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DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
III BTECH I SEM R20 MID-1 EXAMINATIONS
SUBJEJCT: UNCONVENTIONAL MACHINING PROCESSES DATE:25-09-2023
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Answer the following questions
1. In ultrasonic machining, the tool is usually made of: [ ]
a) Steel b) Diamond c) Rubber d) Wood
2. Ultrasonic machining is most suitable for machining which of the following materials? [ ]
a) Wood b) Ceramics c) Plastics d) Aluminum
3. What is the purpose of the abrasive slurry used in ultrasonic machining? [ ]
a) To cool the workpiece b) To lubricate the tool c) To remove debris d) To enhance the
cutting action
4. The frequency of ultrasonic vibrations typically used in ultrasonic machining is in the range of:
a) 10-50 Hz b) 50-100 Hz c) 20-40 kHz d) 1-10 MHz [ ]
5. Which of the following factors does NOT affect the material removal rate in ultrasonic [ ]
machining? a) Tool material b) Workpiece material c) Vibrational frequency d) Cutting speed
6. What is the main advantage of ultrasonic machining over traditional machining methods?[ ]
a) Higher material removal rate b) Better surface finish c) Lower tool wear
7. In ultrasonic machining, which parameter determines the size and shape of the machined cavity?
a) Tool shape b) Workpiece hardness c) Vibrational amplitude d) Abrasive particle size [ ]
8. Which of the following is a limitation of ultrasonic machining? a) Limited to soft materials b)
Slow material removal rate c) High tool wear d) Requires high cutting forces Answer: c) High
tool wear
9. Ultrasonic machining is commonly used in the fabrication of: a) Electronic components b) Heavy
machinery parts c) Automotive body panels d) Wooden furniture Answer: a) Electronic
components
10. What is the primary principle behind electrochemical machining (ECM)? a. Mechanical
abrasion b. Chemical dissolution c. Thermal melting d. Electric discharge Answer: b.
Chemical dissolution
11. In ECM, the material removal process occurs due to the flow of: a. Mechanical forces b.
Electric current c. Heat energy d. Vibration Answer: b. Electric current
12. Which of the following materials is most suitable for electrochemical machining? a.
Insulators b. Non-conductive ceramics c. Conductive metals d. Plastics Answer: c.
Conductive metals
13. The tool used in ECM is typically made of: a. Insulating materials b. Ceramics c.
Conductive metals d. None of the above Answer: b. Ceramics
14. What is the primary advantage of ECM over conventional machining processes? a. High
material removal rate b. Low tool wear c. Precise control of machining depth d. Minimal
energy consumption Answer: b. Low tool wear
15. In ECM, the electrolyte serves as a medium for: a. Cooling the workpiece b. Conducting
electricity c. Lubricating the tool d. None of the above Answer: b. Conducting electricity
 16. What effect does increasing the voltage have on ECM? a. Increases material removal rate
b. Decreases material removal rate c. No effect on material removal rate d. Causes tool
wear Answer: a. Increases material removal rate
17. ECM is commonly used for machining complex shapes in which industry? a. Automotive
b. Electronics c. Aerospace d. Construction Answer: c. Aerospace
18. Which parameter is crucial in controlling the machining accuracy in ECM? a. Voltage b.
Current density c. Tool speed d. Workpiece temperature Answer: b. Current density
19. What type of ECM is used when extremely high precision is required? a. Electrolytic
machining b. Electrochemical grinding c. Electrostream drilling d. Electrochemical honing
Answer: d. Electrochemical honing
20. 1. What is the primary cutting mechanism in water jet machining? [ ]
a) Thermal melting b) Abrasive erosion c) Chemical reaction d) Electrical discharge
21. Which of the following materials is NOT suitable for water jet machining? [ ]
a) Metal b) Glass c) Rubber d) Ceramic
22. What is the purpose of adding abrasives to the water jet stream in abrasive water jet
machining (AWJM)? [
] a) To cool down the workpiece b) To
increase the cutting speed c) To reduce environmental pollution
d) To enhance the surface finish
23. In water jet machining, the pressure of the water jet is typically measured in: [ ]
a) Kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³) b) Pounds per square inch (psi)
c) Feet per second (fps) d) Hertz (Hz)
24. Which of the following factors affects the kerf width (width of the cut) in water jet
machining?[ ] a) Water temperature b) Abrasive particle size c) Material
hardness d) All of the above
25. In water jet machining, what is the purpose of the focusing tube/nozzle? [ ]
a) To mix the abrasive with the water b) To control the water
pressure c) To direct and focus the
water jet d) To generate electrical discharge