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VSA GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME3393-MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
INTERNAL TEST-II
Date: 23.10.24 Time: 1.45pm to 4.45pm
Yr/Sem: II/III Max.marks:100
Part-A (2X10=20marks)
Answer All the Questions
1. What are the pattern materials?
2. Write the requirements of a good pattern.
3. State any four types of patterns.
4. What is function of a core?
5. Which processes is called ‘Lost wax process? Why?
6. What is the purpose of flux?
7. What is the application of carburizing flame?
8. What are the special features of friction welding?
9. List out any four arc welding equipment.
10. What is the principle of resistance welding?
Part-B (5X13=65marks)
11. a) Discuss the necessity of various pattern allowances with a neat sketch.
(OR)
b) Explain the detail the working principles of the following
(i) Investment Casting
(ii) Centrifugal Casting
12. a) Briefly explain the carbon dioxide molding process and state two imported merits and
demerits.
(OR)
b) (i) Give the step – wise procedure for Shell mould casting process.
(ii) How is green sand mould prepared?
13. a) Describe the operation of a cupola furnace for melting cast iron.
(OR)
b) (i) Explain the Electron Beam Welding Process with a neat sketch. (12 Marks)
(ii) Distinguish between Soldering and brazing. (4 Marks)
14. a) (i) Explain the features of neutral, reducing and oxidizing flames. Why is a reducing flame
so called?
(ii) Explain Gas metal Arc welding process with a neat sketch.
(OR)
b) Illustrate the Thermit welding process with a neat sketch and also state its applications.
Part-C (1X15=15marks)
15. a) Describe plasma Arc welding and give their applications.
(OR)
b) What is meant by welding defect? Explain any five welding defects.