What are the industrial needs for UCM process?

How non-traditional machining processes are classified?

What are the advantages of UCM processes?
Name the important factors that should be considered during the selection of an unconventional
machining process for a given job.
List the UCM process based on mechanical energy.
List out any four variables in Abrasive Jet Machining that influence the metal removal rate?
What are the abrasives used in AJM process?
What are the desirable properties of carrier gas in AJM
What is the carrier gases used in AJM process?
Why Abrasive jet machining is not recommended to machine ductile material?
List the process parameter of WJM.
What are the limitations of WJM process.
What is the principle of ultrasonic machining process?,
What is meant by transducer?
What are the parameters that influence the material removal rate in USM?
Part-B
Classify the unconventional machining process on the basis of the type of energy employed. Also, state
the mechanism of material removal, transfer media and energy sources used.
Explain with case study, the need of UCM process
Describe the apparatus, process parameters, process capabilities and applications of AJM
Explain the AJM process in detail with neat sketch.
Explain the working principle and process parameters in WJM processes. List the applications,
advantages and limitations of WJM.
Write down the unique application of WJM
Describe the principle and equipment for AWJM. Give the process capabilities and applications of AWJM
Compare USM, WJM and AJM in terms of process capabilities and limitations.
Explain the USM process in detail with neat sketch.
Explain the functions of Transducer and horns used in USM. List the tool materials used

What are functions of dielectric fluid used in EDM?

Basic requirement of dielectric fluid used in EDM?
What are the dielectric fluids commonly used in EDM?
Name some of the tool material used in EDM?
What are types of power supply circuits used in EDM?
Why the servo-controlled system is needed in EDM?
List the factors affecting MRR in EDM
Write short notes on stratified wire?
Write the various application of Wire cut EDM
What is the principle of plasma arc machining? What are the two stages in which the process of material
removal is affected?
What are the characteristics of laser used in laser machining
What is the main industrial application of plasma cutting systems
State any four limitations of EBM?
Compare LBM and EBM.
What is the principle of LBM process?
Part-B
Describe the working principle of wire cut EDM process with a neat sketch. List down its advantages,
disadvantages and application?
Sketch difference feasible dielectric flushing techniques applicable in case of EDM process?
Explain the production of laser beam and working principle of Laser beam drilling?
With the neat sketch explain the process of LBM with the effect of all the process parameters.
With the help of a neat diagram, explain plasma arc machining process mentioning how heating of the
workpiece takes place in the process
Compare the LBM, PAM and EBM in terms of process capabilities and limitations.
Explain the principle, construction and working of electron beam machining. Also how a complex shape
can be cut using EBM process.
What are the desirable properties of a dielectric fluid? Give some examples for dielectric fluids. Explain
the functions of dielectric fluid

Part-c
Discuss the considerations in EDM tool design. Explain in detail about the tool parameters and its role in
material removal rate and surface finish.
Explain different types of control circuits used in EDM. Discuss the quality of Surface finish attained
during EDM machining and the significant factors affecting it.
Analyze the process capabilities and process economy of different unconventional machining processes
in detail
Compare USM, WJM, AWJM, and AJM in terms of process capabilities and limitations.