Musaliar College of Engineering

CHIRAYINKEEZH, TRIVANDRUM.
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Question bank-module I
ME 303:MACHINE TOOLS AND DIGITAL MANUFACTURING

1. Explain about orthogonal and oblique cutting process with neat sketches.
2. Explain with neat sketches, the various types of chips.
3. Derive a relation connecting chip thickness ratio (r) and shear angle (ϕ).
4. Explain tool signature.
5. Suggest any two methods to control the chip flow during a turning process. Briefly
explain each\
6. Analyze the various cutting forces in orthogonal cutting and derive the Merchant’s
theory.
7. Explain in detail about tool dynamometers with neat sketches.
8. Explain about cutting fluids. What are the functions and desirable properties of
cutting fluids? And also describe various types of cutting fluids.
9. With neat sketches describe the various angles in a single point cutting tool
10. Give a brief note on ceramic tools and inserts.
11. While doing orthogonal machining with a cutting tool having a 10o rake angle, the
chip thickness is measured to be 0.40 mm, the uncut thickness being 0.16 mm. Find
out the shear plane angle
12. Explain the factors affecting cutting tool life

Prepared by

Ranju R

AP,dept of me

MCE