Energy (U)
2.7 Enthalpy (H)
2.8 Specific Heat at Constant Pressure and Specific Heat at Constant Volume
2.9 Adiabatic Index
2.10 Perpetual Motion Machine of First Kind [PMM 1]
2.11 Flow Process; Control Volume; Control Surface
2.12 Flow Work or Flow Energy
2.13 Conditions of Steady Flow System
2.14 Steady Flow Energy Equation (S.F.E.E.)
2.15 Steady Flow Energy Equation on Mass Basis
2.16 In a Steady Flow System W.D.= =v .dP when Changes in KE and PE are Neglected
2.17 Significance of Pdv in Case of Steady Flow Process and Non-Flow Process
2.18 Proofs
2.19 Applications of Energy Equations
2.20 Continuity Equation or Law of Conservation of Mass
2.21 Limitations of First Law of Thermodynamics
3. Power Producing Devices
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Forms of Matter
3.3 Steam Boilers
3.4 Classification of Boilers
3.5 Types of Boilers
3.6 Advantages of Superheating The Steam
3.7 Essentials of a Good Boiler
3.8 Comparison Between Water Tube and Fire Tube Boilers
3.9 Steam Turbines
3.10 Internal Combustion Engines
3.11 Two Stroke SI Engine
3.12 Gas Turbine Power Plant
3.13 Hydraulic Turbines
3.14 Compressed Air Motors
4. Power Absorbing Devices
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Hydraulic Pumps
4.3 Reciprocating Pumps
4.4 Reciprocating Pump
4.5 Centrifugal Pump
4.6 Air Compressors
4.7 Uses of Compressed Air
4.8 Reciprocating Air Compressor
4.9 Rotary Positive Displacement Compressors
4.10 Centrifugal Compressor
4.11 Axial Flow Compressor
4.12 Household Refrigerator
4.13 Air Conditioning
4.14 Room Air Conditioner (Window Air Conditioner)
5. Conventional and Non-Conventional Energy Resources
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Sources of Energy
5.3 Importance of Electric Energy
5.4 Classification of Sources of Energy
5.5 Advantages/Disadvantages of Non-Conventional and Conventional Energy Sources
5.6 Solar Energy
5.7 Wind Energy
5.8 Ocean Thermal Energy
5.9 Geothermal Energy
5.10 Tidal and Wave Energy
5.11 Biomass
5.12 Bio-Gas Plant
5.13 Simple Steam Power Plant (or Thermal Power Plant)
5.14 Nuclear Power Plant
5.15 Hydro Electric Power Plant
5.16 Fuel Cell
6. Introduction to Heat Transfer
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Modes of Heat Transfer
6.3 Film Coefficient of Heat Transfer
6.4 Composite Walls
6.5 Heat Exchanger
6.6 Basic Types of Heat-Exchangers
6.7 Insulation
6.8 Types of Insulations
6.9 Extended Surfaces (Fins)
7. Introduction to Metal Cutting Process
7.1 Machine Tool
7.2 Centre Lathe
7.3 Types of Lathes
7.4 Lathe Operations
7.5 Drilling Machines
7.6 Drilling Machines
7.7 Different Drilling Operations
7.8 Grinding Machine
7.9 Power Saw
7.10 Introduction to NC and CNC Machine
7.11 Components of NC Machine
7.12 Advantages of NC Machines
7.13 Disadvantages of NC Machines
7.14 Uses of NC Machines
7.15 Illustrative Example of NC Programming
7.16 CNC Machines
8. Introduction to Metal Joining Process
8.1 Welding
8.2 Welding Applications
8.3 Requirements of Good Welded Joints
8.4 Welding Classification
8.5 Brazing
8.6 Soldering
8.7 Gas Cutting Process and Equipment or (Oxyacetylene Gas Cutting Process)
9. Introduction to Sheet Metal Working
9.1 Sheet Metal
9.2 Uses of Sheet Metals
9.3 Advantages of Sheet Metal Parts
9.4 Metal Working
9.5 Press Work
9.6 Sheet Metal Working
9.7 Drawing Operation
9.8 Bending
9.9 Blanking
9.10 Piercing
9.11 Notching
9.12 Interchangeability
9.13 Elements of Interchangeability
9.14 Limits
9.15 Tolerance
9.16 Allowance
9.17 Fits
9.18 Hole and Shaft Based Fit System
10. Principles of Design
10.1 Need of Design
10.2 Stress and Strain
10.3 Stress-Strain Curve
10.4 Modes of Failures
10.5 Factor of Safety
10.6 Selection of Factor of Safety
10.7 Material Properties and Selection
10.8 Material Selection
10.9 Common Engineering Materials
10.10 Aesthetics
10.11 Ergonomics
11. Machine Devices
11.1 Individual and Group Drive System
11.2 Belt Drive
11.3 Ropes
11.4 Chain Drive
11.5 Gear Drives
11.6 Clutches
11.7 Brakes
12. Machine Elements
12.1 Power Transmission Shafts
12.2 Types of Shafts
12.3 Shaft Material
12.4 Application of Shafts
12.5 Axle
12.6 Application
12.7 Keys
12.8 Coupling and Their Types
12.9 Flanged Coupling
12.10 Oldhams Coupling
12.11 Universal Coupling or Hookes Joint
12.12 Bearings and Their Types
12.13 Flywheel
12.14 Flywheel Construction and Types
12.15 Governor
