Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, Dhaka

Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

List of sessional courses in Industrial & Production Engineering are given below from level 1/
term 1 to level 4/ term 2.

Level 1/ Term 1
Course No Course Title Cr. Hrs.*
IPE 1110 Machine Shop Practice-I 1.5
Phy 1106 Physics Sessional 1.5
Chem 1108 Chemistry Sessional 1.5
Hum 1108 English Language Sessional 1.5

Level 1/ Term 2
Course No Course Title Cr. Hrs.*
IPE 1210 Machine Shop Practice-II 1.5
EEE 1288 Electrical Engineering Sessional 1.5
CSE 1288 Computer Programming Sessional 1.5

Level 2/ Term 1
Course No Course Title Cr. Hrs.*
IPE 2102 Manufacturing Process Sessional 1.5
ME 2102 Basic Thermodynamics Sessional 0.75
ME 2110 Mechanical Drawing-I 1.5
EEE 2188 Electrical Machines Sessional 0.75

Level 2/ Term 2
Course No Course Title Cr. Hrs.*
ME 2202 Mechanics of Materials Sessional 0.75
ME 2204 Engineering Materials Sessional 0.75
ME 2210 Mechanical Drawing-II 1.5
EEE 2286 Analog & Digital Electronics Sessional 1.5

Level 3/ Term 1
Course No Course Title Cr. Hrs.*
ME 3132 Fluid Mechanics & Machinery Sessional 1.5
IPE 3102 Measurement, Instrumentation & Control Sessional 1.5
IPE 3104 Product Design and Development Sessional 1.5
 Level 3/ Term 2
Course No Course Title Cr. Hrs.*
IPE 3202 Ergonomics and Productivity Engineering 1.5
Sessional
IPE 3204 Material Handling & Maintenance Engineering 1.5
Sessional
IPE 3210 Metal Forming and Sheet Metal Working 1.5
Sessional

Level 4/ Term 1
Course No Course Title Cr. Hrs.*
IPE 4102 Machine Tools and Machining Sessional 1.5
IPE 4000 Project and Thesis 3.0

Level 4/ Term 2
Course No Course Title Cr. Hrs.*
IPE 4206 Industrial Simulation Sessional 1.5
IPE 4208 Business Communication Seminar 1.5
IPE 4000 Project and Thesis 3.0
 Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

LABORATORY MANUAL
For the students of
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
1st Year, 1st Semester

Student Name :
Student ID :
 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
IPE 1110: Machine Shop Practice I
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students shall not be allowed to perform any experiment without apron and
shoes.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. Viva for each experiment will be taken on the next day with the report.
5. The report should include the following:
 Top sheet with necessary information
 Main objectives
 Work material/machine/tool/equipment used (with their
specifications)
 Experimental procedures
 Experimental results and discussions (Experimental setup,
Experimental conditions, Data, Graph, calculation etc.)
 Conclusions
 Acknowledgements
 References
6. A quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
7. Marks distribution:

Total Marks
Report Attendance and Viva Quiz
30 30 40
Experiment 1:
Study of Electric Arc welding process and various types of joint
Arc welding is a type of welding that uses a welding power supply to create an electric arc
between an electrode and the base material to melt the metals at the welding point. They can use
either direct (DC) or alternating (AC) current, and consumable or non-consumable electrodes.
The welding region is usually protected by some type of shielding gas, vapor, or slag. Arc
welding processes may be manual, semi-automatic, or fully automated. First developed in the
late part of the 19th century, arc welding became commercially important in shipbuilding during
the Second World War. Today it remains an important process for the fabrication of steel
structures and vehicles.

Fig. 1 The basic arc-welding circuit

In arc welding, the intense heat needed to melt metal is produced by an electric arc. The arc is
formed between the actual work and an electrode (stick or wire) that is manually or mechanically
guided along the joint. The electrode can either be a rod with the purpose of simply carrying the
current between the tip and the work. Or, it may be a specially prepared rod or wire that not only
conducts the current but also melts and supplies filler metal to the joint.

Basic Welding Circuit

The basic arc-welding circuit is illustrated in Fig. 1. An AC or DC power source, fitted with
whatever controls may be needed, is connected by a work cable to the workpiece and by a "hot"
cable to an electrode holder of some type, which makes an electrical contact with the welding
electrode.An arc is created across the gap when the energized circuit and the electrode tip
touches the workpiece and is withdrawn, yet still with in close contact.

The arc produces a temperature of about 6500ºF at the tip. This heat melts both the base metal
and the electrode, producing a pool of molten metal sometimes called a "crater." The crater
solidifies behind the electrode as it is moved along the joint. The result is a fusion bond.
Arc Shielding

However, joining metals requires more than moving an electrode along a joint. Metals at high
temperatures tend to react chemically with elements in the air - oxygen and nitrogen. When
metal in the molten pool comes into contact with air, oxides and nitrides form which destroy the
strength and toughness of the weld joint. Therefore, many arc-welding processes provide some
means of covering the arc and the molten pool with a protective shield of gas, vapor, or slag.
This is called arc shielding. This shielding prevents or minimizes contact of the molten metal
with air. Shielding also may improve the weld. An example is a granular flux, which actually
adds deoxidizers to the weld.

Fig. 2 This shows how the coating on a coated (stick) electrode provides a gaseous
shield around the arc and a slag covering on the hot weld deposit.

Figure 2 illustrates the shielding of the welding arc and molten pool with a Stick electrode. The
extruded covering on the filler metal rod, provides a shielding gas at the point of contact while
the slag protects the fresh weld from the air.

Welding Joints:

Figure 3: Standard Weld Joint

 Figure 4: Other basic Weld Joints

Heat, fire, and explosion hazard

Because many common welding procedures involve an open electric arc or flame, the risk of
burns from heat and sparks is significant. To prevent them, welders wear protective clothing in
the form of heavy leathergloves and protective long sleeve jackets to avoid exposure to extreme
heat, flames, and sparks.

Eye damage
Auto darkening welding hood with 90×110 mm cartridge and 3.78×1.85 in viewing area

Exposure to the brightness of the weld area leads to a condition called arc eye in which
ultraviolet light causes inflammation of the cornea and can burn the retinas of the eyes. Welding
goggles and helmets with dark face plates—much darker than those in sunglasses or oxy-fuel
goggles—are worn to prevent this exposure.

Safety issues
Welding safety checklist

Welding can be a dangerous and unhealthy practice without the proper precautions; however,
with the use of new technology and proper protection the risks of injury or death associated with
welding can be greatly reduced.
Experiment 2:
Study on Sand Mold Preparation using single piece pattern

MANUFACTURING PROCESS:

Manufacturing processes are the steps through which raw materials are transformed into a final
product. The manufacturing process begins with the creation of the materials from which the
design is made. These materials are then modified through manufacturing processes to become
the required part.

Casting:
Casting refers to the process of creating a metal part (using cast iron or cast steel) by pouring
liquid into a mold or die to form a solid shape. Once the part cools and solidifies, it is ejected or
broken out of the mold.

Sand Casting:
Sand casting is considered the most common and can accommodate a wide range of object sizes.
The three dimensional replica or “pattern” of the required object is held within a mold
surrounded by compressed sand and binder additives which are used to form the final shape of
the desired part.The Cavity in the cavity formed by using a pattern (an approximate duplicate of
the real part), which are typically made of wood, sometimes metal is called mold. The cavity is
contained in an aggregate housed in a box called the flask. Core or mold that is used to locate
and support the core within the mold. A riser is an extra void created in the mold cavity as the
molten metal solidifies and shrinks and thereby prevents voids the main casting. The following
Figure shows the green sand mold.

Figure 1: Gating System

Major components of sand molds as shown in Fig.1 are:
The mold itself, which is supported by a flask. A two-piece mold consists of a cope on top and a
drag on the bottom. When more than two pieces are used, the additional parts are called cheeks.
1- A pouring basin or pouring cup, into which the molten metal, is poured.
2- A sprue, through which the molten metal flows downward.
3- The runner system, which has channels that carry the molten metal from the sprue to the
mold cavity.
4- Gated system – It consists of the pouring basin, sprue, runner and gate. Its function is to
fill the mold cavity in time so that the molten material does not solidify before filling the
entire mold cavity. Gates are the inlets into the mold cavity.
5- Riser – A riser or feeder is a reservoir build into a metal casting mold to prevent cavities
due to shrinkage. Because metals are less dense as liquids than as solids (with some
exceptions), castings shrink as they cool. This can leave a void, generally at the last point
to solidify. Risers prevent this by providing molten metal at the point of likely shrinkage,
so that the cavity forms in the cavity forms in the riser, not the casting. Risers, which
supply additional metal to the casting as it shrinks during solidification. Fig.2 shows two
different types of risers: a blind riser and an open riser.
6- Cores, which are inserts made from sand. They are placed in the mold to form hollow
regions or otherwise define the interior surface of the casting. Core – The term core,
most often is referred to as a performed mass of sand introduced in the mold cavity to
form a hole or recess in the casting.
7- Caplets - Chaplets are small metal props, placed in the mold cavity to support the core.
8- Vents, which are placed in the molds to carry off gases produced when the molten metal
comes into contact with the sand in the molds and cores. They also exhaust air from the
mold cavity as the molten metal flows into the mold

Mold Preparation:
i. Prepare enough sand by riddling to fill the flask before it using facing sand.
ii. Place drag on molding board, guide pins pointing downward.
iii. Place pattern, large side down, in drag. Fill the flask with the molding sand over the
pattern.
iv. Ramming with rammer. Don’t ramming over the pattern.
v. Strike off excess sand to the level of drag using straight-edge or planner.
vi. Roll will be drag and replace cope part use parting sand on the drag part.
vii. Riser and runner will be replacing also then Ramming,. Strike off excess sand and use
facing sand.
viii. Venting around and over pattern with vent wire.
ix. Remove riser and runner then cut pouring basin into cope. Separate cope and drag part.
x. Swap around the pattern, Rap and draw the pattern with draw spike or draw pin.
xi. Cut gate in drag ½” deep 1” wide with gate cutter and remove any loose sand form the
mold.
xii. Remove extra sand and other foreign particle with Bellows. Put cope on drag in its
original position.
xiii. Set mold level on the floor carrying it with bottom plate held firmly in place.
xiv. Uncover pouring basin and place suitable weight on cope to hold it down against the lift
of the molten metal.
Schematic illustration of the sequence of operations for Sand Casting:
Molding Tool Kit:
Riddle: A riddle of a standard mesh screen is used to remove
lumps or foreign particles from the sand both hand and power
riddles are available the letter being used where large volume of
work is involved.

Rammer: A hand rammer generally made of wood is used

to pack the sand in the mold. It has got two ends. One end
is sharp and the other end is blunt. The sharp end of the
rammer called the PEEN END which is used to pack the
molding sand through the corner of the molding flask
and the other end is called BUTT which is used to pack the
sand finally.

Trowel: Small trowels of various shapes are used for

finishing and repairing mold cavities as well as for
smoothing over the parting sand off the mold. The usual
trowels are rectangular in shape and have either round or
square end.

Slick-Spoon: The principal hand tools for repairing molds are

called a slick-spoon. It is a small double ended tool having a flat on
one end and a spoon on the other end. This tool is also made in
variety of other shapes.

Bellows: A standard hand operated billows are used for blowing off
loose sand from the mold verities and surface of the mold.

Lifter: Lifter is used for smoothing and clearing our loose sand
depression in the mold. They are made of thin section of steel of
various width and length with one end bent at right angles. A
combination of slick and lifter is known as a Yankee-Lifter.

Swab: It is made of flux or hemp and used for applying water to

the mould around the edge of the pattern. This prevents the sand
edges from crumbling when the pattern is removed from the
mould.

Draw Spike or Screw: The draw spike is a pointed steel rod with
loops at one end. It is driven into a wooden pattern when it is
withdrawn from the sand. The draw screw is similar in shape but
threaded on the end to engage metal pattern.

Vent wire: It is a wire rod used for making opening called ‘vents’
in the mould. In this manner the mold is provided with vents
which carry off the steam and gases generated by the hot metal in
contact with the sand.

Gate cutter: It is a piece of sheet metal used to cut the opening

that connects the spruce with the mould cavity. This opening is
called a ‘gate’.

Shovel: It is long wooden handled tool generally made of

thick sheet of hardened steel like as spade can be used
shifting sand from one piece to another place or to mix
sand and water properly for making mold.

Runner: It is round or semi-round wooden bar which is used to provide a passage through which
the molten metal will run into the mold cavity. The size of runner varies according to the size of
the mold.

Riser or Sprue: Riser is often providing in the mold to feed

molten metal into the main casting compensate for the shrinkage
taking place at the time of solidification. It should be placed near
the heavy section that will be subjected to heavy shrinkage. Riser also serve as a large end for
escaping a place for collecting loose sand or stage that may be the mold. Riser may be of two
types, one is external or exposed and another is internal or build.

Molding Flask: Small or medium sized casting are

made in a flask which is a box shaped container
without top or bottom. It is made in 2 parts held in
alignment by dowel pins. The top part of the flask is
called the cope and the bottom parts of the flask are
drag. If the flask is made in three parts then the
center parts is called a cheek.

Molding Board: The molding board is a smooth surfaced board

made of either wood or metal on which the flask and pattern are
placed when the mold in started. The board should be perfectly
flat and should be reinforced with clench on the bottom. When
the mold is turned over the mold surface of the board is finished.
When the mold is placed on the similar board called BOTTOM
BOARD, which acts as a support for the mold until the metal is
poured.

Sprue Cutter: This is a tool made of brass pipe in a various

sized in diameter for cutting spruce or runner in the cope part
of mold through with the molten metal will be poured into the
mold cavity. It is used instead of providing runner for rapid
work.

Gaggers or Lifter: These are iron rods bent at one end or both ends. These are used to reinforce
sand in the two portion of the box and for supporting bidet of sand wash and then placed next to
the one of the cross bar. The lower end should be placed to the pattern and the upper end should
extend to the top of mold.
Types of Molding Sand:
The molding sands are classified according to their use in the following categories:

 Green sand: the sand in its natural condition with moisture to give it enough strength is
formed as green sand. ). Unlike the name suggests, "Green sand" is not a type of sand on
its own, but is rather a mixture of:
 Silica sand (SiO2), or chromite sand (FeCr2O), or zircon sand (ZrSiO4), 75 to 85%,
or olivine, or staurolite, or graphite.
 bentonite (clay), 5 to 11%
 water, 2 to 4%
 inert sludge 3 to 5%
 Anthracite (0 to 1%)
 Dry sand: the green sand mold is not very suitable for large casting. So they are dried in
some suitable oven to evaporate the excess moisture and to give then extra strength.
 Facing sand: the sand which remains around the pattern is the facing sand. So it forms
the face of the mold comes in direct contact with the molten metal.
 Parting sand: the cope and drag are placed over after the patterns are placed in the
respective haves of the flask and the necessary operations of mold making done. There is
every possibility that the sand in the cope half and drag half may stick together and with
the pattern. To eliminate this possibility parting sand is sprinkled over the parting surface
of the cope and drag and the pattern.
 Baking or floor or black sand: Around the pattern a layer of sufficient thickness of
facing sand is given and the rest volume of the flask is filled with different type of sand
called backing sand. The backing sand is meant to provide a good backing to the facing
sand.
 Core sand: the sand used for making cores is called core sand. This sand has high silica
content and is mixed with selected binders.
 Loam sand: this sand contains high percentage as high as 50 percent of clay and dried
hard. It is specially prepared for loam molding for large casting.

Sand binder:binder is a one kind of extra element which is increasing binding capacity of
molding sand such as clay, oil, dextrin, resin etc.

Sand additives: additives are an extra element also which is not increasing binding capacity
of molding sand. It is increasing other properties of molding sand. Wood flower, straw flower,
Portland cement, bentonite, coal dust, and silica flower is used as additives.
Composition of typical molding sand:
Silica sand 85-90%
Clay 10-12%
Coal dust 6-7%
Wood flower 0.5-0.8%
Water 4-5%
Others 0.5-0.8%

Patterns:
Patterns are used to mold the sand mixture into the shape of the casting. They may be made of
wood, plastic, or metal. The selection of a pattern material depends on:
1- The size and shape of the casting
2- The dimensional accuracy
3- The quantity of castings required
4- The molding process to be used

Single piece pattern:

This is the simplest type of pattern, exactly like the desired casting. For making a mould, the
pattern is accommodated either in cope or drag. Used for producing a few large castings, for
example, stuffing box of steam engine.
Experiment 3:
Study on different types of joint by TIG welding and MIG welding
OBJECTIVE
 Become familiar with Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) & Metal Inert Gas(MIG) welding
processes
Student will be introduced to:
 The TIG, MIG welding equipment, related tools and the essential process safety
considerations
 Types of work materials, filler rods, shielding gases etc.

BACKGROUND
Solid materials need to be joined together in order that they may be fabricated into useful shapes
for various applications such as industrial, commercial, domestic, art ware and other uses.
Depending on the material and the application, different joining processes are adopted such as,
mechanical (bolts, rivets etc.), chemical (adhesive) or thermal (welding, brazing or soldering).
Thermal processes are extensively used for joining of most common engineering materials,
namely, metals.

WELDING PROCESSES
Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG): Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) or Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) is
an arc welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode and an inert gas for arc
shielding. Under the correct conditions, the electrode does not melt, although the work does at
the point where the arc contacts and produces a weld pool. The TIG process can be implemented
with or without a filler metal. Figure 1 illustrates the latter case.When a filler metal is used, it is
added to the weld pool from a separate rod or wire, being melted by the heat of the arc rather
than transferred across the arc as in the consumable electrode arc welding processes. Tungsten is
a good electrode material due to its high melting point of 34100C (61700F).
Since tungsten is sensitive to oxygen in the air, good shielding with oxygen-free gas is required.
Typical shielding gases include argon, helium, or a mixture of these gas elements. TIG welding
is easily performed on a variety of materials, from steel and its alloys to aluminum, magnesium,
copper, brass, nickel, titanium, etc. Virtually any metal that is conductive lends itself to being
welded using GTAW. Its clean, high-quality welds often require little or no post-weld finishing.
This method produces the finest, strongest welds out of all the welding processes. However, it’s
also one of the slower methods of arc welding.
Consumable electrode methods
Main articles: Shielded metal arc welding, Gas metal arc welding, Flux-cored arc welding and Submerged
arc welding

Shielded metal arc welding

One of the most common types of arc welding is shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), which is
also known as manual metal arc welding (MMAW) or stick welding. An electric current is used
to strike an arc between the base material and a consumable electrode rod or stick. The electrode
rod is made of a material that is compatible with the base material being welded and is covered
with a flux that gives off vapors that serve as a shielding gas and provide a layer of slag, both of
which protect the weld area from atmospheric contamination. The electrode core itself acts as
filler material, making a separate filler unnecessary. The process is very versatile, requiring little
operator training and inexpensive equipment.

Gas metal arc welding (GMAW):

commonly called MIG (for metal/inert-gas), is a semi-automatic or automatic welding process

with a continuously fed consumable wire acting as both electrode and filler metal, along with an
inert or semi-inert shielding gas flowed around the wire to protect the weld site from
contamination. Constant voltage, direct current power source is most commonly used with
GMAW, but constant current alternating current are used as well. With continuously fed filler
electrodes, GMAW offers relatively high welding speeds, however the more complicated
equipment reduces convenience and versatility in comparison to the SMAW process. Originally
developed for welding aluminium and other non-ferrous materials in the 1940s, GMAW was
soon economically applied to steels.

Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW):

It is a variation of the GMAW technique. FCAW wire is actually a fine metal tube filled with
powdered flux materials. An externally supplied shielding gas is sometimes used, but often the
flux itself is relied upon to generate the necessary protection from the atmosphere. The process is
widely used in construction because of its high welding speed and portability.

Submerged arc welding (SAW):

It is a high-productivity welding process in which the arc is struck beneath a covering layer of
granular flux. This increases arc quality, since contaminants in the atmosphere are blocked by the
flux. The slag that forms on the weld generally comes off by itself and, combined with the use of
a continuous wire feed, the weld deposition rate is high. As the arc is not visible, it is typically
automated. SAW is only possible in the 1F (flat fillet), 2F (horizontal fillet), and 1G (flat groove)
positions.

Non-consumable electrode methods

Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), or tungsten/inert-gas (TIG) welding, is a manual welding
process that uses a non-consumable electrode made of tungsten, an inert or semi-inert gas
mixture, and a separate filler material. Especially useful for welding thin materials, this method
is characterized by a stable arc and high quality welds, but it requires significant operator skill
and can only be accomplished at relatively low speeds. Because of its stable current, the method
can be used on a wider range of material thicknesses than can the GTAW process and is much
faster. It can be applied to all of the same materials as GTAW except magnesium; automated
welding of stainless steel is one important application of the process. Other arc welding
processes include atomic hydrogen welding, carbon arc welding, electroslag welding, electrogas
welding, and stud arc welding.

Metal Inert Gas (MIG): Metal Inert Gas (MIG) is an arc welding process that uses a
consumable electrode consisting of a filler metal rod coated with chemicals that provide
shielding.The process is illustrated in Figure 2. Under the correct conditions, the wire is fed at a
constant rate to the arc, matching the rate at which the arc melts it. The filler metal is the thin
wire that’s fed automatically into the pool where it melts. The filler metal used in the rod must be
compatible with the metal to be welded, the composition usually being very close to that of the
base metal.
The coating on the rod consists of powdered cellulose mixed with oxides, carbonates, and other
ingredients, held together by a silicate binder. Metal powders are also sometimes included in the
coating to increase the amount of filler metal and to add alloying elements. The heat of the
welding process melts the coating to provide a protective atmosphere and slag for the welding
operation. It also helps to stabilize the arc and regulate the rate at which the electrode melts.
Since fluxes are not used, the welds produced are sound, free of contaminants, and as corrosion-
resistant as the parent metal.Argon, helium, and carbon dioxide can be used alone or in various
combinations for MIG welding of ferrous metals.
Welding Joints:

Figure 3: Standard Weld Joints

Figure 4: Other basic Weld Joints
Experiment No. : 4
Experiment Name: Study on Split Pattern and Various Types of
Molding Sand Properties

Different types of patterns:

The common types of patterns are:
1) Single piece pattern
2) Split piece pattern
3) Loose piece pattern
4) Gated pattern
5) Match pattern
6) Sweep pattern
7) Cope and drag pattern

Split pattern:
These patterns are split along the parting plane (which may be flat or irregular surface) to facilitate the
extraction of the pattern out of the mould before the pouring operation. For a more complex casting, the
pattern may be split in more than two parts.

Figure 1: a) single piece pattern, b) split pattern, c) match plate pattern, d) cope and drag pattern
Loose piece pattern:
When a one piece solid pattern has projections or back drafts which lie above or below the parting plane,
it is impossible to with draw it from the mould. With such patterns, the projections are made with the help
of loose pieces. One drawback of loose feces is that their shifting is possible during ramming.

Figure: Loose piece pattern

Gated pattern:
A gated pattern is simply one or more loose patterns having attached gates and runners.
Because of their higher cost, these patterns are used for producing small castings in mass production
systems and on molding machines.
 Figure: Gated pattern
Match plate pattern:
A match plate pattern is a split pattern having the cope and drags portions mounted on opposite sides of a
plate (usually metallic), called the "match plate" that conforms to the contour of the parting surface.
The gates and runners are also mounted on the match plate, so that very little hand work is required. This
results in higher productivity. This type of pattern is used for a large number of castings.
Piston rings of I.C. engines are produced by this process.

Sweep pattern:
A sweep is a section or board (wooden) of proper contour that is rotated about one edge to shape mould
cavities having shapes of rotational symmetry. This type of pattern is used when a casting of large size is
to be produced in a short time. Large kettles of C.I. are made by sweep patterns.

Figure: Sweep pattern

Cope and drag pattern:

A cope and drag pattern is a split pattern having the cope and drag portions each mounted on separate
match plates. These patterns are used when in the production of large castings; the complete moulds are
too heavy and unwieldy to be handled by a single worker.
Pattern Allowances:
To compensate for any dimensional and structural changes which will happen during the casting
or patterning process, allowances are usually made in the pattern.
Contraction allowances / Shrinkage allowance:
The pattern needs to incorporate suitable allowances for shrinkage; these are called contraction
allowances, and their exact values depend on the alloy being cast and the exact sand casting
method being used. Some alloys will have overall linear shrinkage of up to 2.5%, whereas other
alloys may actually experience no shrinkage or a slight "positive" shrinkage or increase in size in
the casting process (notably type metal and certain cast irons). The shrinkage amount is also
dependent on the sand casting process employed, for example clay-bonded sand, chemical
bonded sands, or other bonding materials used within the sand. The actual shrinkage in the
casting depends on the following factors:
 Dimension of the casting
 Design and intricacy of casting
 Resistance of mold to shrinkage
 Molding material used
 Pouring temperature of the molten metal
 Method of molding used
Draft or Taper Allowance:
The pattern needs to incorporate suitable allowances for draft, which means that its slides are
tapered so that when it is pulled from the sand, it will tend not to drag sand out of place along
with it. This is also known as taper which is normally between 10 and 30. The amount of the draft
needed depends on the following factors:
 Shape of the pattern
 Length of the vertical side of the pattern
 Method of molding
 Intricacy of the pattern
Distortion allowance:
It is found that big castings tend to wrap or distort the cooling period due to their size, shape and
type of metal. Uneven shrinkage also causes distortion. To overcome this effect, the pattern is
made initially distorted in opposite direction. Such allowance depends on the judgment and
experience of the pattern maker who knows the shrinkage characteristics of the metal.
Finishing or Machining Allowance:
The rough surfaces of the casting are to be finished or machined. Therefore, the rough casting
must be made bigger than the actual component in size and hence the pattern should also be
bigger in size than the actual components. The finishing allowance depends on the following
factors:
 Machining operation
 Characteristics of metal
 Methods of casting
 Size and shape of the casting
 Degree of finish required in casting
Shake allowance:
When the pattern is rapped or shaken for easy removal from the cavity, it is found the cavity in
the mold is slightly increased in size. To compensate this increase, the pattern should be initially
made slightly smaller. In small and medium sized casting, this allowance can be ignored, but in
large sized castings or in those that must fit together without machining or where high precision
is required, shaking allowance is provided by making the pattern slightly smaller
Molding sands
Molding sands, also known as foundry sands, are defined by eight characteristics:
 Refractoriness — this refers to the sand's ability to withstand the temperature of the
liquid metal being cast without breaking down. For example some sands only need to
withstand 650 °C (1,202 °F) if casting aluminum alloys, whereas steel needs sand that
will withstand 1,500 °C (2,730 °F). Sand with too low a refractoriness will melt and fuse
to the casting.
 Chemical inertness — the sand must not react with the metal being cast. This is
especially important with highly reactive metals, such as magnesium and titanium.
 Permeability — this refers to the sand's ability to exhaust gases. This is important
because during the pouring process many gases are produced, such as hydrogen, nitrogen,
carbon dioxide, and steam, which must leave the mold otherwise casting defects, such as
blow holes and gas holes, occur in the casting. Note that for each cubic centimeter (cc) of
water added to the mold 16,000 cc of steam is produced.
 Surface finish — the size and shape of the sand particles defines the best surface finish
achievable, with finer particles producing a better finish. However, as the particles
become finer (and surface finish improves) the permeability becomes worse.
 Cohesiveness (or bond) — this is the ability of the sand to retain a given shape after the
pattern is removed.
 Flowability – The ability for the sand to flow into intricate details and tight corners
without special processes or equipment.
 Collapsibility — this is the ability of the sand to be easily stripped off the casting after is
has solidified. Sands with poor collapsibility will adhere strongly to the casting. When
casting metals that contract a lot during cooling or with long freezing temperature ranges
sand with poor collapsibility will cause cracking and hot tears in the casting. Special
additives can be used to improve collapsibility.
 Availability/cost — the availability and cost of the sand is very important because for
every ton of metal poured, three to six tons of sand is required. Although sand can be
screened and reused, the particles eventually become too fine and require periodic
replacement with fresh sand.
Results of Proper sand:
i. It distributes the binder uniformly around sand grains
ii. Control moisture content
iii. Eliminate foreign particles
iv. Delivers the sand at proper temperature
Experiment: 5
Study of Gas welding, Gas cutting, Soldering and Brazing
OBJECTIVE
 Become familiar with Gas welding, Gas cutting, soldering and brazing processes
Student will be introduced to:
 The gas welding equipment, related tools and the essential process safety considerations
 Types of work materials, filler rods and fluxes
THEORY
Gas Welding:
Gas Welding or Oxy-fuel gas welding is a general term used to describe any welding process that
uses a fuel gas combined with oxygen to produce a flame. The most commonly used fuel is
acetylene (C2H2) gas. The heat source is the flame obtained by combustion of oxygen and
acetylene. When mixed together in correct proportions within a hand-held torch or blowpipe, a
relatively hot flame is produced with a temperature of about 3300ºC (6000ºF). The chemical
action of the oxyacetylene flame can be adjusted by changing the ratio of the volume of oxygen
to acetylene.
The combustion of oxygen and acetylene (C2 H2) is a two-stage reaction. Chemical reactions are
as follows: -
Stage 1: In the first stage, the supplied oxygen and acetylene react to produce Carbon Monoxide
and Hydrogen. Approximately one-third of the total welding heat is generated in this stage.
C2H2 + O2 = 2CO + H2 + heat
Stage 2: The second stage of the reaction involves the combustion of the CO and H2. The
remaining two-third of the heat is generated in Stage 2. The specific reactions of the second stage
are:
2CO + O2 = 2CO2 + heat
H2 + ½ O2 = H2O + heat

Figure 1: Gas Welding (Oxygen–fuel gas) process

Types of flames:
Three different types of flames can be obtained by varying the oxygen–acetylene (or oxygen–
fuel gas) ratio.

Neutral Flame: When the ratio of oxygen-acetylene (or

oxygen–fuel gas) is between 1:1 and 1.15:1, all reactions
are carried to completion and a neutral flame is
produced. As the supply of oxygen to the blowpipe is
increased, the flame contracts and the white cone
become clearly defined, assuming a definite rounded
shape. This type of flame is the one most extensively
used by the welder, who should make himself
thoroughly familiar with its appearance and
characteristics.

Oxidizing flame: A higher ratio of oxygen-acetylene (or

oxygen–fuel gas), such as 1.5:1, produces an oxidizing
flame, which is hotter than the neutral flame (about
3600°C or 6000°F). With the increase in oxygen supply,
the inner cone will become shorter and sharper, the
flame will turn a deeper purple color and emit a
characteristic slight "hiss". An oxidizing flame is only
used for special applications.

Carburizing flame: Excess fuel compared to oxygen

produces a carburizing flame. The excess fuel
decomposes to carbon and hydrogen, and the flame
temperature is not as great (about 3050°C or 5500°F).
This type of flame is mainly used for hard surfacing and should not be employed for welding
steel as unconsumed carbon may be introduced into the
weld and produce a hard, brittle, deposit.
Filler Metals & Flux
Filler metals are used to supply additional material to
the weld zone during welding. These consumable filler
metals maybe bare or flux coated. The purpose of flux is
to retard oxidation of the surfaces of the parts being
welded, by generating a gaseous shield around the weld
zone.

Gas Cutting: Gas Cutting or Oxyfuel-gas cutting,

commonly called flame cutting, is the most common
thermal cutting process. The oxyfuel flame is first used
to raise the metal to the temperature where burning can
be initiated. Then a stream of pure oxygen is added to
the torch (or the oxygen content of the oxyfuel mixture
is increased) to oxidize the metal. The liquid metal oxide
and any unoxidized molten metal are then expelled from
the joint by the kinetic energy of the oxygen-gas
stream.By moving the flame and oxygen jet (torch tip)
progressively forward, fresh metal and oxygen are
brought together forming oxide or slag in molten form
and expelling it to form a gap, or kerf, as illustrated in
figure 3. A balance must be achieved among speed of
movement, oxygen jet size, and intensity of flame to
achieve a continuous operation.
Gas Welding/Cutting Equipment Figure 5: welding torch

The apparatus used in gas welding consists basically of an oxygen source and a fuel gas source,
regulators, hoses, non-return valve, check valve and torches.
Regulator: The regulator is used to control pressure from the tanks by regulating pressure and
flow rate of gas. It releases the gas at a constant rate from the
cylinder despite the pressure in the cylinder becoming less as
the gas in the cylinder is used.
Hoses: The hose is usually a double-hose design i.e. there are
two hose joined together. The oxygen hose is green and the
fuel hose is red.
Non-return valve: Between the regulator and hose and
ideally between hose and torch on both oxygen and fuel lines,
a non-return valve and/or flashback arrestor should be
installed to prevent flame/oxygen-fuel mixture being pushed
back into either cylinder and damaging the equipment.
Check valve: A check valve lets gas flow in one direction
only. Not to be confused with flashback arrestor, a check
valve is not designed to block a shockwave. A check valve is
usually a chamber containing ball that is pressed against on
end by a spring. Gas flow in a particular direction pushes the
ball out of the way while no flow or flow on the other way
lets the spring push the ball into the inlet thus blocking it.

Torches: The torch is the part that the welder holds and manipulates to make the weld. It has a
connection and valve for Oxygen and also a connection and valve for Fuel, a handle for grasp, a
mixing chamber for mixing of the fuel and oxygen, a tip where the flame forms. A welding
torch head is used to weld metals and can be identified by having only two pipes running to the
nozzle and no oxygen blast trigger. A cutting torch head is used to cut metals and can be
identified by having three pipes that go to an around 900 nozzle and also by oxygen-blast trigger
that provides oxygen to blast away material while cutting.
Soldering & Brazing: In soldering & brazing, the surfaces to be joined are first cleaned, the
components assembled or fixture, and a low-melting-point nonferrous metal (filler metal) is then
melted, drawn into the space between the two solids by capillary action, and allowed to solidify.
Brazing is the permanent joining of similar or dissimilar metals or ceramics (or composites
based on those two materials) through the use of heat and a filler metal whose melting
temperature (actually, liquidus temperature) is above 450°C (840°F) but below the melting point
(or solidus temperature) of the materials being joined.
Soldering is a brazing-type operation
where the filler metal has a melting
temperature (or liquidus temperature if the
alloy has a freezing range) below 450°C
(840°F). It is typically used for joining thin
metals, connecting electronic components,
joining metals while avoiding exposure to
high elevated temperatures, and filling
surface flaws and defects.
Flux is the substance added to the metal
surface to stop the formation of any oxides
or similar contaminants that are formed
during the soldering and brazing processes.
The flux increases both the flow of the
filler metal and its ability to stick to the
base metal.
Experiment 6:
Study on single pattern double mold preparation and various types
of casting defects.
Casting Defects
These defects may be the result of:

(a) Improper pattern design,

(b) improper mold and core construction,
(c) improper melting practice,
(d) improper pouring practice and
(e) Because of molding and core making materials.
(f) Improper gating system
(g) improper metal composition
(h) inadequate melting temp and rate of pouring it creates a deficiency or imperfection.

Exceeding quality limits imposed by design and service casting defects are mainly 3 categories.
These are:

(1) Major or most severe defects

(2) Intermediate defects
(3) Minor defects

Surface defects:
Due to design and quality of sand molds and general cause is poor ramming.
Blow:
Blow is relatively large cavity produced by gases which displace molten metal form.

Scar:
Due to improper permeability or venting. A scare is a shallow blow. It generally occurs on flat
surf; whereas a blow occurs on a convex casting surface. A blister is a shallow blow like a scar
with thin layer of metal covering it.

Scab:
This defect occurs when a portion of the face of a mould lifts or breaks down and the recess thus
made is filled by metal. When the metal is poured into the cavity, gas may be disengaged with
such violence as to break up the sand which is then washed away and the resulting cavity filled
with metal. The reasons can be: - to fine sand, low permeability of sand, high moisture content of
sand and uneven moulds ramming.

Drop:
Drop or crush in a mold is an irregularly shaped projection on the cope surface of a casting. This
defect is caused by the break-away of a part of mold sand as a result of weak packing of the
mold, low strength of the molding sand, malfunctioning of molding equipment, strong jolts and
strikes at the flask when assembling the mold. The loose sand that falls into the cavity will also
cause a dirty casting surface, either on the top or bottom surface of the casting, depending upon
the relative densities of the sand and the liquid.

Penetration:
It is a strong crust of fused sand on the surface of a casting which results from insufficient
refractoriness of molding materials, a large content of impurities, inadequate mould packing and
poor quality of mould washes.
When the molten metal is poured into the mould cavity, at those places when the sand packing is
inadequate, some metal will flow between the sand particles for a distance into the mould wall
and get solidified.

Buckle:
A buckle is a long, fairly shallow, broad, vee depression that occurs in the surface of flat
castings. It extends in a fairly straight line across the entire flat surface.
It results due to the sand expansion caused by the heat of the metal, when the sand has
insufficient hot deformation. It also results from poor casting design providing too large a flat
surface in the mold cavity. Buckling is prevented by mixing cereal or wood flour to sand.
Internal defects:
Blow holes:
Blow holes, gas holes or gas cavities are well rounded cavities having a clean and smooth
surface. They appear either on the casting surface or in the body of a casting.These defects occur
when an excessive evolved gas is not able to flow through the mold. So, it collects into a bubble
at the high points of a mold cavity ad prevents the liquid metal from filling that space. This will
result in open blows. Closed, cavities or gas holes are formed when the evolved gases or the
dissolved gases in the molten metal are not able to leave the m ass of the molten metal as it
solidifies and get trapped within the casting.
These defects are caused by:
i) Excessive moisture content (in the case of green sand moulds) or organic content of the sand,
moisture on chills, chaplets or metal inserts,
ii) Inadequate gas permeability of the molding sand (due to fine grain size of sand, high clay
content, hard ramming),
iii) Poor venting of mould, insufficient drying of mould and cores, cores not properly vented,
high gas content of the molten metal,
iv) Low pouring temperature and incorrect feeding of the casting etc.
Pin holes:
Pin holes are small gas holes either at the surface or just below the surface. When these are
present, they occur in large numbers and are fairly uniformly dispersed over the surface.
This defect occurs due to gas dissolved in the alloy and the alloy not properly degassed.

Visible defects:
Wash:
A cut or wash is a low; projection on the drag face of a casting that extends along the surface,
decreasing in height as it extends from one side of the casting to the other end.
It usually occurs with bottom gating castings in which the molding sand has insufficient hot
strength, and when too much metal is made to flow through one gate into the mold cavity.

Rat tail:
A rat tail is a long, shallow, angular depression in the surface of a flat rating and resembles a
buckle, except that, it is not shaped like a broad vee. The reasons for this defect are the same for
buckle.
Hot tear:
Hot tears are hot cracks which appear in the form of irregular crevices with a dark oxidized
fracture surface. They arise when the solidifying met does not have sufficient strength to resist
tensile forces produced during solidification.
They are chiefly from an excessively high temperature of casting metal, increased metal
contraction incorrect design of the gating system and casting on the whole (causing portions of
the casting to be restrained from shrinking freely during cooling which in turn causes excessive
high intern resistance stresses), poor deformability of the cores, and non-uniform cooling which
gives rise t internal stresses. This defect can be avoided by improving the design of the casting
and by having a mould of low hot strength and large hot deformation.

Shrinkage:
A shrinkage cavity is a depression or an internal void in a casting that results from the volume
contraction that occurs during solidification.

Swell:
A swell is a slight, smooth bulge usually found on vertical faces of castings, resulting from liquid
metal pressure. It may be due to low strength of mold because of too high a water content or
when the mold is not rammed sufficiently.

Shift:
Mold shift refers to a defect caused by a sidewise displacement of the mold cope relative to the
drag, the result of which is a step in the cast product at the parting line. Core shift is similar to
mold shift, but it is the core that is displaced, and (the dis-placement is usually vertical. Core
shift and mold shift are caused by buoyancy of the molten metal
Misrun or cold sheet or short run:
This defect is incomplete cavity filling. The reasons can be: - inadequate metal supply, too- low
mold or melt temperature, improperly designed gates, .or length to thickness ratio of the casting
is too large. When molten metal is flowing from one side in a thin section, it may loose sufficient
heat resulting in loss of its fluidity, such that the leading edge of the stream may freeze before it
reaches the end of the cavity.

REPORT CONTENTS:

1. Title
2. Equipment used
3. Experimental setup
4. Experimental Procedure
5. Work (schematic diagram: before welding and after welding)
6. Results and the sketch (drawing) of the welded work pieces
7. Discussion
8. Question answer
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 Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

LABORATORY MANUAL
For the students of
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
1st Year, 2nd Semester

Student Name :
Student ID :
 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
IPE 1210: Machine Shop Practice II
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students shall not be allowed to perform any experiment without apron and
shoes.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. Viva for each experiment will be taken on the next day with the report.
5. The report should include the following:
 Top sheet with necessary information
 Main objectives
 Work material/machine/tool/equipment used (with their
specifications)
 Experimental procedures
 Experimental results and discussions (Experimental setup,
Experimental conditions, Data, Graph, calculation etc.)
 Conclusions
 Acknowledgements
 References
6. A quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
7. Marks distribution:

Total Marks
Report Attendance and Viva Quiz
30 30 40
Experiment-1:
Study of Lathe Machine and Its Various Operations

Metal lathe or metalworking lathe are generic terms for any of a large class of lathes designed for
precisely machining relatively hard materials. They were originally designed to machine metals; however,
with the advent of plastics and other materials and with their inherent versatility, they are used in a wide
range of applications, and a broad range of materials. Ln machining jargon, where the larger context is
already understood, they are usually simply called lathes, or else referred to by more-specific subtype
names (tool room lathe, turret lathe, etc.).These rigid machine tools remove material from a rotating work
piece via the (typically linear) movements of various cutting tools, such as tool bits and drill bits. A
typical lathe machine is shown in the following Fig.1.

Fig.1 Schematic view of the lathe machine

Bed: The bed is the base or foundation of the parts of the lathe. The main feature of the bed is the ways,
which are formed on the bed’s upper surface and run the full length on the bed. The ways keep the
tailstock and the carriage, which slide on them, in alignment with the headstock.
Headstock: The headstock contains the headstock spindle and the mechanism for driving it.
Tailstock: The primary purpose of the tailstock is to hold the dead center to support one end of the work
being machined. However, the tailstock can also be used to hold tapered shank drills, reamers and drill
chucks.
Carriage: The carriage is the movable support for the cross feed slide and the compound rest. The
compound rest carries the cutting tool in the tool post. The carriage has T-slot or tapped holes to use for
clamping work for boring or milling.
Feed Rod: The feed rod transmits power to the apron to drive the longitudinal feed and cross feed
mechanisms. The feed rod is driven by-the spindle through a train of gears.
Lead Screw: The lead screw is used for thread cutting. It has accurately cut ACME threads along its
length that engage the threads of half-nuts in the apron where the half-nuts are clamped over it. The lead
screw is driven by the spindle through a gear train.
Crossfeed Slide: The crossfeed slide is mounted to the top of the carriage in a dovetail and moves on the
carriage at a right angle to the axis of the lathe. A crossfeed screw allows the slide to be moved toward or
away from the in accurate increments.
Lathe Chucks: The lathe chuck is a device for holding lathe work. lt is mounted on the nose of the
spindle. The work is held by jaws which can be moved in radial slots toward the center of the chuck to
clamp down on the sides of the work.
The 4-jaw independent lathe chuck (Fig.2A) is the most practical chuck for general work. The four
jaws are adjusted one at a time, making it possible to hold work of various shapes and to adjust the center
of the work to coincide the axis of the spindle .The 3-jaw universal chuck (Fig.2B) an be used only for
holding round or hexagonal work. All three jaws move in and out together in one operation and bring the
work on center automatically.

4-jaw independent lathe chuck 3-jaw universal chuck

Fig.2 lathe chuck

Cutting Speed is defined as the Speed at which a point on the Surface of the work passes the cutting edge
or point of the tool and is normally given in m/min. Cutting speed can be calculated by using the
following formula:
V=πDN/1000 m/min
Where:
N = Spindle Speed (RPM)
D = Diameter of Work piece (mm)
V= Cutting Speed of metal (m/min)
Feed rate: Feed rate is used to describe the distance the tool moves per revolution of the work piece and
depends largely on the surface finish required. For roughing out a soft material a feed of up to 0.25
mm/rev may be used.
Cutting Tool for Lathe: There are various kinds of the cutting tools for a lathe which depends on the
type of work materials and shape of the parts. Fig; 4(a) shows the well-used cutting tool called a side tool.
The cutting tool shown in Fig. 4(b) is used at parting and grooving processes. The cutting tool shown in
Fig.4(c) is called a boring bar. It is used to cut at an inside surface. It can make a big hole, which cannot
be process by a drill and a high accurate hole.

Fig.4 cutting tool used in lathe machine

Various cutting operations that can be performed on a lathe

Assignment :

(a) Measure all dimensions on the specimen turned by your group. Make a neat sketch and
indicate all measured dimensions.

(b) Discuss briefly how tapered portion was turned.

Exersise-1: You will need to use the Engine Lathe to perform the following operations in order to
make the following shaft.
 Facing
 Chamfering
 Straight turning
 Contour turning
 Taper turning
 Knurling
 Threading and
 Drilling

Fig
The equipments/tools you will use in this part include:
 Engine lathe
 Facing tool
 Turning tool
 Center drill
 Knurling tool
 Drill bit etc.
Experiment-2:
Study of Milling Machine and Its Various Operations
Milling machine is one of the most versatile conventional machine tools with a wide range of metal
cutting capability. Many complicated operations such as indexing, gang milling, and straddle milling etc.
can be carried out on a milling machine. Milling machines are among the most versatile and useful
machine tools due to their capabilities to perform a variety of operations. Milling machines can be
classified as horizontal and vertical.
(A)Horizontal Milling Machine

Column: The column houses the spindle, the bearings, the gearbox, the clutches, the shafts, the pumps
and the shifting mechanisms for transmitting power from the electric motor to the spindle at a selected
speed.

Knee: The knee mounted in front of the column is for up or down motion supporting the table and to
provide up and down motion along the Z axis.

Fig : Horizontal milling machine

Saddle : The saddle consists of two slide ways , one on the top and one at the bottom located at 90◦ to
each other for providing motions in the X or Y axes by means of lead screws.
Table: The table is mounted on top of the saddle and can be moved along the X axis. On top of the table
are some T-slots for the mounting of workpiece or clamping fixtures.

Arbor: The arbor is an extension of the spindle for mounting cutters. Usually, the thread end of an arbor
is of left hand helix.

(B) Vertical Milling Machine

Column : The column houses the spindle, the bearings, the gearbox, the clutches, the shafts, the pumps
and the shifting mechanisms for transmitting power from the electric motor to the spindle at a selected
speed.

Knee: the knee mounted in front of the column is for supporting the table and to provide an up or down
motion along the Z axis.

Saddle: The saddle consists of two slide ways, one on the top and one at the bottom located at 90◦to each
other, for providing motions in the X or Y axes by means of lead screws.

Table: The table is mounted on top of the saddle and can be moved along the X axis. On top of the table
are some T-slots for the mounting of workpiece or clamping fixtures.
Milling head : The milling head consisting the spindle, the motor and the feed control unit is mounted on
a swivel base such that it can be set at any angle to the table.

Ram: The ram on which the milling head is attached can be positioned forward and backward along the
slide ways on the top of the columns.

Various cutting operations that can be performed on milling machine

Peripheral Milling
a)slotting
b)slitting
c)slab milling
d)slitting
e)form milling
f)side milling
g)straddle milling
h)end milling
Face milling

Assignment :
a)
b)
Exercise-2: You will need to use the milling machine and perform the following milling operations
in in order to make the following product.
 Slotting
 Form Milling
 Pocket Milling
 End Milling
Experiment-3:
Study of Shaping Machine and Its Various Operations

The shaper is a relatively simple machine. It is used fairly often in the tool room or for machining one or
two pieces for prototype work. Tooling is simple and shapers do not always require operator attention
while cutting. The horizontal shaper is the most common type and its principal components are shown
below and described as follows:
Ram: The ram slides back and forth in dovetail or square ways to transmit power to the cutter. The
starting point and the length of the stroke can be adjusted.
Toolhead: The toolhead is fastened to the ram on a circular plate so that it can be rotated for making
angular cuts. The toolhead can also be moved up or down by its hand crank for precise depth adjustments.

Shaping machine
Clapper Box: The clapper box is needed because the cutter drags over the work on the return stroke. The
clapper box is hinged so that the cutting tool will not dig in. Often this clapper box is automatically raised
by mechanical, air or hydraulic action.
Table: the table is moved left and right, usually by hand, to position the work under the cutter when
setting up. Then either by hand or more often automatically the table is moved sideways to feed the work
under the cutter at the end or beginning of each stroke.
Quick Return Mechanism
The shaping machine is used to machine is used to machine flat metal surfaces especially where a large
amount of metal has to be removed. Other machines such as milling machines are much more expensive
and are more suited to removing smaller amounts of metal very accurately.
The reciprocating motion of the mechanism inside the shaping machine can be seen in the diagram. As
the disc rotates the top of the machine moves forwards and backwards pushing a cutting tool. The cutting
tool removes the metal from work which is carefully bolted down.

Quick return mechanism

Various cutting operations that can be performed on a Shaping Machine

GROOVES T -SLOT

DOVETAILS FLATS and ANGLES

Assignment :
a) Explain quick return mechanism with neat sketch
b) Difference between shaper and planer machine
c) Discuss how rotary motion transforms into linear motion in housing (body)

Exercise-3: You will need to use the shaping machine and perform the following shaping operations
in order to make the following product.
 Side cutting
 Plain shaping
 V-grooving
 Slotting
Experiment-4:
Study of Drilling Machine and Its Various Operations

A drill press is preferable to a hand drill when the location and orientation of the hole must be controlled
accurately. A drill press is composed of a base that supports a column, the column in turn supports a table.
Work can be supported on the table with a vise or hold down clamps or the table can be swiveled out of
the way to allow tall work to be supported directly on the base. Height of the table can be adjusted with a
table lift crank than locked I place with a table lock. The column also supports a head containing a motor.
The motor turns the spindle at a speed controlled by a variable speed control dial. The spindle holds a drill
chuck to hold the cutting tools (drill bits, center drills, deburring tools etc.)

Radial drilling machines: used on large workpieces, spindle mounts on radial arm allowing drilling
operations anywhere along the arm length.
Gang–drilling machines: independent columns each with different drilling operation work piece slide
from one column to next
 Radial drill machine Gang drill machine

Various operations that can be performed on a Drilling Machine

Assignment:
a) Drill bit is a single point cutting tool or multi point cutting tool?
b) Difference between counter boring and counter sinking
Exercise-4: You will need to use the drill press and perform the following drilling operations in
order to make the following product.
 Drilling
 Step drilling
 Counterboring
 Countersinking
 Reaming

Fig
The equipment you will use in this part includes:
 Scribe
 Drill press
 Center drill
 2drill bits
 Reamer
 Counter bore tool
 Countersink tool
Experiment-5:
Study of Grinding Machine and Its Various Operations

The grinding process consists of removing material from the workpiece by the use of a rotating wheel that
has a surface composed of abrasive grains. Grinding is considered to be the most accurate of the existing
machining processes, Grinding processes are used when high accuracies, close dimensional tolerances,
and a fine surface finishes are required. Grinding processes also allow for high production rates. This
allows for a lowered cost of production. Hard materials can also be machined.

Fig: Surface grinding machine

Surface grinding is most common of the grinding operations. A rotating wheel is used in the grinding of
flat surfaces. Types of surface grinding are vertical spindle and rotary tables.

Internal grinding is used to grind the inside diameter of the workpiece. Tapered holes can be ground
with the use of internal grinders that can swivel ion the horizontal.
Cylindrical grinding is also called center-type grinding and is used in the removing the cylindrical
surfaces and shoulders of the workpiece. Both the tool and the workpiece are rotated by separate motors
and at different speeds. The axes of rotation tool can be adjusted to produce a variety if shapes.

Common Grinding Wheels: A grinding wheel is made of abrasive grains held together by a bond. These
grains cut like teeth when the wheel is revolved at high speed and is brought to bear against a work piece.
The properties of a wheel that determine how it acts are the kind and size of abrasive how closely the
grains are packed together and amount if the bonding material.
Exercise-5: You will need to use the surface grinding machine and perform the surface grinding
operations in order to make the following part.
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Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

LABORATORY MANUAL
For the students of
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
2nd Year, 1st Semester

Student Name :
Student ID :
 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
IPE 2102: Manufacturing process sessional
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students shall not be allowed to perform any experiment without apron and
shoes.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. Viva for each experiment will be taken on the next day with the report.
5. The report should include the following:
 Top sheet with necessary information
 Main objectives
 Work material/machine/tool/equipment used (with their
specifications)
 Experimental procedures
 Experimental results and discussions (Experimental setup,
Experimental conditions, Data, Graph, calculation etc.)
 Conclusions
 Acknowledgements
 References
6. A quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
7. Marks distribution:

Total Marks
Report Attendance and Viva Quiz
30 30 40
Experiment-1
Study of Sand Casting and Casting Defects
Objectives:
 To understand the fundamental principles and basic operations of industrially used
casting processes
 To be conversant with commonly used terminology in casting process
 To learn about common casting defects
 To recognize the importance of safety in a foundry and execute proper safety measures in
carrying out casting processes.
Introduction:
This foundry workshop sessional aims to provide students good appreciation of commonly used
industrial casting technologies. The applications, limitations, advantages and common industrial
practices in obtaining integrity metal casting will be addressed throughout this sessional class.
This experiment will provide students with both theatrical and practical knowledge of foundry
and casting by short lectures and hand-on practices. Students can benefit the most by active
interactions with our staff members and self-exploration while ding the casting exercises.
Apparatus:
 Flask
 Master pattern
 Round nose trowel
 Rammer
 Slicker spoon
 Lifter/Cleaner
 Spatula
Process Description:
Sand casting is one of the traditional casting methods fabricating metal parts. The sand cast part
is produced by forming a mold from a sand mixture and pouring molten liquid metal into the
cavity in the mold. A pattern with a shape very similar to the desired casting, is first placed in
sand to make an imprint. A gating system is incorporated and the resultant cavity is filled with
molten metal. After the melts cool and solidify, casting can then be obtained by breaking the
sand mold. Since the molding material of sand casting is sand, rough surface and lack of
dimensional accuracy are the intended result and therefore post machining is usually needed.
Typical application of sand casting are machine tool bases, engine blocks and cylinder heads.
There are six steps in the process:
 Place a pattern in sand to create a mold.
 Incorporate gating system

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  Remove the pattern
 Fill the mold cavity with molten metal
 Allow the metal to cool
 Break away the sand mold and remove the casting.

Figure 1.1: A METAL CASTING POURED IN SAND MOLD

Casting defects:
Common casting defects are:
 Blow holes
 Gas porosity
 Shrinkage porosity
 Hot tear
 Misrun
 Cold shut
 Etc

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 Figure 1.2 Figure 1.3

Figure 1.4 Figure 1.5

Figure 1.6 Figure 1.7

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 1. Blow holes: Small holes visible on the surface of the casting are called open blows
whereas occurring below the surface of the casting.
Causes: High moisture in sand resulting in low permeability, very hard ramming of sand
and improper venting of mold.

Figure 1.8: Blow Hole

2. Misrun:It is a casting that is incomplete in its outermost sections, because either it is too
large or because the metal was poured with insufficient superheat.
Causes:Too cold molten metal, too thin casting section, too small gates

Figure 1.9: Misrun

3. Cold shut: It is an interface within a casting that lacks complete fusion and is formed
when two streams of liquid from two different directions come together after the leading
surfaces are solidified
Causes: Metal lacking in fluidity, too small gates, too cold molten metal.

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 Figure 1.10: Cold Shut
4. Shrinkage porosity:This is a porosity due to shrinkage. May be caused to any kind of
castings.
Causes: Non-uniformity of metal cooling and insufficient metal pouring may result in
shrinkage porosity. So enough material should be poured through the riser.

Figure 1.11
5. Hot tear: Inter-granular (along grain boundaries) failure at a high temperature the larger
sections for intensive strain induced by solid contraction of adjacent thinner section.
Causes:Excessive mold hardness, high drag and hot strength of sand mold, too much
shrinkage of metal while solidifying, too low pouring temperature

Figure 1.12

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 6. Gas porosity: Formation of bubbles within the casting after it has cooled.Solubility in
liquid is high but in solid it is low. So, gas is rejected during cooling.
Causes: Using faulty or poor quality metal, use excessive moist sand

Figure 1.13

Figure 1.14

Assignments:

 Define Pattern. List different types of patterns in foundry.

 Describe the different types of pattern allowances. Can any of the allowances be
negative? If yes, then explain why?
 What are the usual defects in green sand casting? What may be their remedies?

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Experiment-2
Study of Different types of Joints and Defects by Arc-Welding TIG
MIG Welding
Arc Welding:
Objective:
 Get familiar with arc and TIG MIG welding.
 To weld 3 pieces of dimensions 40mm*80mm making butt and lap joints.
 Get acquainted with different types of welding defects.
Apparatus:
 Welding holders
 Electrodes
 Arc-welding machine
 Arc-welding station
 Gloves
 Welding screen
 Tong and
 Chipping Hammer
Process (Arc Welding) Detail:
Arc welding is a process where two or more metals are joined by the immense heat generated by
the arc produced between the filler metal and the work piece (s).Filter metal is the material that is
added to the weld pool to assist in filling the gap (or groove). Filler metal forms an integral part
of the weld.Filler rods have the same or nearly the same chemical composition as the base metal.
During welding, if the metal is heated/melted in air, oxygen from the air combines with the metal
to form oxides which result in poor quality, low strength welds or, in some cases, may even
make welding impossible. A flux is a material used to prevent, dissolve or facilitate removal of
oxides and other undesirable substances. A flux prevents the oxidation of molten metal. The flux
(material) is fusible and non-metallic.During welding, flux chemically reacts with the oxides and
a slag is formed that floats to and covers the top of the molten puddle of metal and thus helps
keep out atmospheric oxygen and other gases.

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 Figure 2.1: Filler rod

Figure 2.2: Joints produced by arc welding

Procedures:
 Keep two pieces side by side and make a small weld on the edges of the two sides. See
that the pieces are uniformly joint.
 Make a clean welding by moving the electrode (held in the holder slowly along the joint
on both sides).
 Now hold the pieces with a long and chip off the flux with a chipping hammer.
 Now place the third piece on the other work pieces such that half of the piece lies on it.
 Now proceed as earlier.
Precautions:
 Wear an apron.
 Wear a full sleeves cotton shirt so that sparks don’t harm.
 Wear shoes with a rubber sole.
 Use a shield to protect eyes from spark.
 Handle the equipment carefully.

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WELDING PROCESSES
Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG):Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) or Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) is
an arc welding process that uses a non-consumable tungstenelectrode and an inert gas for arc
shielding. Under the correct conditions, the electrode does not melt, although the work does at
the point where the arc contacts and produces a weld pool. The TIG process can be implemented
with or without a filler metal. Figure 1 illustrates the latter case.When a filler metal is used, it is
added to the weld pool from a separate rod or wire, being melted by the heat of the arc rather
than transferred across the arc as in the consumable electrode arc welding processes. Tungsten is
a good electrode material due to its high melting point of 34100C (61700F).
Since tungsten is sensitive to oxygen in the air, good shielding with oxygen-free gas is
required.Typical shielding gases include argon, helium, or a mixture of these gas elements. TIG
welding is easily performed on a variety of materials, from steel and its alloys to aluminum,
magnesium, copper, brass, nickel, titanium, etc. Virtually any metal that is conductive lends
itself to being welded using GTAW. Its clean, high-quality welds often require little or no post-
weld finishing. This method produces the finest, strongest welds out of all the welding processes.
However, it’s also one of the slower methods of arc welding.

Figure 2.3

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Metal Inert Gas (MIG): Metal Inert Gas (MIG) is an arc welding process that uses a
consumable electrode consistingof a filler metal rod coated with chemicals that provide
shielding.The process is illustratedin Figure2. Under the correct conditions, the wire is fed at a
constant rate to the arc, matching the rate at which the arc melts it. The filler metal is the thin
wire that’s fed automatically into the pool where it melts. The filler metal used in the rod must be
compatible with the metal to be welded, the composition usually being very close to that of the
base metal.
The coating on the rod consists of powdered cellulose mixed with oxides, carbonates, and other
ingredients, held together by a silicate binder. Metal powders are also sometimes included in the
coating to increase the amount of filler metal and to add alloying elements. The heat of the
welding process melts the coating to provide a protective atmosphere and slag for the welding
operation. It also helps to stabilize the arc and regulate the rate at which the electrode melts.

Figure 2.4
The molten metal is sensitive to oxygen in the air, good shielding with oxygen-free gases is
required. This shielding gas (Argon, Helium, etc.) provides a stable, inert environment to protect
the weld pool as it solidifies. Consequently it is known as MIG (metal inert gas) welding. Since
fluxes are not used, the welds produced are sound, free of contaminants, and as corrosion-
resistant as the parent metal.Argon, helium, and carbon dioxide can be used alone or in various
combinations for MIG welding of ferrous metals

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Welding Joints:

Figure 2.5:Standard Weld Joints

Figure 2.6: Other basic Weld Joints

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Common Welding Defects:
Arc strike cracking
Arc strike cracking occurs when the arc is struck but the spot is not welded. This occurs because
the spot is heated above the material's upper critical temperature and then essentially quenched.
This forms martensite, which is brittle and may lead to higher chances of micro-cracks. Usually
the arc is struck in the weld groove so this type of crack does not occur, but if the arc is struck
outside of the weld groove then it must be welded over to prevent the cracking. If this is not an
option then the arc spot can be post heated, that is, the area is heated with an oxy-acetylene torch,
and then allowed to cool slowly.
Cold cracking
Residual stresses can reduce the strength of the base material, and can lead to catastrophic failure
through cold cracking. Cold cracking is limited to steels and is associated with the formation
of martensite as the weld cools. The cracking occurs in the heat-affected zone of the base
material. To reduce the amount of distortion and residual stresses, the amount of heat input
should be limited, and the welding sequence used should not be from one end directly to the
other, but rather in segments.[7]
Cold cracking only occurs when all the following preconditions are met:

 susceptible microstructure (e.g. martensite)

 hydrogen present in the microstructure (hydrogen embrittlement)
 service temperature environment (normal atmospheric pressure): -100 to +100 °F
 high restraint
Eliminating any one of these will eliminate this condition.
Crater crack
Crater cracks occur when a crater is not filled before the arc is broken. This causes the outer
edges of the crater to cool more quickly than the crater, which creates sufficient stresses to form
a crack. Longitudinal, transverse and/or multiple radial cracks may form.
Hat crack

Figure 2.7
Hat cracks get their name from the shape of the cross-section of the weld, because the weld flares
out at the face of the weld. The crack starts at the fusion line and extends up through the weld.
They are usually caused by too much voltage or not enough speed.
Hot cracking

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Hot cracking, also known as solidification cracking, can occur with all metals, and happens in
the fusion zone of a weld. To diminish the probability of this type of cracking, excess material
restraint should be avoided, and a proper filler material should be utilized.Other causes include
too high welding current, poor joint design that does not diffuse heat, impurities (such
as sulfur and phosphorus), preheating, speed is too fast, and long arcs.
Underbead crack
An undercut crack, also known as a heat-affected zone (HAZ) crack, is a crack that forms a short
distance away from the fusion line; it occurs in low alloy and high alloy steel. The exact causes
of this type of crack are not completely understood, but it is known that dissolved hydrogen must
be present. The other factor that affects this type of crack is internal stresses resulting from:
unequal contraction between the base metal and the weld metal, restraint of the base metal,
stresses from the formation of martensite, and stresses from the precipitation of hydrogen out of
the metal.
Longitudinal crack
Longitudinal cracks run along the length of a weld bead. There are three types: check
cracks, root cracks, and full centerline cracks. Check cracks are visible from the surface and
extend partially into the weld. They are usually caused by high shrinkage stresses, especially on
final passes, or by a hot cracking mechanism. Root cracks start at the root and extent part way
into the weld. They are the most common type of longitudinal crack because of the small size of
the first weld bead. If this type of crack is not addressed then it will usually propagate into
subsequent weld passes, which is how full cracks (a crack from the root to the surface) usually
form.[8]
Reheat cracking
Reheat cracking is a type of cracking that occurs in HSLA steels,
particularly chromium, molybdenum and vanadium steels, during postheating. The phenomenon
has also been observed in austenitic stainless steels. It is caused by the poor creep ductility of the
heat affected zone. Any existing defects or notches aggravate crack formation. Things that help
prevent reheat cracking include heat treating first with a low temperature soak and then with a
rapid heating to high temperatures, grinding or peening the weld toes, and using a two layer
welding technique to refine the HAZ grain structure.
Root and toe cracks
A root crack is the crack formed by the short bead at the root(of edge preparation) beginning of
the welding, low current at the beginning and due to improper filler material used for welding.
Major reason for happening of these types of cracks is hydrogen embrittlement. These types of
defects can be eliminated using high current at the starting and proper filler material. Toe crack
occurs due to moisture content present in the welded area, it as a part of the surface crack so can
be easily detected. Preheating and proper joint formation is must for eliminating these types of
defects.
Transverse crack
Transverse cracks are perpendicular to the direction of the weld. These are generally the result of
longitudinal shrinkage stresses acting on weld metal of low ductility. Crater cracks occur in the
crater when the welding arc is terminated prematurely. Crater cracks are normally shallow, hot

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cracks usually forming single or star cracks. These cracks usually start at a crater pipe and extend
longitudinal in the crater. However, they may propagate into longitudinal weld cracks in the rest
of the weld.
Distortion
Welding methods that involve the melting of metal at the site of the joint necessarily are prone to
shrinkage as the heated metal cools. Shrinkage then introduces residual stresses and distortion.
Distortion can pose a major problem, since the final product is not the desired shape. To alleviate
certain types of distortion the workpieces can be offset so that after welding the product is the
correct shape. The following pictures describe various types of welding distortion:[15]

Figure 2.8: Transverse shrinkage

Figure 2.9: Angular distortion

Figure 2.10: Longitudinal shrinkage

Figure 2.11: Fillet distortion

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 Figure 2.12: Neutral axis distortion
Gas inclusion
Gas inclusions is a wide variety of defects that includes porosity, blow holes,
and pipes (or wormholes). The underlying cause for gas inclusions is the entrapment of gas
within the solidified weld. Gas formation can be from any of the following causes:
high sulphar content in the workpiece or electrode, excessive moisture from the electrode or
workpiece, too short of an arc, or wrong welding current or polarity.
Inclusions
There are two types of inclusions: linear inclusions and rounded inclusions. Inclusions can be
either isolated or cumulative. Linear inclusions occur when there is slag or flux in the weld. Slag
forms from the use of a flux, which is why this type of defect usually occurs in welding
processes that use flux, such as shielded metal arc welding, flux-cored arc welding,
and submerged arc welding, but it can also occur in gas metal arc welding. This defect usually
occurs in welds that require multiple passes and there is poor overlap between the welds. The
poor overlap does not allow the slag from the previous weld to melt out and rise to the top of the
new weld bead. It can also occur if the previous weld left an undercut or an uneven surface
profile. To prevent slag inclusions the slag should be cleaned from the weld bead between passes
via grinding, wire brushing, or chipping.
Isolated inclusions occur when rust or mill scale is present on the base metal.
Lack of fusion and incomplete penetration
Lack of fusion is the poor adhesion of the weld bead to the base metal; incomplete penetration is
a weld bead that does not start at the root of the weld groove. Incomplete penetration forms
channels and crevices in the root of the weld which can cause serious issues in pipes because
corrosive substances can settle in these areas. These types of defects occur when the welding
procedures are not adhered to; possible causes include the current setting, arc length, electrode
angle, and electrode manipulation. Defects can be varied and classified as critical or non critical.
Porosity (bubbles) in the weld are usually acceptable to a certain degree. Slag inclusions,
undercut, and cracks are usually unacceptable. Some porosity, cracks, and slag inclusions are
visible and may not need further inspection to require their removal. Small defects such as these
can be verified by Liquid Penetrant Testing (Dye check). Slag inclusions and cracks just below
the surface can be discovered by Magnetic Particle Inspection. Deeper defects can be detected
using the Radiographic (X-rays) and/or Ultrasound (sound waves) testing techniques.
Undercut

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 Figure 2.13
Undercutting occurs when the weld reduces the cross-sectional thickness of the base metal and
which reduces the strength of the weld and workpieces. One reason for this type of defect is
excessive current, causing the edges of the joint to melt and drain into the weld; this leaves a
drain-like impression along the length of the weld. Another reason is if a poor technique is used
that does not deposit enough filler metal along the edges of the weld. A third reason is using an
incorrect filler metal, because it will create greater temperature gradients between the center of
the weld and the edges. Other causes include too small of an electrode angle, a dampened
electrode, excessive arc length, and slow speed.

Assignments:
 What are the criteria for good welding?
 How penetration of welding joint can be varied?
 Discuss the problems faced in arc welding.
 Why shielded electrodes are used?
 What do you understand by straight and reverse polarity?
 Differentiate between traverse crack and hat crack.
 What can be remedies of gas inclusion and distortion?

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Experiment-3
Different Types if Turning Operations in Lathe Machine
Objectives:
 Become familiar with basic lathe operations.
 Experiencing various types of turning operations in lathe machine.
 Learn to calculate cutting speed, material removal rate, and spindle horsepower.
Introduction:
Turning is the process whereby a center lathe is used to produce "solids of revolution". It can be
done manually, in a traditional form of lathe, which frequently requires continuous supervision
by the operator, or by using a computer controlled and automated lathe which does not. This type
of machine tool is referred to as having computer numerical control, better known as CNC and is
commonly used with many other types of machine tool besides the lathe.
When turning, a piece of material (wood, metal, plastic even stone) is rotated and a cutting tool is
traversed along 2 axes of motion to produce precise diameters and depths. Turning can be either
on the outside of the cylinder or on the inside (also known as boring) to produce tubular
components to various geometries. Although now quite rare, early lathes could even be used to
produce complex geometric figures, even the platonic solids; although until the advent of CNC it
had become unusual to use one for this purpose for the last three quarters of the twentieth
century. It is said that the lathe is the only machine tool that can reproduce itself.
Different types of turning operations:
1. Straight turning
2. Taper turning
3. Facing
4. Grooving
5. Boring
6. Threading
7. Knurling
8. Drilling
9. Countersinking
10. Counterboring
11. Etc.
Straight Turning:
In straight turning the feed of the tool is parallel to the axis of rotation of the job resulting in a
straight cylindrical shape.

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 Figure 3.1: Straight Turning
Taper Turning:
Instead of feed the tool parallel to the axis of rotation of the work, the tool is fed at an angle, thus
creating a taper cylinder or conical shape.

Taper
turning
Figure 3.2: Taper Turning

Facing:
The tool is fed radially into the rotating work on one end to create a flat surface on the end.

Facing
Figure 3.3: Facing
Grooving:
In this the shape of the cutting tool is imparted on the job. So it is also called form turning or
forming.

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 Figure 3.4: Grooving

Boring:
A single point is fed linearly parallel to the axis of rotation, on the inside diameter of an existing
hole in the part.

Bori
ng
Figure 3.5: Taper Turning
Threading: A pointed tool is fed linearly across the outside surface of the rotating work part in a
direction parallel to the axis of rotation at a large effective feed rate, thus creating threads in the
cylinder.

Threading
Figure 3.6: Threading
Drilling: Drilling can be performed on a lathe by feeding the drill into the rotating work along its
axis. Reaming can be performed in a similar way.

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 rillin
g
Figure 3.7: Drilling

Counterboring:
Counterboring is the process of producing a cylindrical flat-bottomed hole that enlarges another
coaxial hole. A counterbore hole is typically used when a fastener, such as a socket head cap
screw, is required to sit flush with or below the level of a work piece’s surface.

Figure 3.8: Counterboring

Counterbores are made with standard dimensions for a certain size of screw or are produced in
sizes that are not related to any particular screw size. In either case, the tip of the counterbore has
a reduced diameter section referred to as the pilot, a feature essential to assuring concentricity
between the counterbore and the hole being counterbored. Counterboring can be done by lathe,
milling or drilling machines.

Figure 3.9: Counterboring tools

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Countersinking:
A countersink is a conical hole cut into a manufactured object, or the cutter used to cut such a
hole. A common use is to allow the head of a countersunk bolt or screw, when placed in the hole,
to sit flush with or below the surface of the surrounding material (by comparison,
a counterbore makes a flat-bottomed hole that might be used with a socket-head cap screw). A
countersink may also be used to remove the burr left from a drilling or tapping operation thereby
improving the finish of the product and removing any hazardous sharp edges.

Figure 3.10: Cross-section of countersunk holes of chamfer angles

Countersinking tools can ne fluted or non-fluted. The fluted countersink cutter is used to provide
a heavy chamfer in the entrance to a drilled hole. This may be required to allow the correct
seating for a countersunk-head screw or to provide the lead in for a second machining operation
such as tapping. Countersink cutters are manufactured with six common angles, which are 60°,
82°, 90°, 100°, 110°, or 120°.

Figure 3.11: Countersinking cutters (4-fluted and non-fluted)

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 Figure 3.12: Different types of turning operations

Precautions:
 Never turn on the lathe machine when the tool and work piece is in contact.
 Wear shoes and apron to protect skin from heated chips.
Assignments:
 Differentiate between countersinking and counter-boring operation.
 Explain the function of cutting fluid in lathe work.
 Explain why high RPM does not mean high cutting speed?
 What are the four ways of taper turning in a lathe machine?

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Experiment-4
Study of Different Types of Milling Operations in Order to Make a
Part
Objectives:
 Become familiar with basic milling operations
 Get firsthand experience at trying to maintain tolerances in machining.
 Learn to calculate cutting speed, material removal rate, spindle horsepower etc.
 Become familiar with different types of milling cutters.
Apparatus:
 Milling machine
 Vice
 Job
 Different types of milling cutters
Types of milling machine:
There are two major types of milling machine, the vertical milling machine and the horizontal
milling machine. As their names imply, a vertical milling machine spindle is vertical and the
horizontal milling machine spindle is horizontal (Figure: 4.1). In addition the vertical milling
machine has a machine table that moves perpendicular to the spindle axis of rotation and the
horizontal milling machine has a work table that moves parallel to the spindle axis of
rotation(Figure: 4.2).
The vertical milling machine is the most common type found in the machine shop today.
However during the first half of 20th century the horizontal milling machine was the primary
machine tool used for milling purposes. There are far fewer horizontal milling machines in
production today than vertical machines. Another type of mill is the combination milling
machine (Figure: 4.3). This is a hybrid of the vertical and horizontal. Still another type of
specialty milling machine is the universal milling machine (Figure: 4.4). It is usually a horizontal
milling machine with a swiveling plate. This type of milling machine will be shown in the
machine tool sessional lab.

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 Figure: 4.1 Figure: 4.2

Figure: 4.3 Figure: 4.4

Parts of Horizontal Milling Machine:

Column: The column houses the spindle, the bearings, the gearbox, the clutches, the
shafts, the pumps, and the shifting mechanisms for transmitting power from the electric
motor to the spindle at a selected speed.
Knee: The knee mounted in front of the column is for supporting the table and to provide
an up or down motion along the Z axis.

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 Saddle: The saddle consists of two slide ways, one on the top and one at the bottom
located at 90º to each other, for providing motions in the X or Y axes by means of lead
screws
Table: The table is mounted on top of the saddle and can be moved along the X axis. On
top of the table are some T-slots for the mounting of work piece or clamping fixtures.
Arbor: The arbor is an extension of the spindle for mounting cutters. Usually, the thread
end of an arbor is of left hand helix.

Figure 4.5: Horizontal Milling Machine

Parts of Vertical Milling Machine:
Column: The column houses the spindle, the bearings, the gearbox, the clutches, the
shafts, the pumps, and the shifting mechanisms for transmitting power from the electric
motor to the spindle at a selected speed.
Knee: The knee mounted in front of the column is for supporting the table and to provide
an up or down motion along the Z axis.
Saddle: The saddle consists of two slide ways, one on the top and one at the bottom
located at 90º to each other, for providing motions in the X or Y axes by means of lead
screws.
Table: The table is mounted on top of the saddle and can be moved along the X axis. On
top of the table are some T-slots for the mounting of work piece or clamping fixtures.
Milling head: The milling head consisting the spindle, the motor, and the feed control
unit is mounted on a swivel base such that it can be set at any angle to the table.

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 Ram: The ram on which the milling head is attached can be positioned forward and
backward along the slideways on the top of the column.
Ram

Figure 4.6: Vertical Milling Machine

Milling Methods:
1.Up Milling:
In up cut milling, the cutter rotates in a direction opposite to the table feed as illustrated in the
following Figure. It is conventionally used in most milling operations because the backlash
between the lead screw and the nut of the machine table can be eliminated.

Figure 4.7: Up milling Figure 4.8: Down milling

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2. Down Milling:
In down cut milling, the cutter rotates in the same direction as the table feed as illustrated in the
following Figure. This method is also known as Climb Milling and can only be used on
machines equipped with a backlash eliminator or on a CNC milling machine. This method, when
properly treated, will require less power in feeding the table and give a better surface finish on
the work piece.
Classification of Milling Operations:
 Peripheral Milling: In peripheral milling, the milled surface is generated by teeth
located on the periphery of the cutter body. The axis of cutter rotation is generally in a
plane parallel to the work piece surface to be machined. Slab milling, slotting, slitting etc.
are examples of peripheral milling.
 Face Milling: In face milling, the cutter is mounted on a spindle having an axis of
rotation perpendicular to the work piece surface. The milled surface results from the
action of cutting edges located on the periphery and face of the cutter. Conventional
milling, partial face milling, end milling, surface contouring etc. are examples of face
milling.

Fig 4.9:Peripheral Fig 4.10: Face

Milling Milling

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 SlottingD

StraddleSlitting

Figure 4.11: Different types of milling operations

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Formulae Necessary for Calculations:
1000 V
Spindle Speed, N 
D
Where
N = R.P.M. of the cutter
V = Linear cutting speed of the material in m/min. (as shown in Table-1 )
D = Diameter of cutter in mm
Table feed rate, f= ft. N. n
Materialremoval rate, MRR= w. d. f
Where,
f = Table fee
d in mm/min
ft = Movement per tooth of cutter in mm or chip load in mm/tooth
n = No. of teeth of cutter end
N = R.P.M. of the cutter
w = Width of cut
d = Depth of cut

Table-1: Cutting speed and Feed rate for some common material

Tool Material High Speed Steel Carbide

Material Cutting speed (v) Feed (f) Cutting speed (v)

Mild Steel 25 0.08 100

Aluminium 100 0.15 500

Hardened Steel --- --- 50

Assignments:
 Explain the differences between peripheral and face milling.
 List four types of knee and column type milling machines.
 Differentiate between up milling and down milling. Which method do you think is more
efficient?
 What are the functions of arbor and ram of a horizontal milling machine?

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Experiment-5
Study of Different Types of Operation in Grinding Machine
Objectives:
 Becoming familiar with the grinding machine and its various operations.
 Study of different types of grinding wheels.
 To learn about proper safety measures and their applications while using the machine.
Apparatus:
 Grinding machine
 Grinding wheels
 Work piece
 Vice
Introduction to Grinding Process and Grinding Machine:
Grinding is basically an abrasive machining process. Abrasive machining is the basic process in
which chips are formed by very small cutting edges that is the integral part of the abrasive
particles. The results that can be obtained from abrasive machining like grinding range from the
finest and smoothest surfaces produced by any machining processes, in which very little material
is removed, to rough, coarse surfaces and accompany high material removal rate(MRR). The
abrasive particles may be (1) Free, (2) Mounted in resin on a belt, or (3) Close packed into
wheels or stones, with abrasives held together by bonding material called bonded product. The
metal removal process is basically the same in all three cases but with important differences due
to spacing of active grains and degree of fixation of grains. Different types of abrasive machining
includes:
 Grinding: It uses wheels as machining tool and provides accurate sizing, finishing and
low MRR.
 Abrasive Machining:Its MRR is high and used to obtain desired shapes and approximate
sizes.
 Snagging: High MRR, rough rapid technique to clean up castings, forgings.
 Honing: “Stones” containing fine abrasives are uses as tool, primarily a hole finishing
process.
 Lapping: Fine particles embedded in soft metal or cloth; primarily a surface-finishing
process.
An abrasive is a hard and tough substance. It has many sharp edges. An abrasive cuts or wears
away materials that are softer than it. So in abrasive machining abrasives are used as cutting
tools or materials. The following figure shows an illustration of a typical grinding machine. The
main parts of the machine are
1. Base/Bed
2. Column

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 3. Saddle
4. Table

Figure 5.1: Schematic illustration of grinding machine

5. Wheel guard
6. Wheel head
Properties of Abrasives:
 Penetration Hardness: This property refers to tire ability of the scratch or cut a softer
material.
 Fracture Resistance: This property refers to the abilityof an abrasive material to resist
breaking or cracking under load.
 Wear Resistance: It refers to the ability of the abrasive grain to maintain sharpness.
Wear resistance is largely related to penetration hardness and tensile strength of the
abrasive.
Types of Abrasives:
 Natural Abrasives: Natural abrasives are obtained from nature. They are being replaced
by artificial ones, Except for diamond, the natural abrasives are relatively soft in
comparison to artificial abrasives. Some of the natural abrasives are:
1. Crocus: Reddish-brown oxide of iron and may be natural or synthetic.
2. Emery: Composed of corundrum (A1203) and 40% iron oxide and other impurities.
3. Diamond: The hardest material known, is used in the form of grains bonded together to
form an abrasive stick or grinding wheel.

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  Artificial Abrasives: They are harder and have greater impact toughness than any
natural abrasives except diamond. The commonly used artificial abrasives are Silicon
Carbide, Aluminum Oxide, Boron Carbide, Synthetic diamond etc.

Grinding Wheels and Their Selection:

A grinding wheel is made of abrasive grains held together by a bond. These grains cut like teeth
when the wheel is revolved at high speed and is brought to bear against a work piece. The
properties of a wheel that determine how it acts are the kind and size of abrasive, how closely
the grains are packed together and amount of the bonding material.

Figure 5.2: Common types of grinding wheels

Cutting Action of Grinding Wheel:
Each abrasive grain in a grinding wheel is a cutting tool. Each has sharp cutting edge which
cutoff tiny particles from the metal being ground. The following figure shows a schematic view
of cutting action by grinding wheel.

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 Figure 5.3: Cutting action of wheel
Classification of Grinding Operations:
 Rough Machining Operations: On abrasive-machining operations, metal is removed more
rapidly than on finish-grinding operations. It involves depth of cut 1.5mm or more.
 Finish Grinding: On finish-grinding operations, grinding wheels remove metal relatively
slowly in comparison with other cutting tools. Finish grinding usually follows other rough-
machining slowly in comparison with other cutting tools. It usually follows rough-machining
operations, and generally involves machining to very close tolerance.Three types of precision
grinding exists
 External cylindrical grinding
 Internal cylindrical grinding
 Surface grinding
Surface grinding:It is most common of the grinding operations. A rotating wheel is used
in the grinding of flat surfaces. Types of surface grinding are vertical spindle and rotary
tables.

Figure 5.4: Different types of grinding operations

Cylindrical grinding is also called center-type grinding and is used in the removing the
cylindrical surfaces and shoulders of the workpiece. Both the tool and the workpiece are
rotated by separate motors and at different speeds. The axes of rotation tool can be
adjusted to produce a variety of shapes.

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 Figure5.5:
Examples of various
cylindrical grinding
operations. (a)
Traverse grinding,
(b) plunge grinding,
and (c) profile
grinding.

Internal grinding is used to grind the inside diameter of the workpiece. Tapered holes
can be ground with the use of internal grinders that can swivel on the horizontal.

Figure 5.6: Schematic of Internal Grinding

Turing of Grinding Wheels:

A grinding wheel should be trued each time it is put on the spindle. It should be dressed
whenever it becomes dull, loaded or grazed with use. Turing refers to correcting an out of round
condition of the wheel. A dressing tool is used to remove particles of the abrasive from the high
part of wheel. Turing also refers to remove particles of the abrasive from the high part of the
wheel. Turing also refers to forming the wheel to a particular shape, such as concave or convex.
To be in good condition, the wheel must be sharp and run true on both the periphery and the
sides.
Dressing produces a sharp grinding surface. A diamond tool is used to remove the dull or loaded
surface of the wheel. Dressing is necessary whenever the wheel cuts poorly, usually resulting in
burning the work.

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Calculation of Grinding Ratio:

Figure 5.7
Where,
D=Grinding wheel diameter
d= Wheel depth of cut
V= Tangential velocity
v= Workpiece velocity
t= Undeformed thickness (grain depth of cut)
Grinding ratio, G=Volume of material removed/Volume of wheel wear

Assignments:
 Why is grinding an abrasive machining process?
 Differentiate between rough and finish grinding process.
 Why is dressing of wheel necessary for grinding? Explain.
 What do you understand by fracture resistance and wear resistance?
 Calculate the MRR of your machining operation.

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Experiment-6:
Study of Shaping Machine, Its Various Operations and MRR calculation

Objective: The objective of this experiment is to get familiar with shaper machine, its operation
and calculation of material removal rate.
Apparatus:
 Shaper machine
 Vice
 Job
 Single point cutting tool
Shaper Machine and its components:
Ram: The ram slides back and forth in dovetail or square ways to transmit power to the cutter.
The starting point and the length of the stroke can be adjusted.
Toolhead: The toolhead is fastened to the ram on a circular plate so that it can be rotated for
making angular cuts. The toolhead can also be moved up or down by its hand crank for precise
depth adjustments.

Figure 6.1: Shaping machine

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Clapper Box: The clapper box is needed because the cutter drags over the work on the return
stroke. The clapper box is hinged so that the cutting tool will not dig in. Often this clapper box is
automatically raised by mechanical, air or hydraulic action.
Table: the table is moved left and right, usually by hand, to position the work under the cutter
when setting up. Then either by hand or more often automatically the table is moved sideways to
feed the work under the cutter at the end or beginning of each stroke.

Quick Return Mechanism

The shaping machine is used to machine is used to machine flat metal surfaces especially where
a large amount of metal has to be removed. Other machines such as milling machines are much
more expensive and are more suited to removing smaller amounts of metal very accurately.
The reciprocating motion of the mechanism inside the shaping machine can be seen in the
diagram. As the disc rotates the top of the machine moves forwards and backwards pushing a
cutting tool. The cutting tool removes the metal from work which is carefully bolted down.

Figure 6.2: Quick return mechanism

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Various cutting operations that can be performed on a Shaping Machine

GROOVES T -SLOT

DOVETAILS FLATS and ANGLES

Figure 6.3
Calculation of MRR (Material Removal Rate):
MRR = d . w. t / total machining time
where, d = length of job
w = width of job
t = depth of cut
Assignments:
 Explain quick return mechanism with neat sketch.
 Difference between shaper and planer machine.
 How many degrees of freedom are there in a shaper machine?
 What are functions of the clapper box?
 What are the advantages and disadvantages of high MRR?

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Experiment-7
Study of Injection Molding Machine and its operations
Objectives:
 Becoming familiar with injection molding machine.
 To learn about plastic processing operation.
 Learning about common injection molding defects.
Process Description:
The plastic melt flows from the injection nozzles and enters the mold at the sprue. From the
sprue the plastic flows into the runners and ultimately through the gates into the part. Gate and
runner design is an important part of the mold design. To help ensure that the mold fills
completely, one should balance the mold so that all cavities fill at the same time. When the
cavities are the same, a symmetric layout is used. If the cavities are all markedly different, often
the gates and runners must be sized/shaped differently in order to allow all cavities to fill in the
same amount of time.

Sprue

Gate

Runner
Mold
Cavit
y

Figure 7.1
There are two basic types of injection molding press.
1. Plunger type
2. Screw type

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Screw Type Injection Presses: The original plunger type has had one important
modification. A reciprocating screw now forces material into the mold. This screw
action ensures that the same amount of material is always metered in, and it is equally
dense along the length of the screw. Additionally the material will be much better mixed
by the screw action which helps to maintain better consistency from shot to shot. Since
the screw action generally helps to pack the material in better, a given plunger travel will
push more material into the cavity. Finally the action of the screw, as it rotates and
mixes, adds energy to the melt. However, band heaters are still needed to fully heat the
melt. All of this results in a much better and more consistent part. This is why the screw press is
essentially the only press found in industry. Small plunger presses are still made for
prototype/lab purposes.

Hopper
Band
Nozzle Heaters Screw meters plastic,
Plunger provides
pressure

Shooting Reciprocating
Pot Screw

Figure 7.2: Schematic of Injection molding press

The injection molding screw plunges forward to provide holding and packing pressure. The
screw rotates as it retracts to meter and plasticize the melt. The screw is broken up into 3
regions. The Feed Section draws material from the hopper and starts movement into the shooting
pot. In this section, channels between the flights are deep and the depth is constant. The next
section, called the Transition Section, compresses and melts the plastic pellets. Most
plasticization occurs in this section. The root diameter tapers, causing the channel depth to
decrease. In the last section, the Metering Section, the correct fill is precisely measured out.
This section has a constant channel depth.

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 Feed Section Transition Metering
Section Section
Figure 7.3: Different section of the Injection molding machine
Plunger Type Injection Molding Press: In this molding press, the plastic is fed into the mold
when a cylinder plunger extends and forces the plastic into the mold. After the plunger retracts
more material can be fed from the hopper to the shooting pot. (Thus the stroke of the plunger
determines the additional material fed in each time.) Of course the shooting pot is long enough
to hold several shots, so the plastics stays in the pot for a while, giving the band heaters time to
heat and melt the plastic. Notice the torpedo, which is basically an obstruction to the plastic flow
in the shooting pot. As the plastic moves around the torpedo, it is better mixed.

Hopper
Torped Shooting Plunger
o Pot

Nozzle
Band
Heaters
Figure 7.4: Schematic view of Plunger type Injection Molding Machine
Generally, there are three common parameters used to describe the injection molding press
capacity: clamping force, shot size, and injection pressure.
 Clamping force is usually the most common method to refer to the injection molding
press capacity. Thus, presses are talked about as being 20 ton, 50 ton, etc. The clamping
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  Shot size is the amount of material that can be transferred into the mold in one shot.
Shot sizes are usually specified in cubic centimeters or ounces.
 Injection pressure is the pressure at the sprue that forces or injects the plastic melt into
the mold. Specification by this parameter refers to the maximum injection pressure.
Injection Molding Defects:
 Short Shot
 Flashing
 Weld Lines
 Jetting
 Ejector Pin Marks
 Sink Marks
 Warpage

Gate
Gate

Weld Line

Figure 7.5: Short shot Figure7.6: Weld line

Figure7.7: Jetting Figure 7.8: Sink marks

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 Figure 7.9: Flash

Figure 7.10: Warpage

Short Shot:Short shot occurs when there is insufficient material to fill the mold cavity and/or the
material solidifies too soon. It has several causes, including insufficient injection pressure, or
insufficient time allowed during the injection process. Sometimes the material will freeze in a
given section before it can reach the edges of the mold.
Flashing:Flashing occurs when there is too much material and it pushes its way out of the die;
basically, the material overflows the cavity. This can be caused by too much injection pressure,
too much injection time, or insufficient clamping force. It also can be caused by a poorly
machined die that does not properly seal off the cavity.
Weld Lines: Weld lines occur when flow fronts meet in the mold. In addition to being
aesthetically unappealing, weld lines decrease the strength of the part. This normally occurs

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around holes or obstructions and causes very weak areas in the molded part. Additionally, weld
lines are much more pronounced if flow fronts are moving in completely opposite directions, as
opposed to when the flow fronts share some components of velocity. Weld lines are more
pronounced if melt is cooler when fronts meet.
Weld Lines: Weld lines occur when flow fronts meet in the mold. In addition to being
aesthetically unappealing, weld lines decrease the strength of the part. This normally occurs
around holes or obstructions and causes very weak areas in the molded part. Additionally, weld
lines are much more pronounced if flow fronts are moving in completely opposite directions, as
opposed to when the flow fronts share some components of velocity. Weld lines are more
pronounced if melt is cooler when fronts meet.
Jetting: Jetting is generally caused when one gates a part in such a way that the material flow
enters an open section with much space between the gate and the opposite wall. When the flow
area is squeezed through the gate, the velocity increases, and the plastic melt shoots into the
empty cavity mold.
To reduce the risk of jetting, one should always gate the part so that incoming material flow is
directed into a nearby wall. After the stream has impinged on the wall, the plastic melt will
spread in the appropriate fashion. Melt moves rapidly, cools unevenly and traps flow lines.
Sink Marks: Sink marks are also common injection molding flaws. Sink marks occur at
excessively thick wall sections, or where there are abrupt changes in thickness- thick sections
solidify too late and shrink away from the wall. Proper design reduces/eliminates sink marks
(ribs, core out sections)
Warpage/Residual Stresses: Warpage is the “out of plane” distortion of an injection molded
part, generated by constraining the part while cooling. Warpage is typically caused by
anisotropic shrinkage. Several causes for anisotropic shrinkage are: Variations in thickness,
Differing shrink rates due to melt orientation. Uneven cooling, Differences in the mold cavity
pressure.
If the part is massive enough to resist warpage, residual stresses will result. Since gates are
usually highly oriented and have extremely fast cooling rates, residual stresses are always present
near the gates.
Assignments:
 What are the three sections of the injection molding screw? What are their features?
 Explain the three parameters that describe the molding press capacity.
 Differentiate between Plunger type and Screw type Injection Molding Machine.
 Explain the causes and remedies of common injection molding defects.

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Experiment 8:
Study of Drilling Machine and Its Various Operations

A drill press is preferable to a hand drill when the location and orientation of the hole must be controlled
accurately. A drill press is composed of a base that supports a column, the column in turn supports a table.
Work can be supported on the table with a vise or hold down clamps or the table can be swiveled out of
the way to allow tall work to be supported directly on the base. Height of the table can be adjusted with a
table lift crank than locked I place with a table lock. The column also supports a head containing a motor.
The motor turns the spindle at a speed controlled by a variable speed control dial. The spindle holds a drill
chuck to hold the cutting tools(drill bits, center drills, deburring tools etc.)

Figure 8.1
Radial drilling machines: used on large workpieces, spindle mounts on radial arm allowing drilling
operations anywhere along the arm length.
Gang–drilling machines: independent columns each with different drilling operation work piece slide
from one column to next

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 Radial drill machine Gang drill machine
Figure 8.2

Figure 8.3: Various operations that can be performed on a Drilling Machine

Assignment:
a)Drilling can be done by a lathe machine but can turning be done by a drill machine?
b) What are degrees of freedom of a drill machine?

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AHSANULLAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
ME 2102: Basic Thermodynamics Sessional
(Applied Thermodynamics Laboratory: 8B01)
List of the Experiments
1. Determination of Heating Value of Coal by Bomb Calorimeter
2. a) Analysis of Air using Orsat Gas Analyzer
b) Flash Point and Fire point of Fuel (kerosene oil)
3. a) Study of Psychrometer and determination of humidity of air using Sling Psychrometer
b) Calibration of a Pressure Gauge
4. Determination of Carbon Residue of an Oil (Conradson Method)
General Instructions
1. Attend to the lab 5 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
2. Sessional grade will be calculated in the following way:
a) Attendance 10%
b) Lab reports 20%
c) Viva 20%
d) Quiz (End of semester) 50%
Total 100%
3. Students must bring the necessary instruments, data sheet (for particular experiment),
calculator, normal graph paper.
4. Report should be submitted in the following week during the sessional time.
5. Write report on one side of an 80 gms A4 paper and follow the following format
a) Top sheet
b) Objectives
c) Apparatus (including technical specifications)
d) Figure/Experimental Setup
e) Data Sheets/Result
f) Sample calculation
g) Graphs
h) Discussion
i) Discuss the graphs and results
ii) Discuss about the experimental setup if it could be improved
iii) Discuss the different parameters that could affect the result
iv) Discuss any assumption made
v) Discuss any discrepancies in the experimental procedure and result
vi) Discuss what you have learnt and the practical application of this
knowledge
Experiment No.: 1
Determination of Heating Value of Coal by Bomb Calorimeter
Objectives:
To find the heating value of coal experimentally using a bomb calorimeter

Apparatus:
Bomb Calorimeter, Thermometer, Stop Watch, Analytic Balance, Fuse Wire, Water Container
etc.

Description:
The so called bomb calorimeter is used to determine the heating value of fuel when burned at
constant volume. The fuel whose heating values is desired is placed in the fuel pan (crucible). A
coil of fine wire dips in the pan. The bomb is charged with oxygen under pressure. When an
electric current is passed through the wire, it ignites the fuel. Surrounding the bomb is a bucket
containing water to absorb the heat released as the fuel burn. The bomb has an outer jacket, and a
dead-air space surrounds the bucket to minimize heat losses to the surroundings. Although the
water in the bucket absorbs the major portion of the heat, this heat is not the heating value of the
fuel, for the following reasons:

1. The bomb itself absorbs some heat

2. There is heat exchange with the outer jacket
3. The ignition wire liberates some energy
4. The product of combustion are not cooled to the original temperature
5. Because combustion takes place in oxygen, high temperature is attained resulting in the
formation of nitric and sulfuring acid, which would not be formed in the normal
combustion process.

It is true that the products of combustion are not cooled to the original temperature. However, the
final and original temperatures are so close that the error is only a small fraction of 1%.
Furthermore the error is almost entirely offset when the bomb is standardized. The “water
equivalent” of the bomb is furnished by the manufacturer. This is the amount of water having the
same thermal capacity as the bomb is furnished by the manufacturer. This is the amount of water
having the same thermal capacity as the bomb and its bucket (empty). When there is a doubt
about the validity of this value, the bomb should be standardized.

The exchange of heat with outer jacket is minimized by maintaining a minimum temperature
difference between the two. Corrections are made for small amount of heat transfer which occurs
due to radiation. Corrections are also made for the heat liberated by the ignition wire by
determining the amount actually burned. In the absence of exact heating value to the fuse wire, a
value of 2.3 cal/cm of wire may be used.

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Operations:
1. Weigh the calorimeter bucket empty. Put into calorimeter 1900 gm of water, having a
temperature of about 3C below the temperature in the jacket (It is assumed that the
jacket is at room temperature)
2. Make certain that interior of the bomb is clear. Clean up the holdes in the removable
lining with those in the bomb. Place the lower half of the bomb in the iron plate holder.
3. Insert the tapered pin and its crucible holder.
4. Obtain a true sample of coal and place approximately 1 gm of coal in the crucible, weigh
and place it in the bomb.
5. Select the proper type of fuse wire, measure the length and install it in the form of a coil.
The coil should touch the coal but not the crucible.
6. Add a few drops (about 0.5 ml) of water at the bottom of the bomb to saturate the space.
This will cause complete condensation of the water vapor of combustion and the heating
value obtained will be the higher heating value.
7. Place the gasket in place making certain that there is no dirt present. Assemble the bomb
and tighten the cap. Be careful not to spill the fuel out of the crucible by tipping or
jarking the bomb.
8. Charge the bomb with oxygen to a pressure of approximately 300 psi. Open the charging
valve very slowly to avoid blowing of coal from the crucible.
9. Immerse the bomb in water; preferably in a glass jar, to see whether there are any leaks.
The bomb should be dried with a cloth and placed it in the bomb jacket. The thermometer
and stirrer should be installed. The thermometer should be immersed in at least 3 inch. Of
water and should not be no closer than ½ inch to the bomb.
10. Start the stirrer. After 3 to 4 min for temperature equalization of water in the bucket, take
temperature readings every minute for 5 min. These temperature readings are required for
calculating the heat exchange with the jacket.
11. Switch on the firing switch for an instant.
12. Record the temperature according to data sheet until the maximum temperature is
reached. The observer of the thermometer must be alert, because a rapid temperature rise
occurs shortly after firing occurs.
13. After reaching the maximum temperature, temperature should be read every minute for 5
min. These temperatures are required in accounting for the heat exchange with the jacket
water.
14. Remove the bomb from calorimeter, release the gases, and disassemble bomb. Collect
and measure the length of the fuse wire which remains.
15. When accurate results are required, the bomb should be washed with distilled water and
the washing should be titrated to obtain the amount of acid formed.

Heat loss by radiation from the calorimeter is minimized by starting the determination with the
water in the calorimeter enough below room temperature so that the final temperature after
combustion will be slightly above room temperature. Thus the radiation from the room before
ignition will tend to compensate that to the room after the temperature rise. Since an appreciable
amount of time elapses before the rise in temperature is completed, there will be some heat
transfer in spite of this precaution.

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The Dickinson method of correction for radiation is prescribed by the ASTM. The rate of
temperature change in degree per minute is determined over a 5 min. period just before ignition
and again after ignition when the maximum temperature has been reached. The time of ignition
(time a), the temperature at ignition, the thermometer reading taken when the temperature change
has become uniform after attaining a maximum and the time at this maximum temperature (time
c) are recorded. Time b is defined as the time at which six-tenths of the temperature rise from a
to c has taken place. The ignition temperature is then corrected by adding (b-a).r1, where r1 is the
rate in degrees per minute at which the temperature was rising before ignition. The final
temperature is corrected by adding (c-b).r2, where r2 is the rate of temperature decrease after the
maximum was reached. The temperature rise used for calculating the energy liberated is the
difference between the corrected ignition and final temperatures. The corrected temperatures are
to be indicated in figure.

Because a portion o the fuse wire will be found to have burnt to the oxide, a correction for the
energy liberated by this reaction must be subtracted from the observed heating value of the
sample. This is best accomplished by knowing the heat of combustion of the fuse wire per unit
length and the length of the original and unburned portions of the wire.
When extreme accuracy is required, the ASTM test procedure should be consulted for the
method to be used in correcting the observed heating value for the formation of HNO3 and
H2SO4.

Since the water vapor resulting from the combustion of hydrogen in the fuel sample is condensed
because of the low bomb temperature, the heating value obtained is known as the higher heating
is known as the higher heating value. The lower heating value is determined by subtracting from
the higher heating value a quantity equal to the product of the weight of water vapor formed by
combustion and the latent heat of vaporization of the water.

Calculations:
Temperature Rise
t = tc – ta – r1(b – a) – r2(c – b)
where,
t = corrected temperature rise
ta = temperature at time of firing
tc = temperature at time, c
r1 = rate (temperature units per min.) at which temperature was rising during 5 min
period before firing.
r2 = rate (temperature units per min.) at which temperature was falling during the 5
min period after time, c.

Temperature at time b, tb = ta + 0.6 (tc – ta)

Heating value = Heat absorbed by calorimeter – Heat from fuse wire

( )
=

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ME 2102: Basic Thermodynamics Sessional
Experiment No.: 1
Name of the Experiment:
Determination of Heating Value of Coal by Bomb Calorimeter
Name of the student:
Student ID:
Date:
Data & Result Sheet
Calorimeter: Parr Oxygen Bomb Calorimeter
Manufactured by Parr Instrument Company
Moline, Illinois, USA

Weight of empty pan : __________ gm Total length of fuse wire used : 10 cm

Weight of pan + coal : __________ gm Length of remaining fuse wire: _________ cm
Weight of coal : __________ gm Fuse wire actually burnt : __________ cm
Weight of water : 1900 gm Calorimeter value of fuse
Water equivalent of Wire : 2.3 cal/cm
Calorimeter : 526 gm Room Temperature : __________ ºC

Time (min.) Thermometer Reading C Time (min.) Thermometer Reading C

0 8:30
1 9
2 9:30
3 10
4 10:30
5 (Ignition) 11
5:15 12
5:30 13
5:45 14
6 15
6:15 16
6:30 17
6:45 18
7 19
7:15 20
7:30 21
7:45 22
8 23

Calorific value of coal : _____________________________ cal/gm

_____________________________ Btu/lb

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Experiment No.: 2(a)
Analysis of Air using Orsat Gas Analyzer

Objectives:
To analyze the air from surrounding using the Orsat apparatus.

Apparatus:
As shown in figure, the Orsat apparatus consists of a water-jacketed 100m1 burette B connected
at its top to a glass manifold M and at its bottom to a leveling bottle L. The glass manifold M is
connected to three reagent bulbs called pipettes P1, P2 and P3 via three cocks C1, C2 and C3. Each
tube is filed with its own absorbing chemical solution:

P1: potassium hydroxide (30 % w/v) to absorb CO2

P2: alkaline pyrogallol to absorb 02
P3: cuprous chloride in hydrochloric acid to absorb CO.

Pipettes P1 and P2 are partly filled with glass tubes to increase the contact surface area between
liquid and glass. P3 contains copper wire to protect acid against possible oxidation. The 3-way
cock C4 is used to connect manifold M to the atmosphere (via suction pump SP), to connect it to
the sampler tube or to isolate the trapped gas.

Procedure:
a) Trapping the Gas Sample
-By turning the cock C4 connect the glass manifold M to the sampler line.
-Lower bottle L slowly until the water level in burette B is slightly below the zero mark on the
scale. Then close C4 and disconnect the sampler line.
-Slightly lift cock C4 off its seat to equalize the pressure inside burette B with the ambient
pressure. Then raise bottle L gently until water level in the burette coincides with the zero mark.
This ensures that the burette now contains 100 ml of exhaust gas at atmospheric pressure.

b) Absorption of Gas Constituents

The following steps should be done for each pipette, one at a time, in the order P1 then P2 then
P3.
-Open cock C1, and slowly raise bottle L to allow the gas to flow into pipette P1 until water in the
pipette reaches the (100)-mark.
-Slowly lower bottle L to let gas leave pipette P1 and re-enter burette B until the chemical
solution in pipette P1 reaches the top mark on its stem. Close C1.
-Bring the levels of water in burette B and bottle L to coincide. Read the scale on burette B to get
the volume of CO2 absorbed, measured at atmospheric pressure.
-Repeat this procedure a few times until the reading becomes constant which means that all CO2
has been absorbed. Then close cock C1.
-For the next pipettes, the volume absorbed is obtained as the difference between the current
scale reading and the one just preceding it.

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Experiment No.: 2(a)
Name of the Experiment: Analysis of Air using Orsat Gas Analyzer

Name of the student:

Student ID:
Date:

Data & Result Sheet

Ambient Conditions: PA=______ KPa, TA= ______ OC

Zero Reading Ro = _______ ml  Vsample= 100 – Ro =

CO2 Reading RCO2 = _______ ml  VCO2= RCO2 – Ro =
O2 Reading RO2 = _______ ml  VO2= RO2 – RCO2 =
CO Reading RCO = _______ ml  VCO= RCO – RO2 =
Volume of Nitrogen  VN2= 100 – RN2 =

Teacher’s Signature

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Experiment No.: 3(a)
Study of Psychrometer and determination of humidity of air using
Sling Psychrometer
Objectives:
To find relative humidity, absolute humidity, dew point and enthalpy of air using psychrometer
and psychrometric chart.

Procedure:
The sling psychrometer is used to determine the humidity of air. This instrument has two similar
thermometer mounted on a frame, one to read dry bulb temperature and the other wet-bulb
temperature. The bulb of the wet bulb thermometer is covered with a wick wetted with distilled
water. The thermometer and wetted wick is whirled in the air, the water evaporate into the
surrounding unsaturated air, causing the general conditions around the wet thermometer bulb to
be similar to. and closely approximate to, those of adiabatic saturation. After sufficient whirling
the thermometer reach equilibrium conditions. The both temperature should be read quickly in
order to get dependable readings.

The sling psychrometer should be rotated at a speed of 10 to 15 fps or 100 to 200 rpm. It is
important that clean wawter should be used, since the slightest trace of oil on the wick cause
errors. The wick should be kept fully wet when reading are being made.

Definition of Different Terms:

Absolute Humidity
This is the ratio of the mass of water vapor to the mass of dry air in a given volume of the
mixture.

Relative Humidity
This is the ratio of the actual water vapor pressure in the air to the vapor pressure which would
exist in a saturated mixture at the temperature of the air.

Dew Point Temperature

The temperature at which the water vapor in the air is saturated.

Operations:
1. Wet the wick of the wet bulb thermometer and whirl the psychrometer for about a
minute.
2. Note the reading of the wet bulb thermometer quickly with the help of a magnifying
glass. Then read the dry bulb temperature. This will correspond to thermometer
temperature.
3. Located the point on the psychrometeric chart which corresponds to the measured dbt and
wbt.
4. Find (i) Relative Humidity (ii) Absolute Humidity (iii) Dew Point and (iv) Enthalpy
using the psychrometric chart.

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Experiment No.: 3
Name of the Experiment:
Study of Psychrometer and determination of humidity of air using Sling
Psychrometer
Name of the student:
Student ID:
Date:

Data Sheet
Wet Bulb Temperature : _____________ ºC
Dry Bulb Temperature : _____________ ºC

Relative Humidity : _____________ %

Absolute Humidity : _____________ kgw/kgda
Dew Point Temperature : _____________ ºC
Enthalpy : _____________ kJ/Kg

Teacher’s Signature

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 Experiment 2(b)
Flash Point and Fire point of Fuel (kerosene oil)
Introduction:
Flash Point:

The flash point of a volatile material is the lowest temperature at which it can vaporize to form
an ignitable mixture in air.

Measuring a flash point requires an ignition source. At the flash point, the vapor may cease to
burn when the source of ignition is removed.

The flash point is not to be confused with the auto ignition temperature, which does not require
an ignition source, or the fire point, the temperature at which the vapor continues to burn after
being ignited. Neither the flash point nor the fire point is dependent on the temperature of the
ignition source, which is much higher.

The flash point is often used as a descriptive characteristic of liquid fuel, and it is also used to
help characterize the fire hazards of liquids. “Flash point” refers to both flammable liquids and
combustible liquids. There are various standards for defining each term. Liquids with a flash
point less than 60.5 or 37.8 °C (140.9 or 100.0 °F) — depending upon the standard being applied
— are considered flammable, while liquids with a flash point above those temperatures are
considered combustible.

Fire Point:

The fire point of a fuel is the temperature at which it will continue to burn for at least 5 seconds
after ignition by an open flame.

At the flash point, a lower temperature, a substance will ignite briefly, but vapor might not be
produced at a rate to sustain the fire. Most tables of material properties will only list material
flash points, but in general the fire points can be assumed to be about 10 °C higher than the flash
points. However, this is no substitute for testing if the fire point is safety critical. It is done by
open cup apparatus

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Experimental setup:

Fig: Experimental set up of fire and flash point apparatus

Experiment procedure:
1. First measure 60ml of kerosene
2. Set the two thermometer to measure the temperature of oil bath and the temperature of
kerosene
3. Light the pilot light on the cover and adjust the same flame to size the of a small white
bead by means of regulating the valve on the gas hose connection.
4. Switch on the electric heater.
5. Take the temperature readings of the oil bath and kerosene after every 5 minutes.
6. Every time after the temperature reading, open the cover over the kerosene oil and place
the pilot light at the top.
7. If you find a flash of fire inside the bath of kerosene oil. It is the flash point of kerosene.
Note down the flash point.
8. For some more temperature, it is expected to get the flash point. It is just the band of flash
point.
9. After more continuous heating at one temperature, we will get the fire point where the
fire inside the kerosene bath exists for some time. It is the fire point. Note down the fire
point temperature.
10. For some more temperature, it is expected to get the fire point. It is just the band of fire
point.

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 Result

Flash Point:

Band of Flash point:

Fire Point:

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Experiment No.: 4
Determination of Carbon Residue of Oil (Conradson Method)
Objective:
To determination of carbon residue of High Speed Diesel Oil

Summary of the Conradson Method:

A weighed quantity of oil sample is placed in a crucible and subjected to destructive
distillation. The residue undergoes cracking and cooking reactions during a fixed period of
severe heating. At the end of the specified heating period the test crucible containing the
carbonaceous residue is cooled in a desiccator and weighed. The residue remaining is calculated
as a percentage of the original sample and reported as Conradson carbon residue.

Apparatus:
 Porcelain Crucible
 Skidmore Iron Crucible
 Spun Sheet Iron Crucible
 Wire Support (Triangle of bare Nichrome wire)
 Circular Sheet Iron Hood
 Insulator (Ceramic block/ refractory ring)
 Burner

Working Procedure:
1. Weigh to the nearest 10 mg sample of the oil to be tested, free of moisture and other
suspended matters into a tarred porcelain crucible containing two glass beads about 0.1 inch in
diameter. Place the crucible in the center of the skidmore crucible. Level the sand in the large
sheet iron crucible and set the skidmore crucible on it in the exact center of the iron crucible.

2. Apply cover to both the skidmore and the iron crucible, the one on the latter fitting
loosely to allow free exit to the vapors as formed.

3. On a suitable stand or, ring, place the bare Nichrome wire triangle and on it the insulator.
Next, center the sheet iron crucible in the insulator with its bottom resting on top of the triangle,
and cover the whole with the sheet iron hood in order to distribute the heat uniformly during the
process.

4. Apply heat with a high strong flame from the gas burner. So the precognition period will
be 10 1.0 min (a shorter time may start the distillation so rapidly as to cause foaming or too
high a flame). When smoke appears above the chimney, immediately move or, tilt the burner so
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remove the heat temporarily and before replacing adjust by screwing down the pinch cock on the
gas tubing so that the ignited vapors burn uniformly with the flame above the chimney but not
above the wire bridge. The period of burning the vapors shall be 10.0 to 12.0 min. If it is found
impossible to meet the requirements for both flame and burning time, the requirements for
burning time is the more important.

5. When the vapor ceases to burn and no further blue smoke can be observed, readjust the
burner and held the heat as at the sheet iron crucible a cherry red and maintain for exactly 7.0
min. The total period of heating shall be 30 2.0 min. which constitutes as additional limitation
on the tolerances for the pre-ignition and burning periods. There should be no difficulty in
carrying out the test exactly as directed with the gas burner of the type named using city gas
(about 550 Btu) with top of the burner about 2 in below the bottom of the crucible. The time
periods shall be observed with whatever burner and gas is used.

6. Remove the burner and allow the apparatus to cool until no smoke appears and then
remove the cover of the skidmore crucible (about 15.0 min). Then remove the porcelain or, silica
crucible with heated tongs, place in the desiccator, cool and weigh. Calculate the percentage of
carbon residue on the original sample.

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Experiment No.: 4
Name of the Experiment:
Determination of Carbon Residue of Oil (Conradson Method)

Datasheet
Name of the student:
Student ID:
Date:

Weight of the empty crucible = _______________________ gms

Weight of crucible + Weight of oil, W1 = _______________________ gms

Weight of the oil, M = _______________________ gms

Weight of crucible + carbon residue, W2 = _______________________ gms

Loss of oil, X = (W1 – W2) gms = _______________________ gms

Carbon residue, A = (M – X) gms = _______________________ gms

Percentage of carbon residue = ( M) = ______________ %

Teacher’s Signature

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 Experiment 5

CALIBRATION OF A PRESSURE GAUGE

Introduction
Many types of gauge are available for measurement of pressure. The most simple form is a
manometer tube, in which the rise of level of a liquid indicates the static head, this being
converted to pressure by multiplying by the liquid density. An example of a much more
sophisticated instrument is a pressure transducer, in which the pressure is used to deflect a
diaphragm. The deflection causes an electrical signal to be generated by some means such as an
electric resistance strain gauge, and this signal is displayed, typically in digital form, as the
corresponding pressure. The response is rapid, being typically 1 ms, and the display can be
remote from the point of measurement. The Bourdon gauge (named after its inventor Eugene
Bourdon) uses the deflection of a tube of oval cross-section to cause a pointer to move over a
scale. Its response time is therefore long, being of the order of 1 second. Moreover, the distance
between the measuring point and the gauge is limited by the practicable length of the capillary
line connecting the gauge to the sensing point. Nevertheless, because of its simplicity and low
cost, and the large selection of pressure ranges which are available, the Bourdon gauge is widely
used in engineering practice. All pressure gauges, of whatever type, need to be calibrated. If the
required accuracy is low, then a standard calibration obtained from a sample of the particular
model will suffice. For higher accuracy, a manufacturer will take special care and will supply a
calibration certificate for an individual gauge. As the calibration may change over a period,
repeat calibrations will be needed from time to time. For the highest accuracy. transducers and
gauges are sometimes calibrated before each use. The normal calibration procedure is to load the
gauge with known pressures using a dead weight tester using oil. The present experiment,
however, works satisfactorily with water instead of oil.

Description of apparatus

The Bourdon pressure gauge shown in Fig 3.1 has a transparent dial through which the
construction may be viewed. It consists essentially of a thin-walled tube of oval cross-section.
which is bent to a circular arc encompassing approximately 270°. It is rigidly held at one end.
where the pressure is admitted. The other end is free to move

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 and is sealed. When pressure is applied, the tube tends to straighten, so that the free end moves
slightly. This movement operates a mechanism which drives a pointer round the graduated dial,
the movement of the pointer being proportional to the applied pressure. The construction of the
dead weight tester is also shown in Fig 3.1. A cylindrical piston. free to move vertically in a
closely-fitting cylinder, is loaded with known weights. The space below the piston is filled with
water, and the pressure is transmitted by the water to the gauge under test through a transparent
hose. The pressure generated by the piston is easily found in terms of the total weight supported
and the cross-sectional area of the piston.

Pressure gauge calibrated in kN/m2.

Procedure
The weight of the piston. and its cross-sectional area, should be noted. To fill the cylinder, the
piston is removed, and water is poured into the cylinder until it is full to the overflow level. Any
air trapped in the tube may be cleared by tilting and gently tapping the apparatus. In point of fact,
a small amount of air left in the system will not affect the experiment, unless there is so much as
to cause the piston to bottom on the base of the cylinder. The piston is then replaced in the
cylinder and allowed to settle. A spirit level placed on the platform at the top of the piston may
be used to ensure that the cylinder stands quite vertically.

Weights are now added in convenient increments, and at each increment the pressure gauge
reading is observed. A similar set of results is then taken with decreasing weights. To guard
against the piston sticking in the cylinder, it is advisable to rotate the piston gently while the
pressure gauge is being read.

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 Calculation and Results:

Weight of piston =1 kg =9.81 N

Cross-sectional area =333 mm2 = O.333e-3 m

Table 3.1 True pressures and gauge readings

Gauge Reading
Total Load including Piston Weight
True Pressure Increasing Decreasing
(KN/m2) Pressure Pressure
Kgf N
(KN/m2) (KN/m2)

Discussions:
1. What suggestions have you for improving the apparatus?
2. No correction has been made for the difference in elevation of the piston of the dead
weight tester and of the pressure gauge. If the center of the gauge were 200 mm higher
than the base of the piston. Should a correction be made, and if so. how big would it be?
3. What alterations would you make to the dimensions of the piston if it were? Desired to
calibrate a gauge with a full scale reading of 3500 kN/m2 using the same weights?

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Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
2nd Year, 2nd Semester

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Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
ME 2202: Mechanics of materials
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students shall not be allowed to perform any experiment without apron and
shoes.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. Viva for each experiment will be taken on the next day with the report.
5. The report should include the following:
 Top sheet with necessary information
 Main objectives
 Work material/machine/tool/equipment used (with their
specifications)
 Experimental procedures
 Experimental results and discussions (Experimental setup,
Experimental conditions, Data, Graph, calculation etc.)
 Conclusions
 Acknowledgements
 References
6. A quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
7. Marks distribution:

Total Marks
Report Attendance and Viva Quiz
30 30 40
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Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
ME 2204: Engineering Materials
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students shall not be allowed to perform any experiment without apron and
shoes.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. Viva for each experiment will be taken on the next day with the report.
5. The report should include the following:
 Top sheet with necessary information
 Main objectives
 Work material/machine/tool/equipment used (with their
specifications)
 Experimental procedures
 Experimental results and discussions (Experimental setup,
Experimental conditions, Data, Graph, calculation etc.)
 Conclusions
 Acknowledgements
 References
6. A quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
7. Marks distribution:

Total Marks
Report Attendance and Viva Quiz
30 30 40
 AHSANULLAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Course Number: ME 2204

Course Title: Engineering Materials Sessional

Title: Study of different types of cast iron &their properties.

Questions:

1. Draw an Iron- Carbide phase diagram up to 6.67% of carbon.

2. What is the classification of cast iron?
3. A machine part is made that have to take higher tensile strength and must
have ductility, which cast iron you should be used. Draw the microstructure
of the cast iron in-
1. Fast cooling
2. Slow cooling
4. Write the properties of gray cast iron so that it is produced in higher
quantities.
5. What is the heat treatment to produce malleable cast iron from white cast
iron? Draw the diagram of two types of malleable cast iron.
Q 1:

Q 2:

Q 3: For a 35 wt% Ni- 65 wt% Cu alloy at 12500c ------

1. What phase(s) is(are) present?

2. What is(are) the composition(s) of the phase?
3. What is (are) phase amount?
4. Draw the microstructure at this phase?

Q 4: For a 40 wt% Sn- 60 wt% Pb alloy at 1500c ------

1. What phase(s) is(are) present?

2. What is(are) the composition(s) of the phase?
3. What is (are) phase amount?
4. Draw the microstructure at this phase?

Q 5: Draw the diagram and label it-

The Iron–Iron Carbide (Fe–Fe3C) Phase Diagram
Questions:

1. What is the distinction between hypoeutectoidand hypereutectoid steels?

2. What is the carbon concentration of an iron–carbon alloy for which the fraction of total
ferrite is 0.94?

3. Consider 1.0 kg of austenite containing 1.15 wt% C, cooled to below 723C (1333F).

(a) What is the proeutectoid phase?

(b) How many kilograms each of total ferrite and cementite form?

(c) How many kilograms each of pearlite and the proeutectoid phase form?

(d) Schematically sketch and label the resulting microstructure.

4. The microstructure of an iron–carbon alloy consists of proeutectoid ferrite and pearlite;

the mass fractions of these microconstituents are 0.20 and 0.80, respectively. Determine
the concentration of carbon in this alloy.

5. Consider 2.0 kg of a 99.6 wt% Fe–0.4 wt% C alloy that is cooled to a temperature just
below the eutectoid.

(a) How many kilograms of proeutectoid ferrite form?

(b) How many kilograms of eutectoid ferrite form?

(c) How many kilograms of cementite form?

6. Is it possible to have an iron–carbon alloy for which the mass fractions of total cementite
and pearlite are 0.039 and 0.417, respectively? Why or why not?

7. For a 79.65 wt% Fe-0.35 wt% C alloy at a temperature just below the eutectoid,
determine the following:

(a) The fraction of total ferrite and cementite phases.

(b) The fractions of the proeutectoid ferrite and pearlite.

(c) The fraction of eutectoid ferrite.

Experiment No: 04

Name of the Experiment:Calculation of Crystallographic direction and planes for different

crystal system.

1. Determining the indices of line directions.

2. Sketch the following direction:[110], [120], [-1 0 2]

3. Determine Miller indices of planes A and B:

(a)
(b)

4. Construct planes by Miller indices of planes (110), (200), (634)

5. Find the angle between two planes (111) and (1-1 1)

6. Calculate Planar density for Simple cubic system of (100) plane where lattice parameter
(a=3.03Ao)

7. Calculate linear density of FCC structure in [110] direction where lattice parameter
(a=4.20Ao)
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Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

LABORATORY MANUAL
For the students of
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
3rd Year, 1st Semester

Student Name :
Student ID :
 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)

IPE 3102: Measurement, Instrumentation and Control Sessional

Credit Hour: 1.5

Objective:

To get familiar with different types of measuring procedures and control equipment. Designing
concepts of sampling plan, hypothesis testing.

General Instructions:
1. Attend to the lab 5 minutes prior to the scheduled time and be prepared for the
experiment.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. Report should be submitted in the following week during the sessional time.
5. Write report on one side of an 80 gram A4 paper and follow the following format
a) Top sheet
b) Objective
c) Apparatus
d) Figure
e) Data Sheets
f) Sample calculation
g) Result
h) Graph
i) Discussion
i) Discuss the graphs and results
ii) Discuss about the experimental setup if it could be improved
iii) Discuss the different parameters that could affect the result
iv) Discuss any assumption made
v) Discuss any discrepancies in the experimental procedure and result
vi) Discuss what you have learnt and the practical application of this
knowledge
j) Finally, add the data sheet with the report.

Marks Distribution:

Total Marks
Report Attendance and Viva Quiz
40 10 50
Experiment no: 01

Experiment name: Goodness of Fit Test (Chi-Square Test)

THEORY:

A statistical model is a formalization of relationships between variables in the form of

mathematical equations. A statistical model describes how one or more random variables are
related to one or more random variables. The model is statistical as the variables are not
deterministically but stochastically related.

Goodness of fitof a statistical model refers to how close the observed data are to those data
which are predicted from a hypothesis. Measurements of goodness of fit typically summarize the
discrepancy between observed values and the values expected under the model in question. Such
measures can be used in statistical hypothesis testing, e.g. to test for normality of residuals, to
test whether two samples are drawn from identical distributions, or whether outcome frequencies
follow a specified distribution.

The chi-square test is a statistical method used to determine goodness of fit. It is used to test if a
sample of data came from a population with a specific distribution.The chi square test does not
prove that a hypothesis is correct rather it evaluates to what extent the data and the
hypothesis have a good fit.
𝑘
(𝑂𝑖−𝐸𝑖 )2
The general formula- 𝜒2 =
𝐸𝑖
𝑖=1

Here,

𝑂𝑖 = Observed Data/ Frequency in each category

𝐸𝑖 = Expected Data/ Frequency in each category (based on hypothesis)

If the observed frequencies are close to the corresponding expected frequencies, the 𝜒 2 value
will be small, indicating a good fit. If the observed frequencies differ considerably from the
expected frequencies, the 𝜒 2 value will be large and the fit is poor.
In other words,

 Low chi square values indicate a high probability that the observed deviations could be
due to random chance alone
 High chi square values indicate a low probability that the observed deviations are due to
random chance alone

APPLYING THE CHI-SQUARE TEST:

1: Propose a null hypothesis (Ho) that allows us to calculate the expected values

2: Calculate the expected values

3: Apply the chi square formula

4: Interpret the chi square value (χ2)

5: For a level of significance (α) and degrees of freedom* (ν), find the critical value (χα2) from
chi-square table.

6: Then χ2>χα2 constitutes the critical region. In practice, if the chi square value results in a
probability/ level of significance that is less than 0.05 (i.e.: less than 5%) it is considered
statistically significant.

[The decision criterion described here should not be used unless each of the expected
frequencies is at least equal to 5]

* Degrees of Freedom:

The concept of degrees of freedom is central to the principle of estimating statistics of

populations from samples of them. "Degrees of freedom" is commonly abbreviated to df.The
number of degrees of freedom associated with the chi-squared distribution used here is equal to
(𝑘-1). The number of degrees of freedom is the number of values in the final calculation of a
statistic that are free to vary or, it is a measure of the number of groupings/ classes that are
independent of each other. If you know the 2 of the 3 classes you can deduce the 3rd(Total
number of issue – categories 1-2).

Therefore, df = n – 1, where, n = total number of categories

 2
Check of normality by χ – test:

No. of Roller Diameter(mm) No. of Roller Diameter(mm) No. of Roller Diameter(mm)

1 19.11 40 19.18 79 19.25

2 19.14 41 19.25 80 19.06
3 19.08 42 19.15 81 19.14
4 19.13 43 19.14 82 19.23
5 44 83
19.04 19.06 19.09
6 19.17 45 19.07 84 19.13
7 46 85
19.22 19.12 19.03
8 19.14 47 19.19 86 19.15
9 19.23 48 19.08 87 19.25
10 19.08 49 19.07 88 18.92
11 19.08 50 19.08 89 19.17
12 51 90
19.17 19.11 19.19
13 19.3 52 19.11 91 19.14
14 53 92
19.14 19.12 19.19
15 18.94 54 19.13 93 19.12
16 19.19 55 19.11 94 19.19
17 19.15 56 19.01 95 19.15
18 18.93 57 19.24 96 19.07
19 58 97
19.15 19.12 19.04
20 19.31 59 19.21 98 19.19
21 60 99
19.15 19.2 18.98
22 19.11 61 19.18 100 19.14
 23 19.21 62 19.18 101 19.15
24 19.11 63 19.13 102 19.09
25 19.17 64 19.11 103 19.19
26 19.15 65 19.09 104 19.1
27 66 105
19.1 19.14 19.16
28 19.11 67 19.24 106 19.25
29 68 107
18.89 19.14 19.12
30 19.21 69 19.14 108 19.13
31 19.14 70 19.15 109 19.16
32 19.12 71 19.08 110 19.16
33 19.14 72 19.11 111 19.01
34 73 112
19.18 19.07 18.93
35 19.22 74 19.18 113 19.11
36 75 114
19.07 19.14 19.09
37 19.14 76 19.15 115 19.04
38 19.06 77 19.12 116 18.94
39 19.08 78 19.16 117 19.06

No. of Roller Diameter(mm) No. of Roller Diameter(mm) No. of Roller Diameter(mm)

118 129 140

19.06 19.2 19.01
119 19.12 130 19.15 141 19.05
120 19.01 131 18.98 142 18.85
121 19.11 132 19.15 143 18.99
122 19.08 133 19.12 144 19.2
123 19.03 134 19.12 145 19.35
124 135 146
19.12 19.06 19.02
125 19.09 136 19.16 147 19.04
126 137 148
19.02 19.29 19.11
127 19 138 19.11 149 19.1
128 19.19 139 19.09 150 19.15
Experiment no: 02

Experiment name: Applying Two Ball& Four Ball Method to Determine

Diameter of a Recessed Hole

THEORY:

Diameter of a hollow cylinder can be measured using a Vernier Caliper. But, this method might
not work well with a recessed hole. “Two ball” method can be applied to obtain the diameter of a
recessed hole. Though, higher accuracy cannot be attained with this method, this is an optimal
solution to know about the diameter of a recessed hole approximately.

Fig. 2.1: Recessed hole (a) Isometric View (b) Section or, Cutaway view of the hole
CALCULATION:

2 2
2
𝑑1 + 𝑑2 𝑑2 − 𝑑1
𝐶 = − 𝐻2 − 𝐻1 +
2 2

𝑑 1 +𝑑 2
𝐷=𝐶+ 2

H1
Dia, d1
Dia, d2 H2

Fig. 2.2: Measurement of Diameter of Hole by Two Balls

 Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

IPE 3102

Datasheet
Experiment 02

Name of the Student:

Student ID:

Diameter of ball 1, d1 = mm
Diameter of ball 2, d2 = mm

Height recorded from the top to ball 2, H2 = mm

Height recorded from the top to ball 1, H1 = mm

Result:
Diameter of the recessed hole, D = mm

Signature of Course Teacher

Experiment no: 03
Experiment name: Design and Implementation of a Lot-By-Lot Acceptance
Sampling Plan

THEORY:

Sampling is a quality assurance tool. It is based on the idea that a random selection of sample
from a homogenous lot or, batch of goods represents the quality of the lot. It is obvious that
sampling involves risks but apart from the necessity of acceptance sampling as in the case of
destructive testing, advantages of sampling are significant. It is also to be remembered that the
purpose of sampling is to guide the course of action, not to estimate the lot quality and also the
quality of the goods being inspected is not improved. Further, acceptance sampling is not an
attempt to ‘control’the quality but to ‘assure’ the quality.

As mentioned above, acceptance Sampling is a form of inspection which is used to determine

whether or not products or, goods are coherent with a preset standard of quality. Acceptance
Sampling is applied to lots or batches of products or, goods before or after a process to judge
conformance to predetermined standards. The lot is either accepted or, rejected depending on the
quality standard of the samples taken. It can be applied at the input stage of a production process
to prevent raw materials that don‟t meet the standards from entering into the process. Applying
sampling plan at the initial stage of production saves reworking time and money. Acceptance
sampling is also applied at the output stage of a production process which reduces the risk of bad
quality being passed on from the process to a consumer.

Sampling Plans specify the lot size, sample size, number of samples and acceptance/rejection
criteria. Most generally used sampling scheme is single sampling plan. Among others there are
double sampling plans, multiple sampling plan and sequential sampling plans.

Single Sampling Plan:

A single sampling plan is a lot sentencing procedure in which one sample of „n‟ units is selected
randomly from a lot of „N‟ units. Each item in the sample is examined and classified as
good/defective. If the number of defective exceeds a specified rejection number (k) the whole lot
is rejected; otherwise the whole lot is accepted.
Here,
N = Lot size
n = Sample size
k = Acceptance number
If „k‟ or less non-conforming units are found in the sample, the lot is accepted, else it is
rejected.
The real problem in most acceptance sampling is to design a satisfactory acceptance sampling
system or more commonly, to select such a system from a number of possible systems already
developed. To judge the suitability of any proposed acceptance sampling system in a particular
case, it is desirable to have an understanding of the strategy and tactics built into the various
available types of systems.

Based on manufacturer‟s product quality, data-type e.g. variables and attributes, can also classify
sampling plan. Variables, of course are quality characteristics that are measured on a numerical
scale. Attributes are quality characteristics that are expressed on a “go, no-go” basis. Present day
industrial practice of acceptance sampling is by attributes. But, the growth of knowledge of
statistical quality control techniques has led to a considerable increase in the industrial use of
acceptance sampling by variables. Acceptance sampling by variables is often preferable, though
costly, to acceptance sampling by attributes, particularly for those quality characteristics that are
sources of troubles. The great advantage of the use of acceptance sampling by variables is that
more information is obtained about the quality characteristics in question. In this experiment, an
acceptance sampling plan for variables will be designed and implemented.

Nomenclature:
α = Producer‟s risk
β = Consumer‟s risk
P1 = Lot fraction defective for which probability (Acceptance) ≥ 1 – α
P2 = Lot fraction defective for which probability (Acceptance) ≤ β
LSL = Lower specification limit
USL = Upper specification limit
n = Sample size
k = Critical value
𝑋 = Sample mean
𝑃LSL = Fraction defective estimates corresponding to LSL
𝑃USL = Fraction defective estimates corresponding to USL
M = Allowable fraction defective

𝑋− 𝑋 2
𝑆=
𝑛−1

𝑋 − 𝐿𝑆𝐿
𝑍 𝐿𝑆𝐿 =
𝑠

𝑈𝑆𝐿 − 𝑋
𝑍 𝑈𝑆𝐿 =
𝑠
Procedure:

The nomograph shown in fig. 3.1 is used to find the required sample size n and the critical value
k to meet a set of given conditions P1,P2, 1 – α, β for both the σ known and σ unknown cases.
The greater the uncertainty in the case where the standard deviation is unknown requires a larger
sample size than does σ known case but the same value of k is used.

After determining n and k from the nomograph, the diameters of the balls supplied is measured
and 𝑋 and 𝑆 is calculated. From given LSL and USL values Z (LSL) and Z (USL) is calculated.
From fig. 3.2 the value of M is determined. 𝑃LSL and 𝑃USL can be determined from fig 3.3.

If 𝑃LSL + 𝑃USL ≤M,the lot will be accepted, otherwise it will be rejected.

Assignment:
The density of a plastic used in a packet calculator to be at least 0.70 gm/cm3. The parts are
supplied in large lots and a variable sampling plan is to be used to sentence the lots. It is desired
to have α = 0.1, β = 0.05, P1 = 0.02 and P2 = 0.1. The variability of the manufacturing process is
unknown but will be estimated by the sample standard deviation.

a) Find an appropriate variable sampling plan.

b) Suppose that a sample of appropriate size was taken, and 𝑋 = 0.73and S = 1.05×10-2
Should the lot be accepted or rejected.

Question:

a) Explain: Acceptance sampling is not an attempt to ‘control’ the quality but to ‘assure’
the quality.
b) Why P1≥ 1 – αandP2≤ β explain?
c) What are the advantages of lot by lot acceptance sampling?
d) Write the difference between attributes and variables type acceptance sampling plan?
Experiment No: 04

Experiment Name: Vernier Bevel Protractor

Objectives:

 Learn and understand different parts of Vernier Bevel Protractor

 Know the use and working principle of Vernier Bevel Protractor
 Understand the use of Vernier Bevel Protractor

Vernier Bevel Protractor:

It is also called universal bevel protractor. It is one of the simplest instruments for angular
measurement. It is a direct type of angular measuring instrument. The range of this instrument is
0 to 360 degrees i.e. it can measure angles up to 360 degrees which any other angular measuring
instrument cannot measure. It also has two arms (fixed blade and adjustable blade), which can be
set along the faces and a circular scale to indicate the angle between them. Workpiece is set in
between these two arms (two blades, fixed blade and adjustable blade), and the difference of two
scale (main scale and Vernier scale) gives accurate measurement. Main parts of bevel protractor
are-

 Fixed base blade and a circular body is attached to it

 Adjustable blade
 Blade clamp
 Scale magnifier lens
 Acute angle attachment

Fig 4.1: Vernier Bevel Protractor

Note that, magnifying lens has been provided for easy reading of the instrument. Main scale is
circular and is graduated in degrees on the circular body. Main scale graduations are all around
the circular body which is attached to fixed base blade. Fixed base blade also called as stock is
attached to circular body of bevel protractor as shown in figure. Once the reading is fixed, blade
clamp fixes the reading. Blades are about 150 mm long or 300 mm long, 13 mm thick. Its ends
are beveled at 45 degrees and 60 degrees. Vernier scale is also marked on turret which can rotate
all over the fixed body. Adjustable can pass through the slot provided in turret. So as the turret
rotates, adjustable blade also rotates full 360 degrees. There are 12 graduations of Vernier scale
starting from 0 to 60 degrees on both sides of zero of Vernier scale.

How to read Vernier scale:

 If the indicator on the Vernier is corresponding to that

on the main scale, then directly read on the main scale.
 If the zero indicator on the Vernier indicates rightward
of the zero indicator on the main scale, read on the right
side of the Vernier. Example of fig 3.2 shows that 15
degree on the right side of the Vernier is directly in
correspondence with the main scale so the reading is
12o 15′.
 If the zero indicator of the Vernier indicates on the left
side of the zero indicators on the main scale, read on the
left side of the Vernier.

Fig 4.2: How to read

Vernier scale

Least count of Vernier Bevel Protractor:

smallest division on the main scale

Least count of Vernier Bevel Protractor =
Total no of division on the Vernier scale
60
= 1o (equal to 60′) i.e.
12
= 5 minutes (written as 5′)

Application of Vernier Bevel Protractor:

The bevel protractor can be used in the following applications-

 For checking V-block

 For measuring acute angle

Fig 4.3: Checking V-block Fig 4.4: Measuring acute angle

Assignment:

Find the difference of the angle in between the dial of hour and the dial of minute when your
clock indicates-

a) 3:30
b) 11:59
c) 12:00
 Experiment 1

Basics of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Objective: To learn basics of Programmable logic controller, logic diagrams, Boolean algebra
and ladder logic diagrams.

What is PLC:

 Programmable Logic Controller or PLC’s are the solid state member of computer family.

 It is a special form of microprocessor-based controller that uses programmable memory

to store instructions and to implement functions such as logic, sequencing, timing,
counting, and arithmetic in order to control machines and processes.

 It uses integrated circuit instead of electromechanical devices to implement control.

 A PLC monitors inputs, makes decisions based on its program, and controls outputs to
automate a process or machine.

 PLCs are similar to computers, but whereas computers are optimized for calculation and
display tasks, PLCs are optimized for control tasks and the industrial environment.

Figure: PLC schematic

Features of PLC:

 Rugged design; suitable for harsh industrial environments against high temperature
variations, dust and vibrations.
  Industry standard I/O interfaces; capable of communicating with other PLCs, computers
and intelligent devices.

 Industry standard programming languages; easily learned and understood. Programming

is primarily concerned with logic, timing, counting and switching operations.

 Field programmable.

 Reduces hard wiring and wiring cost.

 Monitoring, error checking and diagnostics capability.

 Competitive in both cost and space requirements.

Applications of PLC:
 Manufacturing/Machining
 Assembly machines
 Boring
 Cranes
 Energy demand
 Grinding
 Injection/blow molding
 Material conveyors
 Metal casting
 Milling
 Painting
 Plating
 Tracer lathe
 Welding
 Metals
 Blast furnace control
 Continuous casting
 Rolling mills
 Soaking pit
 Mining
 Bulk material conveyors
 Loading/unloading
 Ore processing
 Water/waste management
 Lumber/Pulp/Paper
 Batch digesters
 Chip handling
Major Components: PLC consists of five major sections:
1. Power Supply
2. Memory
3. Central Processing Unit (CPU)
4. I/O Interface
5. Programming Section

Principles of Operation:
 An input accepts a variety of digital or analog signals from various field devices or
sensors and converts them into a logic signal that can be used by the CPU.
 These field devices may be discrete or analog input devices, such as,
 Limit switches
 Pressure transducers
 Push buttons
 Motor starters
 Solenoids, etc.
 The CPU makes decisions and executes control instructions based on program
instructions in memory.
 During its operation, the CPU completes three processes:
 It reads, or accepts, the input data from the field devices via the input interfaces
 It executes, or performs, the control program stored in the memory system, and
 It writes, or updates, the output devices via the output interfaces.
 This process of sequentially reading the inputs, executing the program in memory and
updating the outputs is known as scanning.
  Output modules convert control instructions from the CPU into a digital or analog signal
that can be used to control various field devices or actuators.
 A programming devices (programmer), usually a personal computer or a
manufacturer’s miniprogrammer unit, is required to enter the control program or
instructions into memory.
 These instructions determine what the PLC will do for a specific input.
 An operator interface device allows process information to be displayed and new control
parameters to be entered.
The system power supply provides all the voltages required for the proper operation of the
various central processing.

PLC Programming Languages:

 There are five PLC programming languages;
1. Ladder Diagram(LAD): Graphic language derived from circuit diagram of
directly wired relay controls
2. Function Block Diagram (FBD) :Functions & functions block are represented
graphically and interconnected into networks.
3. Instruction List (IL): Textual assembler-type language consisting of an operator
and an operand.
4. Structured Text (ST): High level language based on Pascal.
5. Sequential Function Chart (SFC): A language resource for the structuring of
sequence-oriented control programs.
Ladder Diagram:
 Ladder diagram is type of graphic language for automatic control systems it had been
used for a long period since World War II.
 The use of ladder programming involves writing a program in a manner to drawing a
switching circuit.
 Originally there are only few basic elements available such as Normally Open or contact,
Normally Closed or contact, output coil, timers and counters.

Ladder Programming Convetions:

 When a ladder diagram contains a functional block, contact instructions are used to
represent the input conditions that drive the block’s logic.
 A functional block can have one or more enable inputs that control its operation. In
addition, it can have one or more output coils, which signify the status of the function
being performed.

Ladder Programming Convetions

Logical Functions:
AND Gate

OR Gate:
NOT Gate:

XOR gate:

NAND gate:
NOR GATE:

Laws of BOOLEAN Algebra:

Boolean Equivalent Boolean Algebra

Description
Expression Switching Circuit Law or Rule

A in parallel with
A+1=1 Annulment
closed = "CLOSED"
 A in parallel with
A+0=A Identity
open = "A"

A in series with
A.1=A Identity
closed = "A"

A in series with
A.0=0 Annulment
open = "OPEN"

A in parallel with
A+A=A Idempotent
A = "A"

A in series with
A.A=A Idempotent
A = "A"

NOT NOT A
NOT A = A' Double Negation
(double negative) = "A"
 A in parallel with
A + A' = 1 Complement
NOT A = "CLOSED"

A in series with
A . A' = 0 Complement
NOT A = "OPEN"

A in parallel with B =
A+B = B+A Commutative
B in parallel with A

A in series with B =
A.B = B.A Commutative
B in series with A

invert and replace OR with de Morgan’s

(A+B)' = A'.B'
AND Theorem

invert and replace AND de Morgan’s

(A.B)' = A'+B'
with OR Theorem
Assignment:

1. Draw the following logic diagrams

a. A.(B+C ')= Output

b. A ' (B+C) = Output

2. Prove that, A+BC = A.B + A.C according to BOOLEAN algebra.

3. Show the ladder logic diagrams for the three fundamental logic expressions (AND,OR, NOT)

Experiment 2

Pneumatic Control System (Pneumatic Trainer)

Objective: The objective of the experiment is to get acquainted with different types of control
systems, components of pneumatic control system and its application.

Pneumatic Control System: Pneumatics is a branch of engineering that makes use of gas
or pressurized air. Pneumatic systems used extensively in industry are commonly powered
by compressed air or compressed inert gases. A centrally located and electrically
powered compressor powers cylinders, air motors, and other pneumatic devices. A pneumatic
system controlled through manual or automatic solenoid valves is selected when it provides a
lower cost, more flexible, or safer alternative to electric motors and actuators.
Factory-plumbed pneumatic-power users need not worry about poisonous leakage, as the gas is
usually just air. Smaller or stand-alone systems can use other compressed gases that present
an asphyxiation hazard, such as nitrogen—often referred to as OFN (oxygen-free nitrogen) when
supplied in cylinders.
Any compressed gas other than air is an asphyxiation hazard—including nitrogen, which makes
up 78% of air. Compressed oxygen (approx. 21% of air) would not asphyxiate, but is not used in
pneumatically-powered devices because it is a fire hazard, more expensive, and offers no
performance advantage over air.
Portable pneumatic tools and small vehicles, such as Robot Wars machines and other hobbyist
applications are often powered by compressed carbon dioxide, because containers designed to
hold it such as soda stream canisters and fire extinguishers are readily available, and the phase
change between liquid and gas makes it possible to obtain a larger volume of compressed gas
from a lighter container than compressed air requires. Carbon dioxide is an asphyxiate and can
be a freezing hazard if vented improperly. Some other common uses of pneumatic system are
lifts, bus doors etc.
Comparison to hydraulics:
Advantages of pneumatics:

 Simplicity of design and control—Machines are easily designed using standard cylinders and
other components, and operate via simple on-off control.
 Reliability—Pneumatic systems generally have long operating lives and require little
maintenance. Because gas is compressible, equipment is less subject to shock damage. Gas
absorbs excessive force, whereas fluid in hydraulics directly transfers force. Compressed gas
can be stored, so machines still run for a while if electrical power is lost.
 Safety—There is a very low chance of fire compared to hydraulic oil. Newer machines are
usually overload safe.

Advantages of hydraulics:

 Liquid does not absorb any of the supplied energy.

 Capable of moving much higher loads and providing much higher forces due to the
incompressibility.
 The hydraulic working fluid is basically incompressible, leading to a minimum
of spring action. When hydraulic fluid flow is stopped, the slightest motion of the load
releases the pressure on the load; there is no need to "bleed off" pressurized air to release the
pressure on the load.
 Highly responsive compared to pneumatics.
 Supply more power than pneumatics.
 Can also do many purposes at one time: lubrication, cooling and power transmission.
Components of a Pneumatic Control System:
1. Sensor: A sensor is like a brain of a control system. It does not execute an action but it signals
the actuator when to execute the required actions and accordingly it runs the total systems. There
are several types of sensors like light sensor, proximity sensor, motion sensor etc.
2. Actuator: The actuator is like the hand or leg of a control system. It executes the required
action in response to the signal of the sensor. There are two types of actuators used in a
pneumatic system
a. Single Acting Cylinder (SAC): It has only one port for inlet and outlet of gas or air. It has a
restoring force (spring) to come back to its initial position without any impact of air. It can be
operated with a single 3 port valve.

Figure: Single Acting Cylinder

b. Double Acting Cylinder(DAC): It has two ports, one inlet and one outlet port for air in and
out. It has no restoring force attached to it. To operate a double acting cylinder, two 3-port valves
or a single 5-port valve is required.
3. Valves: Two types of valves are used to operate the actuators of a pneumatic system.

a. 3-port valve : It has only three ports along with a maximum of one connections between them
and one port always open. A 3-port valve can be lever operated or push/pull switch operated. In
any position of the lever/switch if port 1 is connected to port 2 then in the other position port 2
will be connected to port 3 leaving port 3 open in one position and port 1 open in the next. The
follwing figures show a lever operated and a push-pull operated 3 port
valves.

Figure: 3-port Valve

5-port valve: : It has 5 ports along with a maximum of two connections between them and two
ports always open. A port can be lever operated or push/pull switch operated. The advantage of a
5-port valve is that it can handle a DAC on its own whereas in case of 3-port valves two are
simultaneously required to be operated to handle a DAC. Moreover a 5-port valve can be used as
a 3-port valve as well.
 Figure: 5-port valve

In your control you will be demonstrated the actions of a pneumatic system through a pneumatic
trainer which uses air as power input.

Figure: Pneumatic trainer simulation

 Figure: Pneumatic Trainer

Assignment:

1. What are the advantages of a pneumatic system over a hydraulic one?

2. If you are driving a car on highway would you recommend a pneumatic break system in it?
Why?

3. Is there any way a DAC can be operated with a single 3-port valve? If yes/no, why?
 Experiment 3
Electro-Pneumatic Control System
Objective: The purpose of this experiment is to get exposure to a practical implementation of
combination of pneumatic control system and PLC logics.

Electro pneumatic control: A electro pneumatic control system uses compressible fluid as its
input power and facilitates automation through the use of PLC logics. So it is actually a
combination of a pneumatic and an electronic system.

In this experiment you will be illustrated an action of the electro-pneumatic trainer which will be
powered by the pneumatic trainer shown in previous experiment. And several logic gates will be
used to design a circuit which will facilitate the disposal of two different items in two different
bins. The pneumatic trainer has 3 cylinders to push the object to be disposed, One solenoid valve
to take pneumatic input and power the cylinders and three sensors (Dispenser sensor, Check
point sensor and transparency sensor). There is a PLC board attached to it to design the circuit to
perform required actions. The sequence of operations can be controlled both manually and
automatically. The following diagrams shows the Electro-Pneumatic trainer of this experiment

Figure: Electro-pneumatic trainer

Experimental details will be taught in the lab experiment. And the simulation of the device will
also be illustrated during the experiment.

Assignments

1. Draw the logic diagram of the that was designed in this experiment.

2. Draw the block diagram of the solenoid valve used in this experiment.
 Experiment 4

Proportional Integral Derivative Pressure Control System

Objective: The objective of this experiment is to learn the mechanism of PID control system and
its industrial applications.

Theory: A proportional–integral–derivative controller (PID controller) is a control loop feedback

mechanism (controller) commonly used in industrial control systems. A PID controller
continuously calculates an error value as the difference between a desired set point and a
measured process variable and applies a correction based on proportional, integral,
and derivative terms, respectively (sometimes denoted P, I, and D) which give their name to the
controller type. The controller attempts to minimize the error over time by adjustment of
a control variable u(t), such as the position of a control valve, a damper, or the power supplied to
a heating element, to a new value determined by a weighted sum:
𝑑𝑒 (𝑡) 𝑡
u (t) = KPe(t) + Kd + KI 0
𝑒 𝑡 𝑑𝑡
𝑑𝑡
where KP , KI and Kd , all non-negative, denote the coefficients for the proportional, integral,
and derivative terms, respectively (sometimes denoted P, I, and D). In this model:

 P accounts for present values of the error. For example, if the error is large and positive,
the control output will also be large and positive.
 I accounts for past values of the error. For example, if the current output is not
sufficiently strong, the integral of the error will accumulate over time, and the controller
will respond by applying a stronger action.
 D accounts for possible future trends of the error, based on its current rate of change

Figure: A schematic of PID control system

As a PID controller relies only on the measured process variable, not on knowledge of the
underlying process, it is broadly applicable. By tuning the three parameters of the model, a PID
controller can deal with specific process requirements. The response of the controller can be
described in terms of its responsiveness to an error, the degree to which the system overshoots a
set point, and the degree of any system oscillation. The use of the PID algorithm does not
guarantee optimal control of the system or even its stability.
Some applications may require using only one or two terms to provide the appropriate system
control. This is achieved by setting the other parameters to zero. A PID controller is called a PI,
PD, P or I controller in the absence of the respective control actions. PI controllers are fairly
common, since derivative action is sensitive to measurement noise, whereas the absence of an
integral term may prevent the system from reaching its target value.
For discrete-time systems, the term PSD (proportional-summation-difference) is often used.
Proportional Term: The proportional term produces an output value that is proportional to the
current error value. The proportional response can be adjusted by multiplying the error by a
constant Kp, called the proportional gain constant.
The proportional term is given by,
Pout = KPe(t)
A high proportional gain results in a large change in the output for a given change in the error. If
the proportional gain is too high, the system can become unstable (see the section on loop
tuning). In contrast, a small gain results in a small output response to a large input error, and a
less responsive or less sensitive controller. If the proportional gain is too low, the control action
may be too small when responding to system disturbances. Tuning theory and industrial practice
indicate that the proportional term should contribute the bulk of the output change.
Integral Term: The contribution from the integral term is proportional to both the magnitude of
the error and the duration of the error. The integral in a PID controller is the sum of the
instantaneous error over time and gives the accumulated offset that should have been corrected
previously. The accumulated error is then multiplied by the integral gain (Ki) and added to the
controller output.
The integral term is given by
t
Iout= KI 0
e t dt
The integral term accelerates the movement of the process towards set point and eliminates the
residual steady-state error that occurs with a pure proportional controller. However, since the
integral term responds to accumulated errors from the past, it can cause the present value
to overshoot the set point value (see the section on loop tuning).
Derivative term: The derivative of the process error is calculated by determining the slope of
the error over time and multiplying this rate of change by the derivative gain Kd. The magnitude
of the contribution of the derivative term to the overall control action is termed the derivative
gain, Kd.
The derivative term is given by,
de (t)
Dout= Kd dt
Derivative action predicts system behavior and thus improves settling time and stability of the
system. An ideal derivative is not causal, so that implementations of PID controllers include an
additional low-pass filtering for the derivative term to limit the high-frequency gain and noise.
Derivative action is seldom used in practice though – by one estimate in only 25% of deployed
controllers because of its variable impact on system stability in real-world applications.
Loop tuning: Tuning a control loop is the adjustment of its control parameters (proportional
band/gain, integral gain/reset, derivative gain/rate) to the optimum values for the desired control
response. Stability (no unbounded oscillation) is a basic requirement, but beyond that, different
systems have different behavior, different applications have different requirements, and
requirements may conflict with one another.
PID tuning is a difficult problem, even though there are only three parameters and in principle is
simple to describe, because it must satisfy complex criteria within the limitations of PID control.
There are accordingly various methods for loop tuning, and more sophisticated techniques are
the subject of patents; this section describes some traditional manual methods for loop tuning.
Designing and tuning a PID controller appears to be conceptually intuitive, but can be hard in
practice, if multiple (and often conflicting) objectives such as short transient and high stability
are to be achieved. PID controllers often provide acceptable control using default tunings, but
performance can generally be improved by careful tuning, and performance may be unacceptable
with poor tuning. Usually, initial designs need to be adjusted repeatedly through computer
simulations until the closed-loop system performs or compromises as desired.
Some processes have a degree of nonlinearity and so parameters that work well at full-load
conditions don't work when the process is starting up from no-load; this can be corrected by gain
scheduling (using different parameters in different operating regions).
There are two types of tuning system,
Manual tuning where the parameters are manually controlled to optimize the output and the
other is software controlled where the parameters are controlled by the software to get the
desired set point for both input and output control loop.
Experimental device: The pressure control device we use in our experiment is PCT 53 pressure
control device. It is software operated and the parameters can be manually or automatically
controlled. Both will be9 demonstrated in your experiment.

Figure: PID pressure control device

The software simulates the graphical representation of pressure change with time along with the
numerical values of the set parameters and set point. There are four valves in the device along
with a solenoid valve, one input valve, one output valve and an emergency valve to protect air
entrapping.
Limitations of PID: While PID controllers are applicable to many control problems, and often
perform satisfactorily without any improvements or only coarse tuning, they can perform poorly
in some applications, and do not in general provide optimal control. The fundamental difficulty
with PID control is that it is a feedback control system, with constant parameters, and no direct
knowledge of the process, and thus overall performance is reactive and a compromise. While
PID control is the best controller in an observer without a model of the process, better
performance can be obtained by overtly modeling the actor of the process without resorting to an
observer.
PID controllers, when used alone, can give poor performance when the PID loop gains must be
reduced so that the control system does not overshoot, oscillate or hunt about the control setpoint
value. They also have difficulties in the presence of non-linearities, may trade-off regulation
versus response time, do not react to changing process behavior (say, the process changes after it
has warmed up), and have lag in responding to large disturbances.
The most significant improvement is to incorporate feed-forward control with knowledge about
the system, and using the PID only to control error. Alternatively, PIDs can be modified in more
minor ways, such as by changing the parameters (either gain scheduling in different use cases or
adaptively modifying them based on performance), improving measurement (higher sampling
rate, precision, and accuracy, and low-pass filtering if necessary), or cascading multiple PID
controllers.
Another problem faced with PID controllers is that they are linear, and in particular symmetric.
Thus, performance of PID controllers in non-linear systems (such as HVAC systems) is variable.
For example, in temperature control, a common use case is active heating (via a heating element)
but passive cooling (heating off, but no cooling), so overshoot can only be corrected slowly – it
cannot be forced downward. In this case the PID should be tuned to be overdamped, to prevent
or reduce overshoot, though this reduces performance (it increases settling time).
Assignment:
1. Why is PID suboptimal in case of non-linearities?
2. What problems may arise if the differential part is missing in a PID?
3. What are the limitations of a PID?
4. Mention a few industrial applications of PID.
 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
IPE 3104: Product Design and Development sessional
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students must form group and submit at least five ideas for product development by each
group with in the first week of the beginning of class
2. Students must be present on time as per the scheduled time of each briefing
3. Report/ Assignment of a briefing must be submitted in the next briefing
4. Viva for each brief may be taken on the next day with the report/ assignment
5. The structure of the Report/ Assignment of each briefing will be provided by the
respective teacher
6. Final presentation will be taken at the end of the semester before the preparatory leave.
7. Students must bring their complete product at the day of presentation for product
demonstration
8. A tentative marks distribution is given below:

Report/ Assignment Attendance and Final Product demonstration

Viva Presentation
30 20 25 25

Steps regarding briefing of Product Design and Development sessional will be followed as
mentioned below-

Functional
Quality Function
Survey Decomposition
Deployment
and Black box

Alternative Material
Stress Product Design
and Manufacturing
Analysis Analysis
Selection Process

Cost Analysis
 Brief-1

Survey
Market surveys are an important part of market research that measure the feelings and
preferences of customers in a given market. Varying greatly in size, design, and purpose, market
surveys are one of the main pieces of data that companies and organizations use in determining
what products and services to offer and how to market them. These steps will teach you the
basics of how to make a market survey and offer tips for optimizing your results.

Clarify the goal of your market survey. Before starting any planning, be certain what the goal
of your market survey is. What do you want to find out? Do you want to try to assess how well
your market will accept a new product? Maybe you want to figure out how well your marketing
is working or reaching its designated audience. Whatever it is, be sure that you have a clear goal
in mind.

Determine and define the nature, extent, and size of your market. Before conducting a
survey in a given market, you need to know what market you're targeting. Choose geographic
and demographic parameters, identify customers by types of product, and get an idea of how
many people there are in the market.

Determine what aspects of the market you want to investigate. This will depend entirely on
your marketing goals and there are a large variety of options here. If you have a new product,
you may want to figure out how well it is recognized or desired in a given market. Alternately,
you may want to know about the specific buying habits of your market, like when and where and
how much they buy. Just be sure to have a clear idea of what you want to find out.

Find out where and when you can reach customers in your market. You might conduct a
survey at the mall or on the street, via telephone, online, or through the mail. Your results may
change based on the time of day and year. Choose a method and time that best suits your
research.

Determine what type of survey to use. Surveys can be split into two different general
categories: questionnaires and interviews. The only difference is who does the recording of the
respondents' information; in the questionnaire, the respondent records their own answers to the
questions, whereas in the interview, the interviewer writes down what the respondent says.
Beyond that, there are other options as to how the survey is administered, whether that's online
or in person. Surveys can also be done individually or in groups.
Consider online survey platforms. Online survey platforms offer a cost and time-effective way
to organize your survey and survey results. Simply search for these platforms online and
compare several that you find to assess which one offers the right tools for your survey. Just
make sure that your choices are reputable survey platforms. You should also consider whether or
not your target market is computer-savvy enough for online surveys to be effective

In order to get the best results students have to consider some important assumption before doing
survey such as:

• Choose a sample size

• Prepare a list of questions with answers that will provide the data you need for your
market research
• Devise a way to quantify the answers you receive.
• Identify variables that might affect your results.
• Have someone else look over your survey.
• Set a time period and location for your survey
• Conduct your survey, maximizing sample size and accuracy of responses.
• Analyze your results.
 Brief-2

QUALITY FUNCTON DEPLOYMENT

Definition of QFD -QFD stands for quality function deployment. It is a very systematic and
organized approach of taking customer needs and demands in the consideration when designing
a new products and services or when improving existing products or services.

• Quality -meeting customer requirements

• Function - What must be done-Focusing the attention
• Deployment - who will do it, When

Benefits of QFD

• create customer driven environment

• reduces the cycle time for new products
• reduces design to manufacturing costs
• increases communication through cross functional teams
• establish priority requirements and improves quality
Characteristics of QFD

 Four main phases of QFD

• Product planning including the 'House of Quality' (requirements engineering life cycle)
• Product design (design life cycle)
• Process planning (implementation life cycle)
• Process control (testing life cycle)

Product planning Part planning

- define and prioritize customer needs - identify critical parts and sub-assemblies
- analyze competitive opportunities - identify interaction effect between parts
- plan a product to respond to a need - identify important parts characteristics that can
- establish target values fulfill product needs
Process requirement Production planning
- determine critical process and material - establish operational requirement
flow - determine operation sequence
- determine process parameters - establish process control methodology
- identify equipment requirements
House of Quality

The primary planning tool used in QFD is the house of quality. The house of quality translates
the voice of the customer into design requirements that meet specific target values and
matches that against how an organization will meet those requirements. Many managers and
engineers consider the house of quality · to be the primary chart in quality planning.

To build House of Quality

• Identify customer wants

• Identify how the good/services will satisfy customer wants
• Relate customer wants to product how
• Identify relationships between the firm's how and the customer's how
• Develop importance rating
• Evaluate competing products

The structure of QFD can be thought of as a framework of a house, as shown in the figure
below

1. Customer requirements -the voice of customer in their own words

2. Planning matrix

• Customer satisfaction-existing products fulfilling specified requirements.

• Improvement ratio = (existing rating-planned rating)/highest rating+l
• Sales point-weight for marketability
• Overall weighting=improvement factor* sales point*customer importance

3. Technical requirement - engineering characteristics, voice of the company

4. Interrelationships -between customer requirements and technical requirements
5. S. Roof - consider impact of technical requirements on each other
 Brief-3

Functional Decomposition and Black Box

Functional Decomposition

Function:

A function of a product is a statement of a clear, reproducible relationship between the available

input and the desired output of a product, independent of any particular form. The product
function is the overall intended function of the product.

Sub function:

A sub function is a component of a product function. An overall function has to be divided into
identifiable sub functions and the overall function is often governed by a constraint or input-
output relationship.

An elementary approach to developing a function description of a product is to decompose the

prime function hierarchically into sub functions that, when all are fulfilled, completes the overall
product function. Function trees can be developed to understand the product function. The
following is an example of the functional decomposition of Ice crusher machine.

Automatic Industrial Ice

Crusher Machine

Base Main Body Driven Unit

Frame
Wheels Power AC Power
Vertical Switch Rectengualr
Cast iron Supply
Portabilit shape base
y columns
Single
Wires Sheet Phase
Supporting Internal slope Stainless
the frame metal Motor
of Stainless Steel roller
Power cover
Steel by of food Motor
supply from
jacketing grade Pulley
AC Source
Roller
Belt
Pulley

Bearing

Roller

Figure 3: Functional decomposition of Automatic Industrial Ice Crusher Machine.

Black Box:

Black Box Model is a robust and complete method for modeling product’s functionality. It is
called “black-box” because its internal form is deemed unknown. It allows us to focus on the
greatest and overall need for a product. The Black Box initiates a technical understanding of a
product based on its inputs and outputs, known as material, energy and information. an example
is illustrated below.

INPUT OUTPUTT

ENERGY ENERGY
-Pressure -Rotational motion
-Electrical Power
Supply (AC)
Ice Crusher
Machine MATERIALS
MATERIALS
-Block Ice -Crushed Ice

INFORMATION INFORMATION
-Electrical signal -Starting of motion
-Stoppage of motion

BLACK BOX MODEL OF AUTOMATIC ICE CRUSHER MACHINE

 Brief -4

Product Design Analysis

Product design analysis means studying how well a product does its job. The justification of a
product lies in its use, however abstract that use may be (e.g. the use of a car to boost a driver’s
image); the product has no right of existence in itself. In this context it is important to note that
the physical appearance of a product is only one of the many possible design implementations of
the set of functions it is supposed to perform.

Designers and manufacturers use product design analysis to help them develop ideas for new or
improved products and to analyze the work of other designers. Quality assurance is a system of
checks and inspections to ensure high standards throughout design and manufacture. The
purpose of the design analysis is to define a product that performs these functions as well as
possible within the constraints of cost, (development) time and performance (quality), and the
design problem to be solved is how to accomplish this.

The necessary condition to be fulfilled prior to the start of the design analysis properly is to
know, what the user’s intended use of the product will be:

• What he wants to do with the product (so its desired functions),

• How well he wants these functions performed and why,
• Which functions are the crucial ones?

Especially the last item is of importance, as it is the source for the set of criteria to be used in
taking design decisions. During the design process the design team must continuously check
whether the chosen design implementation meets the requirements from the user’s point of view.
To be able to do this, product characteristics must be linked back to the functions the product has
to perform. Also, when choosing between design alternatives the key functions, in addition to the
major constraints the product has to comply with, again deliver the criteria to screen and rank the
alternatives.

A list of Universal Design principles are mentioned below-

1. Equitable Use: The design is useful and marketable to people with diverse abilities.
2. Flexibility in Use: The design accommodates a wide range of individual preferences and
abilities.
3. Simple & Intuitive to use: Use of the design is easy to understand, regardless of the user's
experience, knowledge, language skills, or current concentration level.
4. Perceptible Information: The design communicates necessary information effectively to the
user, regardless of ambient conditions or the user's sensory abilities.
5. Tolerance for Error: The design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of
accidental or unintended actions.
6. Low Physical Effort: The design can be used efficiently and comfortably and with a
minimum of fatigue.
7. Size and space for approach & use:The design provides for appropriate size and space for
approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of user's body size, posture, or mobility.

The attributes of a properly designed product are mentioned below-

1. Functionality: The product must function properly for intended purpose.

2. Reliability: The product must perform properly for the designated period of time.
3. Productivity: The product must be produced with a required quantity and quality at a
defined and feasible cost.
4. Quality: The product must satisfy customer’s stated and unstated needs.
5. Standardization: The product should be designed in such a fashion so that most of the
components are standardized and easily available in the market.
6. Maintainability: The product must perform for a designated period with a minimum and
defined maintenance. Adequate provision for maintenance should be kept in the product.
7. Cost effectiveness: The product must be cost effective. The must be manufactured in the
most cost effective environment.

Product Architecture

Product contains components (CD players have a chassis, motors, disk drive, and speaker and so
on), that can be combined into chunks (the base, the disk handling system, the recording system,
and the sound producing system). A product is also composed of functional elements (for a CD
player, these might include reading disks, recording sound, producing sound, and adjusting
sound quality). The product architecture is how the functional elements are assigned to the
chunks and how the chunks are interrelated.

Design for Manufacturing

Value Analysis or engineering: Simplification of products and processes. Value analysis seeks to
improve the secondary function, e.g. how to open a can or make a tool box.

Terms in Value Analysis:

• Objective: Primary purpose of the product
• Basic Function: Makes the objective possible
• Secondary Function: How to perform the basic function
Modular Design: Multiple products using common parts, processes and modules.

• Allows greater variety through ‘mixing and matching’ of modules

• Develops a series of basic product components (modules) for later assembly into multiple
products
• Reduces complexity and costs associated with large number of product variations
• Easy to subcontract production of modules

Design Variables & Attributes

Design Variables: Set of input variables (parameters) to the design simulation software (e.g.
Motor type, Gear type, Gear ratio, DC voltage, ambient temperature)

Performance Attributes: Set of attributes that is the output of the simulation software, and
identifies a product design (e.g. manufacturing cost, Weight, Time per operation per battery
charge)

Design Alternative Generation

Two methods for generating design alternatives-

Multi objective Optimization

• Formulate a multiobjective optimization problem, solve for the alternatives that satisfy the
objectives (performance attributes) the most.
• There is no closed form representation of the objective functions
• The design input parameters consist of both continuous and discrete variables
• Multiobjective Genetic Algorithm is a good choice to handle this type of problems
• The solution points constitute a non-dominated set w.r.t. all objective functions.

Permutation over Attributes

• Generating design alternatives by permuting the attributes over all (or certain) levels
• Mapping between the attributes and the design variables is simple(i.e. we can easily obtain
the corresponding design variables, once we get the attribute levels)
• Very easy to implement but less likely to be able to handle real applications.
 Brief-5

Alternative Material and Manufacturing Selection Process

It is estimated that there are more than 40,000 currently useful metallic alloys and probably close
to that number of nonmetallic engineering materials such as plastics, ceramics and glasses,
composite materials, and semiconductors. This large number of materials and the many
manufacturing processes available to the engineer, coupled with the complex relationships
between the different selection parameters, often make the selection of a materials for a given
component a difficult task. If the selection process is carried out haphazardly, there will be the
risk of overlooking a possible attractive alternative material. This risk can be reduced by
adopting a systematic material selection procedure.

A variety of quantitative selection procedures have been developed to analyze the large amount
of data involved in the selection process so that a systematic evaluation can be made. Several of
the quantitative procedures can be adapted to use computers in selection from a data bank of
materials. The materials and process selection is often thought of in terms of new product
development

Quantitative Methods

Having specified the performance requirements of the different parts, the required material
properties can be established for each of them. These properties may be quantitative or
qualitative, essential or desirable. The essential material properties are tensile and fatigue
strengths, while the desirable properties that should be maximized are process ability, weight,
reliability, and resistance to service conditions. All these properties should be achieved at a
reasonable cost. The selection process involves the search for the material or materials that
would best meet those requirements. The starting point for materials selection is the entire range
of engineering materials.

After narrowing down the field of possible materials using one or more of the quantitative initial
screening methods quantitative methods can be used to further narrow the field of possible
materials and matching manufacturing processes to a few optimum candidates that have good
combinations of soft requirements.

Weighted-Properties Method

In the weighted-properties method each material requirement, or property, is assigned a certain

weight, depending on its importance to the performance of the part in service. A weighted-
property value is obtained by multiplying the numerical value of the property by the weighting
factor (α). The individual weighted-property values of each material are then summed to give a
comparative materials performance index (β). Materials with the higher performance index (β)
are considered more suitable for the application.

Digital Logic Method

The digital logic approach can be used as a systematic tool to determine α. In this procedure
evaluations are arranged such that only two properties are considered at a time. Every possible
combination of properties or goals is compared and no shades of choice are required, only a yes
or no decision for each evaluation. To determine the relative importance of each property or goal
a table is constructed, the properties or goals are listed in the left-hand column, and comparisons
are made in the columns to the right, as shown in Table 1. In comparing two properties or goals,
the more important goal is given numerical one (1) and the less important is given zero (0). The
total number of possible decisions N = n (n - 1)/2, where n is the number of properties or goals
under consideration. A relative emphasis coefficient or weighting factor, α, for each goal is
obtained by dividing the number of positive decisions for each goal (m) into the total number of
possible decisions (N). In this case ∑α = 1.

Table 1 Determination of Relative Importance of Goals Using Digital Logic Method

Performance Index

The property with higher numerical value will have more influence than is warranted by its
weighting factor. This drawback is overcome by introducing scaling factors. Each property is so
scaled that its highest numerical value does not exceed 100. When evaluating a list of candidate
materials, one property is considered at a time. The best value in the list is rated as 100 and the
others are scaled proportionally. Introducing a scaling factor facilitates the conversion of normal
material property values to scaled dimensionless values. For a given property, the scaled value,
B, for a given candidate material is equal to:
For properties such as cost, corrosion or wear loss, weight gain in oxidation, etc., a lower value is
more desirable. In such cases, the lowest value is rated as 100 and B is calculated as:

For material properties that can be represented by numerical values, application of the above
procedure is simple. However, with properties such as corrosion and wear resistance,
machinability and weldability, etc. numerical values are rarely given and materials are usually
rated as very good, good, fair, poor, etc.In such cases, the rating can be converted to numerical
values using an arbitrary scale. For example, corrosion resistance rating—excellent, very good,
good, fair, and poor—can be given numerical values of 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1, respectively. After
scaling the different properties, the material performance index (γ) can be calculated as:

where iis summed over all the n relevant properties.

CASE STUDY IN MATERIAL SELECTION

The objective is to select the least expensive component that satisfies the requirements for a
simple structural component for cryogenic storage tank.

Materials requirements

 used in cryogenic applications for liquefied nitrogen gas) must not suffer ductile-brittle
transition at -196° C
 Using stronger material gives thinner walls, which means a lighter tank, lower cool down
losses, and easier to weld
 Lower specific gravity gives lighter tank
 Lower specific heat reduces cool down losses
 Lower thermal expansion coefficient reduces thermal stress
 Lower thermal conductivity reduces heat losses
 The cost of material and processing
Table 2: Digital logic method to cryogenic tank problem

Table 3 Weighting factors for cryogenic tank

Table 4 Properties of candidate materials for cryogenic tank

Table 5 Scaled values of properties and performance index

From the above calculations the value of performance index has shown we can choose SS 301-
FH for cryogenic tank.
 Brief-6
Stress Analysis

As the manufacturing and engineering industry tend to become more complex and challenging,
the importance of stress analysis in product and systems development is experienced better than
ever.

Across manufacturing, biomedical, automotive, chemicals, aerospace, electronics, energy, and

Geo-technical industries, analysis and prediction of potential stress and fatigue in the product are
often performed as the last step of more complex multi-disciplinary analysis of
electromechanical devices. It helps in determining the response of a structure, product or system
on application of load. It is critical in evaluating structural analysis based on assessing fatigue
and failure analysis process.

What is Stress Analysis?

Stress analysis is the process of comprehensive industrial testing based on the calculations of
mechanical strain, stress, and related deformations on application of load. It is an advanced
computational method of applying load on a structure to determine its response.

The analysis method is used for counter evaluating the effectiveness of FEA structural analysis
based on the report for fatigue and stress assessment and failure analysis. The calculations can be
used in determining the stress and fatigue level of different industrial structures, aircraft and
aerospace, sub-sea components, rail, marine components, and nuclear structures and
components.

Key Features of Stress Analysis

Stress analyzing modules come with different features that are of key benefit to engineering and
manufacturing companies. However, some of the most important features include:

• Plane stress and strain

• Anisotropic stretch properties
• Electric and magnetic forces
• Thermal stresses
• Rigorous and dispersed loading
Stress Analysis example:

Figure 1: Static Stress Analysis for a Roller

Figure -2: Static Displacement Analysis for a Roller

 Figure -3: Nodal Solution for stress analysis of a motor Shaft

Figure -4: Nodal Solution for Displacement Analysis of a motor Shaft

 Figure -5: List of result For Stress Analysis of a motor shaft

The Process of Stress Analysis

Analysis of stress within a structure encompasses determining the capability across all the points
of the structure on application of load. The stress and fatigue rate is determined on a scale of 9-
stress components to give a comprehensive view of the structure’s performance and response in
the face of the load. It helps in determining the purpose of interior allocation of stress within a
structure.

The process of stress analysis includes the following stages:

• Building a part or structure to serve the function but at the same time, with reduced
material usage and minimal cost
• Determining and setting the nature of the loads that can act on a structure, which includes
density, tension, torsion, winding, trim, or amalgamation of these loads.
• When force is continuously applied to the structure, it tends to fail or get ruptured over
time; more so due to lack of stable load condition. Stress analysis determines the level of stress
under such cyclic load conditions
• To make sure that a particular part can efficiently work without breaking under force, it is
tested based on the level of stress that it can take

Benefits of Stress Analysis Services

The key benefits of stress analysis services to engineering and manufacturing industries are
underlined below:

• Facilitates accurate and reliable calculation of strain, distribution of load, and deflection
• Vast domain expertise in structure and thermal stress
• Leverage the power of efficient FEA solutions for product designing and development
• Minimum errors and loopholes, which ensures no product failure
• Cost-effective solutions
 Brief-7
Cost Analysis
Cost analysis is a detailed outline of the potential risks and gains of a projected venture. The
accumulation, examination, and manipulation of cost data for comparisons and projection are
called cost analysis.

Cost estimate is the approximation of the cost of a program, project, or operation. The cost
estimate is the product of the cost estimating process. The cost estimate has a single total value
and may have identifiable component values.

Project underestimation of resources and costs is one of the most common contributors to project
failure. Project teams should estimate costs for all resources that will be charged to the project.
This includes but is not limited to

• Labor
• Materials
• Equipment
• Services
• Facilities
• Software etc.

Cost Analysis hierarchy for mass production

Cost

Fixed Cost Variable Cost

Material Cost

Manufacturing
Overhead

Labor and
Assembly cost

Fixed Cost

Fixed costs are costs that are independent of output. These remain constant throughout the
relevant range and are usually considered sunk for the relevant range (not relevant to output
decisions). Fixed costs often include rent, buildings, machinery, etc.
Variable Cost

Variable costs are costs that vary with output. Generally variable costs increase at a constant rate
relative to labor and capital. Variable costs may include wages, utilities, materials used in
production, etc.

Break Even Analysis

The main objective of break-even analysis is to find the cut-off production volume from where a
firm will make profit. Let

s = selling price per unit

v = variable cost per unit
FC = fixed cost per period
Q= volume of production
The total sales revenue (S) of the firm is given by the following formula:
S = s× Q
Total Cost= Total variable cost + Fixed cost = v×Q + FC

The linear plots of the above two equations are shown in Fig. 1.

Fig. 1: Break-even chart.

The intersection point of the total sales revenue line and the total cost line is called the break-
even point. The corresponding volume of production on the X-axis is known as the break-even
sales quantity. At the intersection point, the total cost is equal to the total revenue. This point is
also called the no-loss or no-gain situation. For any production quantity which is less than the
break-even quantity, the total cost is more than the total revenue. Hence, the firm will be making
loss.
 Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

LABORATORY MANUAL
For the students of
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
3rd Year, 1st Semester

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 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
IPE 3202: Ergonomics and Productivity Engineering
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students shall not be allowed to perform any experiment without apron and
shoes.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. The report should include the following:
 Top sheet with necessary information
 Main objectives
 Work material/machine/tool/equipment used (with their
specifications)
 Experimental procedures
 Experimental results and discussions (Experimental setup,
Experimental conditions, Data, Graph, calculation etc.)
 Conclusions
 Acknowledgements
 References
5. A quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
6. Marks distribution:

Total Marks
Report Attendance Quiz
40 10 50
 Experiment No: 1

Experiment Name: Anthropometry Measurement

Introduction
The term anthropometry is derived from two Greek words, anthropos, meaning man, and metros,
meaning measurement. In other words, anthropometry is concerned with the measurements of
human dimensions. Hundreds of these dimensions are possible, everything from common
measurement of stature, or height, to the size of u human fingernail, but of these, a hundred or
more have been defined as being useful for various purposes.
In using anthropometric measurements there are several things to bear in mind. One of these is
the source of the measurements. All anthropometric tables present values that are statistical in
nature. In other words they are derived as averages of multiple samples, sometimes from
hundreds, sometimes from thousands of subjects. The larger the sample, the more representative
it is or in statistical terms the greater is the accuracy of confidence in the measured value. The
subjects in these simples are measured under standard conditions.

Objective
The objectives off this lab are:
 To know how to perform anthropometrics measurement
 To process the measurements so as to be useful
 To apply the data in the design of workplace, workstation, tools and equipment to
 fit to the human body.

Methodology
To calculate a percentile value, simply multiply the standard deviation S by a factor k, selected
from table 1. Then add the product to the mean m:
p = m + k*S

If the desire d percentile is above the 50th percentile, the factor k has a positive sign and the
product k*S is added to the mean m; if the p-value is below 50th percentile, k is negative and the
product k*S is subtracted from the mean m. 1 the equation of mean m:
x
m=  
 n 
 
m = mean
x = sample value
n = total of samples
The distribution of the data is described by the equation:

S=
 ( x  m) 2

mz = mx – m y

Sz = S 2
z  S y2  2r * S x * S y 
Table 1: Percentile Values and Associated k Factors

Below Mean Above Mean

Percentile Factor K Percentile Factor K Percentile Factor K Percentile Factor K
0.001 -4.25 26 -0.64 50 0 80 0.84
0.01 -3.72 27 -0.61 51 0.03 81 0.88
0.1 -3.09 28 -0.58 52 0.05 82 0.92
0.5 -2.58 29 -0.55 53 0.08 83 0.95
1 -2.33 30 -0.52 54 0.10 84 0.99
2 -2.05 31 -0.50 55 0.13 85 1.04
2.5 -1.96 32 -0.47 56 0.15 86 1.08
3 -1.88 33 -0.44 57 0.18 87 1.13
4 -1.75 34 -0.41 58 0.20 88 1.18
5 -1.64 35 -0.39 59 0.23 89 1.23
6 -1.55 36 -0.36 60 0.25 90 1.28
7 -1.48 37 -0.33 61 0.28 91 1.34
8 -1.41 38 -0.31 62 0.31 92 1.41
9 -1.34 39 -0.28 63 0.33 93 1.48
10 -1.24 40 -0.25 64 0.36 94 1.55
11 -1.23 41 -0.23 65 0.39 95 1.64
12 -1.18 42 -0.20 66 0.41 96 1.75
13 -1.13 43 -0.18 67 0.44 97 1.88
14 -1.08 44 -0.15 68 0.47 97.5 1.96
15 -1.04 45 -0.13 69 0.50 98 2.05
16 -0.99 46 -0.10 70 0.52 99 2.33
17 -0.95 47 -0.08 71 0.55 99.5 2.58
18 -0.92 48 -0.05 72 0.58 99.9 3.09
19 -0.88 49 -0.03 73 0.61 99.99 3.72
20 -0.84 50 0 74 0.64 99.999 4.26
21 -0.81 75 0.67
22 -0.77 76 0.71
23 -0.74 77 0.74
24 -0.71 78 0.77
25 -0.67 79 0.81
Any percentile value p can be calculated from the mean m and the standard deviation.
Result: Anthropometry measurement

Men Women
Dimentsion 5th % th
5th % th
Mean 95 SD Mean 95 % SD
ile % ile ile ile
Stature
Eye Height, Standing
Shoulder Height (Acromion),
Standing
Elbow Height, Standing
Hip Height (Trochanter)
Knuckle Height, Standing
Finger Height, Standing
Sitting Height
Sitting Eye Height
Sitting Shoulder Height
(Acromion)
Sittings Elbow Height
Sitting Thigh Height
(Clearance)
Sittings Knee Height
Sittings Popliteal Height
Shoulder Elbow Length
Elbow-Fingertip Length
Overhead Grip Reach, Sitting
Overhead Grip Reach,
Standing
Forward Grip Reach
Arm Length, Vertical
Downward Grip Reach
Chest Depth
Abdominal Depth, Sitting
Buttock-Knee Depth, Sitting
Buttock-Popliteal Depth,
Sitting
Shoulder Breadth
(Biacromial)
Shoulder Breadth (Bideltoid)
Hip Breadth, Sitting
Span
Elbow Span
Hand Length
Hand Breadth

See appendix for detail of anthropometric measurement

Appendix: Body Dimensions

The required dimensions are as follows:

1. Stature: The vertical distance from to top of the head, when standing.
2. Eye Height, Standing: The vertical distance form the floor to the outer corner of the right
eye, when standing.
3. Shoulder Height (Acromion), Standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the tip
(acromion) of the shoulder, when standing.
4. Elbow Height, standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the lowest point of the right
elbow, when standing
5. Hip Height (Trochanter), Standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the trochanter
landmark on the upper side of the right thigh, when standing.
6. Knuckle Height, Standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the knuckle (metacarpal
bone) of the middle finger of the right hand, when standing.

Fig: 1.1: Illustrations of Measured Body Dimensions

7. Fingertip Height, Standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the tip of the index
finger of the right hand, when standing.
8. Sitting Height: the vertical distance form the sitting surface to the top of the head, when
sitting.
9. Sitting Eye Height: The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the outer corner of the
right eye, when sitting.
10. Sitting Shoulder Height ( Acromion) : The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the
tip (acromion) of the shoulder.
11. Sitting Elbow Height: The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the lowest point of
the right elbow, when sitting.
12. Sitting Thigh Height (Clearance) : The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the
highest point of the right thigh, when sitting.
13. Sitting Knee Height: The vertical distance from the floor to the top of the right knee cap,
when sitting with knees flexed at 90 degrees.
14. Sitting Popliteal Height: The vertical distance from the floor to the underside of the thigh
directly behind the right knee, when sitting with knees flexed at 90 degrees.
15. Shoulder-Elbow Length: The vertical distance from the underside of the right elbow to the
right acromion., with the elbow flexed at 90 degrees and the upper arm hanging vertically.
16. Elbow-Fingertip Length: The distance from the back of the right elbow to the tip of the
middle finger, with the elbow flexed at 90 degrees.
17. Overhead Grip Reach, Sitting: The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the center of
a cylindrical rod firmly held in the palm of the right hand.
18. Overhead grip reach, standing: the vertical distance from the standing surface to the center
of a cylindrical rod firmly held in the palm of the right hand.
19. The horizontal Forward Grip Reach distance from the back of the right shoulder blade to
the center of a cylindrical rod firmly held in the palm of the right hand.
20. Arm Length, Vertical: The vertical distance from the tip of the right middle finger to the
right acromion, with the arm hanging vertically.
21. Downward Grip Reach: The vertical distance from the right acromion to the center of a
cylindrical rod firmly held in the palm of the right hand, with the arm hanging vertically.
22. Chest depth: the horizontal depth from the back to the right nipple.
23. Abdominal Depth, Sitting: The horizontal distance from the back of to the most protruding
point on the abdomen.
24. Buttock-Knee Depth, Sitting: The horizontal distance from the back of the buttocks to the
back of right knee, when sitting with the knees flexed at 90 degrees.
25. Buttock-Popliteal Depth, Sitting: The horizontal distance from the back of the
buttocks to the right knee just below the thigh, when sitting with the knees flexed at 90
degrees.
26. Shoulder Breadth, Biacromial: The distance between the right and left acromion.
27. Shoulder Breadth, Bideltoid: The maximal horizontal breadth across the shoulders between
the lateral margins of the right and left deltoid muscles.
28. Hip Breadth, Sitting: The maximal horizontal breadth across the hips or thighs, whatever is
greater, when sitting.
29. Span: The distance between the tips of the middle fingers of the horizontally outstretched
arms and hands.
30. Elbow Span: The distance between the tips of the elbows of the horizontally outstretched
upper arms flexed so that the fingertips of the hands meet in front of the hunk.
31. Hand Length: The length of the right hand between the crease of the wrist and the tip of the
middle finger, with right hand flat.
32. Hand Breadth: The breadth of the right hand across the knuckles of the four fingers.
 Experiment No: 2

Experiment Name: Study and Design of Different Types of Hand Tools

Introduction

Hand tools extend capability of the hand. Greater capability can be more impact (hammer), more
grip strength (pliers), more torque (wrench, screw-driver) or even new functions (hand saw,
soldering iron). This experiment will aid one in selecting from available tools and even, in some
cases, to design a new tool. The design principles are grouped into General Principles, Grip
Principles, Precision Principles and Geometry Principles.

Objective

The objectives of this experiment to:

* Study ergonomic principles in designing of hand tools.
* Observe some existing hand tools and machines.
* Designing hand tools and machines using ergonomic principles. to eliminate the
existing shortcoming.

Methodology

1. Identify the major components, their functions, dimensions and their relative position of
the hand tools and machines mentioned in the following paragraph.
2. Use the tool or operate the machine for a typical job.
3. Carefully observe the working posture of the body and the interaction between the body
and different parts of the tool or machine.
4. Conduct a survey for noting down the general feeling of the user.
5. From the above mentioned steps identify shortcomings (Geometry, dimension, alignment,
material, and shape etc. of parts of the tool or machine that are not designed ergonomically
resulting in discomfort and risk of musculoskeletal disorders from long time use) with
reasons.
6. Propose improved design (with neat sketch) explaining the modifications made.

Tools and Machines to be studied

Hand drill, Soldering iron, Electrode Holder of Arc-welding, Cutting Torch, Chisel, Snip, Die,
Hack-saw, Pliers, Jack Planner, Tanner saw, Slide Wrench, Screw driver.
Ergonomic Principles in Designing of Hand Tools

Hand Tools
Hammer, pliers, wrench, hand saw, screw driver, soldering iron, hack saw, scissors, knives,
bottle opener etc.

Principles of Hand Tool & Devices Design:

* Maintain a straight wrist -

* Avoid ulnar Deviation.

Flexion --------> Decreasing angle at the joint

Extension --------> opposite
Abduction --------> movement of body segment in lateral plane away from the midline of the
body.
Adduction --------> opposite

* Avoid radial deviation with pronation & dorsiflexion.

* Design to neutral position. (wrist angle) (bent handle)

* Grip strength is maximum at

Neutral Supination

Ulnar dev. Mid

Radial dev Pronation

Dorsi flexion

Palmer flexion

To increase high friction material, special design to gain mechanical advantage.

* Avoid tissue compression stresses-

- Avoid compressive force on the palm of the hand (obstructs blood flow, numbness of the
fingers).
- Handles with large contact surfaces with palm so that force is distributed over larger area & is
directed to less-sensitive tissues (between thumb & index finger).

* Avoid repetitive finger action -

* Avoid frequent use of index finger. Thumb operated controls should be used.
* Even better Finger-strip control (load shared by more than one finger)
* Maximum grip strength grip axis opening (axis opening) between
2.5 inch -3.5 inch

Figure 2.1: Thumb-operated and finger-strip operated pneumatic tool. Thumb operation results
in overextension of the thumb. Finger strip control allows all the fingers to share the load and the
thumb to grip and guide the tool

Design for safe operation -

* Eliminate pinching hazards (putting guards over pinch points, stops to prevent handles
from fully closing & pinching the palm)
 * Eliminate sharp corners & edges (rounding)
* Power tools --- design with brake devices.

Figure2.2: Design for safe operation

Women & left handles -

* Vibration
* Gloves.

Grip Principles
Use a power grip for power. Use a precision grip for precision –
Power Grip:
1. Direction of the line of force parallel to forearm (saw).
2. Direction of the line of force at an angle to the forearm (hammer).
3. Torque about the forearm (corkscrew).

Precision Principles

1. Internal precision grips. Three characteristics

- A pinch grip by the thumb versus 1st finger (or 1st + 2nd finger)
- Support to reduce tool tremor by the little finger & side of the hand.
- The shaft passes under the thumb.

In pushing/pulling -- tool handle parallel to the work surface.

Rotation/torque ------ tool shaft perpendicular to the work surface (screw driver).

End of the tool grip should be long enough to extend beyond the palm.
Use Spherical end.

2. External precision grip.

- Support by the side of the 2nd finger/the skin at the thumb base.
- Shaft passes over the thumb.
* Make grip the proper thickness, shape & length.
* Thickness
- Dia --- 40 mm for power grip.
- >6mm for precision grip.
* Shape section perpendicular to grip axis-
- Circular handle --- slippage, effective moment arm is less.
- Rectangular handle --- pressure high
* Length – 125mm length of the handle.
* Design the grip surface to be compressible, nonconductive & smooth.
- Compressible material (rubber, plastic) with high coefficient of friction.
- Non conductive

Geometry Principles

* Angles of the forearm, grip & tool-

- Handles should be designed so that the wrist is in neutral position.
(pliers, soldering iron)
* Use appropriate muscle groups.
large muscle group, (forearm vs fingers), hand closing muscles vs hand opening
muscle.
 Figure2.3: Internal precision grips

Figure 2.4: External precision grips

Internal precision grips have three characteristics: (1) a pinch grip. (2) support by the little finger
or side of the hand, and (3) the shaft is “internal” to the hand.

As with the power grip, thumb or little finger can be repositioned. Pointing along the top surface
of a knife gives more power as well as additional precision. Patkin (1969) mentions pointing
along a surgeon's needle holder with the thumb to gain additional precision.
 Experiment No: 3

Experiment Name: Determination of Sound Level in different workplaces

Introduction
Sound is created by the vibrating motion of displaced molecule in an elastic medium like air,
wood, steel or other materials. This vibration produces waves which radiate in all directions. As
these waves travel through the medium, a small pressure change above atmospheric pressure is
created. Human ear is able to sense this small change , enabling to hear. This change in pressure
is known as sound pressure level. The sound pressire level is the measure of sound most
commonly reffered to when discussing industrial noise control. People are able to hear sound
pressure level between about 1×10^-9 psi and 15 psi (or 1atm). Since this represents 10 orders of
magnitude change, logarithmic scales are used to measure sound pressure level in desibels (dB).
The level of sound plays a vital role in design of workplaces. Human comfort and productivity is
affected by noise level greatly. Based on job profile and other requirements, in different types of
workplaces, different standards of sound level has been set to define human comfort.

Objective
In this experiment, students have to construct a noise contour map of a sound emitting source.
They are also required to critically analyze the findings and comment for improvements (if any).

Apparatus
1. Sound Level Meter

Procedure
1. Using slow response setting on a sound level meter, walk around the sound source,
maintaining a constant reading (e.g. 80dBA). Record your path until it closes on itself,
forming a loop. Or until the path exits the area to be surveyed.
2. Trace the path followed on a plant layout or area map. This can be easily done by a second
person following the surveyor.
3. Repeat the process for as many contours as desired or needed. At a minimum, seven contours
forming eight hearing hazard zones are recommended.
Digital Sound Level Meter

3 6

9
4

7
5

10

Fig: 3.1: Digital sound Level Meter

1. Windscreen
2. Display
3. Level Range Select Button: Lo: 35~100dB; Hi: 65~130dB
4. Time Weighting Select Button:
F (Fast response): For Normal measurement.
S (Slow response): For checking average level of fluctuating noise.
5. Power and Function Switch:
Turn power ON/OFF and select A/C weighting & calibration function
A: A- Weighting for general sound level measurements.
C: C- Weighting for checking the low frequency content of noise.
6. Max Hold Button: To measure maximum level of sounds.
7. Data Hold Button: Freezes the reading in the display.
8. Microphone
9. DC, AC Output jack
10. Calibration potentiometer

Operation
1. Power the meter by pressing the power button. The meter will begin displaying sound
level readings. If the LCD does not switch on, check the 9V battery located in the rear
battery compartment.
2. Hold the meter away from the body.
3. View the measurement on the meter‟s display. If the meter is in the auto ranging mode,
the display may briefly indicate “HI” or “LO” if the noise level is above or below the
currently selected range. The meter will change the range as needed to display the dB
level.
4. „A‟ and „C‟ Frequency Weighting Use the „A/C‟ button to select „A‟ or „C‟ frequency
weighting. With „A‟ weighting selected, the frequency response of the meter is similar to
the response of the human ear. „A‟ weighting is commonly used for environmental or
hearing conservation programs such as OSHA regulatory testing and noise ordinance law
enforcement. „C‟ weighting is a much flatter response and is suitable for the sound level
analysis of machines, engines, etc. “A” or “C” icons will appear in the display. Most
noise measurements are performed using 'A' Weighting and SLOW Response.
5. „FAST‟ and „SLOW‟ Response Time Use the „F/S‟ button to select FAST (125 ms) or
SLOW (1 second) response time. Select FAST to capture noise peaks and noises that
occur very quickly. Select the SLOW response to monitor a sound source that has a
consistent noise level or to average quickly changing levels. “FAST” or “SLOW” icons
will appear in the display. Select SLOW response for most applications.
6. Max hold: In this mode the meter only updates the LCD when a higher reading than the
one presently on the display is detected.
Press the MAX HOLD button to enter the Max Hold mode. The “MAX HOLD” icon will
appear in the display. Press the MAX HOLD button again to exit this mode.
Figure 3.2: Noise Contour Map
 Experiment No: 4

Experiment Name: Study of manual lifting operation and determination of the recommended
weight limit using the NIOSH lifting equation

Introduction

Manual handling is an important application of ergonomic principles that particularly addresses

back injury prevention. A large proportion of the accidents which occurs in industry involve the
manual handling of goods. In the United Sates, the report by the National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH,l981) stated that back pain was attributed to
overexertion by 60% of back pain sufferers. About 500,000 workers in the US suffer some type
of overexertion injury per year. Approximately 60% if the overexertion injury claims involve
lifting and 20% involve pushing or pulling.
The main contribution of ergonomics to the reduction of hazards in manual handling is to
redesign tasks and to identify techniques and specify workloads which are safe. NIOSH has
produced a work practice guide for the design of manual handling tasks and an equation for
determining safe loads. In Europe, a new directive for design of these task has been issued in
1990 and the U.K. Health and Safety Commission Consultative Document (Health and Safety
Commission, 1991 ) provides interesting proposals for the design of manual handling tasks.

Objective

The objective of this experiment is to study manual lifting operation and determination of
recommended weight by using the NIOSH lifting equation.

The Revised Lifting Equation

1 Definition of Terms

1.1 Recommended Weight Limit (RWL)

The RWL is the principal product of the revised NIOSH lifting equation. The RWL is defined
for a specific set of task conditions as the weight of the load that nearly all healthy workers could
perform over a substantial period of time (e.g., up to 8 hours) without an increased risk of
developing lifting-related LBP. By healthy workers, we mean workers who are free of adverse
health conditions that would increase their risk of musculoskeletal injury.

The RWL is defined by the following equation:

RWL : LC X HM X VM X DM X AM X FM X CM
1.2 Lifting Index (LI)
The LI is a term that provides a relative estimate of the level of physical stress associated with a
particular manual lifting task. The estimate of the level of physical stress is defined by the
relationship of the weight of the load lifted and the recommended weight limit.

The LI is defined by the following equation:

L
LI= Load Weight/ Recommended weight Limit RWL =
RWL

1.3 Terminology and Data Definitions

The following list of brief definitions is useful in applying the revised NIOSH lifting equation.
For detailed descriptions of these terms, refer to the individual sections where each is discussed.
Methods for measuring these variables and examples are provided in Sections 1 and 2.

Lifting Task Defined as the act of manually grasping an object of definable size and mass
with two hands, and vertically moving the object without mechanical
assistance.

Load Weight (L) Weight of the object to be lifted, in pounds or kilograms, including the
container.

Horizontal Distance of the hands away from the mid-point between the ankles, in
inches

Locations (H) or centimeter (measure at the origin and destination of lift). See Figure 1.

Vertical Distance of the hands above the floor, in inches or centimeters (measure at
Location (V) the origin and destination of lift). See Figure l.

Vertical Travel Absolute value of the difference between the vertical heights at the
Distances (D) destination and origin of the lift, in inches or centimeters.

Asymmetry Angular measure of how far the object is displaced from the front
Angle (A) (mid sagittal plane) or the worker’s body at the beginning or ending of the
lift, in degrees (measure at the origin and destination of lift). See Figure 2.
The asymmetry angle is defined by the location of the load relative to the
 workers’ mid- sagittal plane, as defined by the neutral body posture, rather
than the position of the feet or the extent of body twist.

Neutral Body Describes the p body and there is minimal twisting at the legs, torso, or
Position shoulders. Position of the body when the hands are directly in front of the

Lifting Average number of lifts per minute over a 15 minute period.

Frequency
(F)
Lifting Duration Three-tiered classification of lifting duration specified by the distribution of
work-time and recovery-time (work pattern). Duration is classified as earlier
short (1 hour), moderate (1-2 hours), or long (2-8 hours), depending on the
work pattern.

Coupling Classification of the quality of the hand-to-object coupling (e.g., handles,

classification cut- out, or grip). Coupling quality is classified as good, fair, or poor.

Significant Significant control is defined as a condition requiring precision placement

Control of the load at the destination of the lift. This is usually the case when (1) the
worker has to re-grasp the load near the destination of the lift, or (2) the
worker has to momentarily hold the object at the destination, or (3) the
worker has to carefully position or guide the load at the destination
Fig: 4.1: Graphic Representation of Hand
 Fig: 4.2: Graphic Representation of Angle of Asymmetry (A)

2 Lifting Task Limitations

The lifting equation is a tool for assessing the physical stress of two-handed manual lifting tasks.
As with any tool, its application is limited to those conditions for which it was designed.
Specifically, the lifting equation was designed to meet specific lifting-related criteria that
encompass biomechanical, work physiology, and psychophysical assumption and data, identified
above. To the extent that a given lifting task accurately reflects these underlying conditions and
criteria, this lifting equation may be appropriately applied.
The following list identified a set of work conditions in which the application of the lifting
equation could either-or over-estimate the extent of physical stress associated with a particular
work-related activity. Each of the following task limitations also highlight research topics in
need of further research to extend the application of the lifting equation to a greater range of real
world lifting tasks.

1. The revised NIOSH lifting equation is based on the assumption that manual handling
activities other than lifting are minimal and do not require significant energy expenditure,
especially when repetitive lifting tasks are performed. Examples of non-lifting tasks
include holding, pushing, pulling, carrying, walking, and climbing. If such non-lifting
activities account for more than about 10% of the total worker activity, then measures or
workers' energy expenditures and/or heart rate may be required to assess the metabolic
demands of the different tasks. The equation will still apply if there is a small amount of
holding and carrying, but carrying should be limited to one or two steps and holding should
not exceed a few seconds. For more information on assessing metabolic demand, see Garg
et al. (1978) or Eastman Kodak (1986).
2. The revised lifting equation does not include tasks factors to account for unpredicted
conditions, such as unexpectedly heavy loads, slips, or falls. Additional biomechanical
analyses may be required to assess the physical stress on joints that occur from traumatic
incidents. Moreover, if the environment is unfavorable (e.g., temperatures or humidity
significantly outside the range of l9o to 26oC [66o to 79oF] or 35% to 50%, respectively),
independent metabolic assessments would be needed to gauge the effects of these variables
on heart rate and energy consumption.
3. The revised lifting equation was not designed to assess tasks involving one-handed lifting,
lifting while seated or kneeling, or lifting in a constrained or restricted work space.3 The
equation also does not apply to lifting unstable loads, For purposes of applying the
equations, an unstable load would be defined as an object in which the location of the
center of mass varies significantly during the lifting activity, such as more containers of
liquid or incompletely filled bags, etc. The equation does not apply to lifting of
wheelbarrows, shoveling, or high-speed lifting.4 For such task conditions, independent and
task specific biomechanical, metabolic, and psychophysical assessments may be needed.
For information on other assessment methods refer to Eastman Kodak (1986), Ayoub and
Mital (1989), Chaffin and Andersson (1991), or Snook and Ciriellos (1991).
4. The revised lifting equation assumes that the worker/floor surface coupling provides at
least a 0.4 (preferably 0.5) coefficient of static friction between the shoe sole and the
working surface. An adequate worker/floor surface coupling is necessary when lifting to
provide a firm footing and to control accidents and injuries resulting from foot slippage. A
0.4 to 0.5 coefficient of static friction is comparable to the friction found between a
smooth, dry floor and the sole of a clean, dry leather work shoe (nonslip type). Independent
biomechanical modeling may be used to account for variations in the coefficient of friction,
5. The revised lifting equation assumes that lifting and lowering tasks have the same level of
risk for low back injuries (i.e. that lifting a box from a table to the floor). This assumption
may not be true if the worker actually drops the box rather than lowering it all the way to
the destination. Independent metabolic, biomechanical, or psychophysical assessments may
be needed to assess worker capacity for various lowering conditions. (See references
provided above.)

In summary, the Revised NIOSH Lifting Equation does not apply if \f any of the following
occur.

* Lifting/lowering with one hand

* Lifting/lowering for over 8 hours
* Lifting/lowering while seated or kneeling
* Lifting/lowering in a restricted work space
* Lifting/lowering unstable objects
* Lifting/lowering while carrying, pushing or pulling
* Lifting/lowering with wheelbarrows or shovels
* Lifting/lowering with high speed motion (faster than about 30 inches/second)
* Lifting/lowering with unreasonable foot/floor coupling, (<0.4 coefficient of
friction between the sole and the floor)
* Lifting/lowering in an unfavorable environment (i.e., temperature significantly
outside 66-79oF (19-26oC) range; relative humidity outside 35-50% range)

For those lifting tasks in which the applications of the revised lifting equation is not appropriate,
a more comprehensive ergonomic evaluation may be needed to quantify the extent of other
physical stressors, such as prolonged or frequent non-neutral back postures or seated postures,
cyclic loading (whole body vibration), or unfavorable environmental factors (e.g., extreme heat,
cold, humidity, etc.).
Any of the above factors, alone or in combination with manual lifting, may exacerbate or initiate
the onset of low back pain.

2. The Equation and Its Function

The revised lifting equation for calculating the Recommended Weight Limit (RWL) is based on
a multiplicative model that provides a weighting for each of six task variables. The weightings
are expressed as coefficients that serve to decrease the load constant, which represents the
maximum recommended load weight to be lifted under ideal conditions. The RWL is defined by
the following equation:

RWL : LC X HM X VM X DM X AM X FM X CM
Where
METRIC U.S. CUSTOMARY
Load Constant LC 23 kg 51 lb
Horizontal Multiplier HM (25/H) (10/H)
Vertical Multiplier VM 1-(.003 V-75) 1-(.0075 V-30)
Distance Multiplier DM .82 + (4.5/D) .82 + (1.8/D)
Asymmetric Multiplier AM 1-(.0032A) 1-(.0032A)
Frequency Multiplier FM From Table 5 From Table 5
Coupling Multiplier CM From Table 7 From Table 7

The term task variables refers to the measurable task descriptors (i.e., H, V, D, A, F, and C);
whereas, the term multipliers refers to reduction coefficients in the equation (i.e., HM, VM, DM,
AM, FM, and CM).

Each multiplier should be computed from the appropriate formula, but in some cases it will be
necessary to use linear interpolation to determine the value of a multiplier, especially when the
value of a variable is not directly Available from a table. For example, when the measured
frequency is not a whole number, the appropriate multiplier must be interpolated between the
frequency values in the table for the two values that are closest to the actual frequency.

3.1 Horizontal Component

3.1.1 Definition and Measurement

Horizontal Location (H) is measured from the mid-point of the line joining the inner ankle
bones to a point projected on the floor directly below the mid-point of the hand grasps (i.e., load
center), as defined by the large middle knuckle of the hand (Figure 1). Typically, the worker's
feet are not aligned with the mid-sagittal plane, as shown in Figure l, but may be rotated inward
or outward. If this is the case, then the mid-sagittal plane is defined by the worker's neutral body
posture as defined above.

If significant control is required at the destination (i.e., precision placement), then H should be
measured at both the origin and destination of the lift.

Horizontal Location (H) should be measured. In those situations where the H value can not be
measured, then H may be approximated from the following equations:

Metric [All distances in cm] U.S. Customary [All distances in inches]

H = 20 + W/2 for V > 25 cm H = 8 + W/2 for 10 inches
H = 25 + W/2 for V < 25 cm H = 10 + W/2 for V<10 inches
Where: W is the width of the container in the sagittal plane and V is the vertical location of the
hands from the floor.

3.1 .2 Horizontal Restrictions

If the horizontal distance is less than 10inches (25 cm), then H is set to 10 inches (25 cm).
Although objects can be carried or held closer than l0 inches from the ankles, most objects that
are closer than this cannot be lifted without encountering interference from the abdomen or hyper
extending the shoulders. While 25 inches (63cm) was chosen as the maximum value for H, it is
probably too large for shorter workers, particularly when lifting asymmetrically. Furthermore
objects at a distance of more than 25 inches from the ankles normally cannot be lifted vertically
without some loss of balance.

3.1.3 Horizontal Multiplier

The Horizontal Multiplier (HM) is l0/H, for H measured in inches, and HM is 25/H, for H
measured in centimeters. If H is less than or equal to 10 inches (25 cm), then the multiplier is
1.0, HM decreases with an increase in H value. The multiplier for H is reduced to 0.4 when H is
25 inches (63 cm). If H is greater than 25 inches, then HM = 0. The HM value can be computed
directly or determined from Table l.

Table I
Horizontal Multiplier

H HM H HM
in cm
 10 1.00  25 1.00
11 .91 28 .89
12 .83 30 .83
13 .77 32 .78
14 .71 34 .74
15 .67 36 .69
16 .63 38 .66
17 .59 40 .63
18 .56 42 .60
19 .53 44 .57
20 .50 46 .54
21 .48 48 .52
22 .46 50 .50
23 .44 52 .48
24 .42 54 .46
 25 .40 56 .45
>25 .00 58 .43
60 .42
63 .40
>63 .00

3.2 Vertical Component

3.2.1 Definition and Measurement

Vertical Location (V) is defined as the vertical height of the hands above the floor. V is
measured vertically from the floor to the mid-point between the hand grasps, as defined by the
large middle knuckle. The coordinate system is illustrated in Figure 1 ( page 7).

3.2.2 Vertical Restrictions

The vertical location (v) is limited by the floor surface and the upper limit of vertical reach for
lifting {i.e.,70 inches or 175 cm). The vertical location should be measured at the origin and the
destination of the lift to determine the travel distance (D).

3.2.3 vertical Multiplier

To determine the vertical Multiplier (VM), the absolute value or deviation of v from an optimum
height of 30 inches (75cm) is calculated. A height of 20 inches above floor revel is considered
“knuckle height” (66 inches or 165 cm). The Vertical Multiplier (VM) is {1-.0075*(V-30)} for
V measured in inches, and VM is {1-.003*( V-75)}, for measured in centimeters.

When v is at.3-0 inches (75 cm), the vertical multiplier (VM) is- 1.0. The value of VM decreases
linearly with an increase or decrease in height from the position. At floor level, VM is 0.78, and
at 70 inches (175 cm) height VM is 0.7. If V is greater than 70 inches, then VM= 0. The VM
value can be computed directly or determined from Table 2.

Table 2
Vertical Multiplier
V VM V VM
in cm
0 .78 0 .78
5 .81 10 .81
10 .85 20 .84
15 .89 30 .87
20 .93 40 .90
25 .96 50 .93
30 1.00 60 .96
 35 .96 70 .99
40 .93 80 .99
45 .89 90 .96
50 .85 100 .93
55 .81 110 .90
60 .78 120 .87
65 .74 130 .84
70 .70 140 .81
>70 .00 150 .78
160 .75
170 .72
175 .70
>175 .00

3.3 Distance Component

3.3.1 Definition and Measurement

The vertical Travel Distance variable (D) is defined as the vertical travel distance of the hands
between the origin and destination of the lift. For lifting, D can be computed by subtracting the
vertical location (V) at the origin of the lift from the corresponding V at the destination of the lift
(i.e., D is equal to V at the destination minus V at the origin). For a lowering task, D is equal to
V at the origin minus V at the destination.

3.3.2 Distance Restrictions

The variable (D) is assumed to be at least 10 inches (25 cm), and no greater than 70 inches [75
cm]. If the vertical travel distance is less than 10 inches (25 cm), then D should be set to the
minimum distance of l0 inches (25 cm).

3.3.3 Distance Multiplier

The Distance Multiplier (DM) is (.82 + (1.8/D)) for D measured in inches, and DM is (.82 +
(4.5/D)) for D measured in centimeters. For D less than 10 inches (25 cm) D is assumed to be l0
inches (25 cm), and DM is 1.0. The Distance Multiplier, therefore, decreases gradually with an
increase in travel distance. The DM is 1.0 when D is set at 10 inches, (25 cm); DM is 0.85 when
D = 70 inches (175 cm). Thus, DM ranges from 1.0 to 0.85 ad the D varies from 0 inches (0 cm)
to 70 inches (175 cm). The DM value can be computed directly or determined from Table 3.
3.4 Asymmetry Component

3.4.1 Definition and Measurement

Asymmetry refers to a lift that begins or ends outside the mid-sagittal plane as shown in Figure 2
on page 8. In general, asymmetric lifting should be avoided. If asymmetric lifting cannot be
avoided, however, the recommended weight limits are significantly less than those limits used
for symmetrical lifting.5

Table 3
Distance Multiplier
D DM DM DM
in cm
10 1.00 25 1.00
15 .94 40 .93
20 .91 55 .90
25 .89 70 .88
30 .88 85 .87
35 .87 100 .87
40 .87 115 .86
45 .86 130 .86
50 .86 145 .85
55 .85 160 .85
60 .85 175 .85
70 .85 >175 .00
>70 .00
An asymmetric lift may be required under the following task or workplace conditions:

1. The origin and destination of the lift are oriented at an angle to each another.
4 The lifting motion is across the body, such as occurs in swinging bags or boxes from one
location to another.
5 The lifting is done to maintain body balance in obstructed workplaces, on rough terrain, or on
littered floors.
6 Productivity standards require reduced time per lift.

The asymmetric angle (A), which is depicted graphically in Figure 2, is operationally defined as
the angle between the asymmetry the and the mid-sagittal line. The asymmetry line is defined as
horizontal line that join the midpoint between the inner ankle bones and the point projected on
the floor directly below the midpoint of the hand grasps, as defined by the large middle knuckle.

The sagittal line is defined as the line passing through the mid-point between the inner ankle
bones and lying in the mid-sagittal plane, as defined by the neutral body position (i.e., hands
directly in front of the body, with no twisting at the legs, torso, or shoulders). Note: The
asymmetry angle is not defined by foot position or the angle of torso twist, but by the location of
the load relative to the worker’s mid-sagittal plane.

In many cases of asymmetric lifting, the worker will pivot or use a step turn to complete the lift.
Since this may vary significantly between workers and between lifts, we have assumed that no
pivoting or stepping occurs. Although this assumption may overestimate the reduction in
acceptable load weight, it will provide the greatest protection for the worker.

The asymmetry angle (A) must always be measured at the origin of the lift. If significant control
is required at the destination, however, then angle A should be measured at both the origin and
the destination of the lift.

3.4.2 Asymmetry Restrictions

The angle A is limited to the range from 00 to 1350 . If A> 1350 , then AM is set equal to zero,
which results in a RWL of zero, or no load.

3.4.3 Asymmetric Multiplier

The Asymmetric Multiplier (AM) is 1-(.00324). The AM has a maximum value of 1.0 when the
load is lifted directly in front of the body. The AM decreases linearly as the angle of asymmetry
(A) increases. The range is from a value of 0.57 at 1350 of asymmetry to a value of 1.0 at 00 of
asymmetry (i.e., symmetric lift).

If A is greater than 1350 , then AM: 0, and the load is zero. The AM value can be computed
directly or determined from Table 4.
 Table 4
Asymmetric Multiplier
A AM
deg
0 1.00
15 .95
30 .90
45 .86
60 .81
75 .76
90 .71
105 .66
120 .62
135 .57
>135 .00

3.5 Frequency Component

3.5.1 Definition and Measurement

The frequency multiplier is defined by (a) the number of lifts per minute (frequency), (b) the
amount of time engaged in the lifting activity (duration), and (c) the vertical height of the lift
from the floor. Lifting frequency (F) refers to the average number of lifts made per minute, as
measured over a 15-minute period. Because of the potential variation in work patterns, analysis
may have difficulty obtaining an accurate or representative 15-minute work sample for
computing the lifting frequency (F). If significant variation exists in the frequency of lifting over
the course of the day, analyst should employ standard work sampling techniques to obtain a
representative work sample for determining the number of lifts per minute. For those jobs where
the frequency varies from session to session, each session should be analyzed separately, but the
overall work pattern must still be considered. For more information, most standard industrial
engineering or ergonomics texts provide guidance for establishing a representative job sampling
strategy (e.g., Eastman Kodak Company, 1986).

3.5.2 Lifting Duration

Lifting duration is classified into three categories-short-duration moderate-duration and long-
duration. These categories are based on the pattern of continuous work-time and recovery-time
(i.e., light work) periods. A continuous work-time period is defined as a period of uninterrupted
work. Recovery-time is defined as the duration of light work activity following a period of
continuous lifting. Examples of light work include activities such as sitting at a desk or table,
monitoring operations, light assembly work, etc.
1. Short-duration defines lifting tasks that have a work duration of one hour of less, followed by
a recovery time equal to 1.2 times the work time [i.e., at least a 1.2 recover-time to work-time
ratio (RT/WT)].

For example, to be classified as short-duration, a 45-minute lifting job must be followed by at

least a 54-minute recovery period prior to initiating a subsequent lifting session. If the required
recovery time is not met for a job of one hour or less, and subsequent lifting session is required,
then the total lifting time must be combined to correctly determine the duration category.
Moreover, if the recovery period does not meet the time requirement, it is disregarded for
purposes of determining the appropriate duration category.
As another example, assume a worker lifts continuously for 30 minutes, then performs a light
work task for 10 minutes, and then lifts for an additional 45-minute period. In this case, the
recovery time between lifting sessions (10 minutes) is less than 1.2 times the initial 30-minute
work time (36 minutes). Thus, the two work times (30 minutes and 45 minutes) must be added
together to determine the duration. Since the total work time ( 75 minutes) exceeds 1 hour, the
job is classified as moderate-duration. On the other hand, if the recovery period between lifting
sessions was increased to 36 minutes, then the short-duration category would apply, which
would result in a larger FM value.

2.Moderate-duration defines lifting tasks that have a duration of more than one hour, but not
more than two hours, followed by recovery period of at least 0.3 times the work time [i.e., at
least a 0.3 recovery time to work-time ratio (RT/WT)].

For example, if a worker continuously lifts for 2 hours, then a recovery period of at least 36
minutes would be required before initiating a subsequent lifting session. If the recovery time
requirement is not met, and a subsequent lifting session is required, then the total work time must
be added together. If the total works time exceeds 2 hours, then the job must be classified as a
long-duration lifting task.

3. Long-duration defines lifting tasks that have a duration of between two and eight hours, with
standard industrial rest allowances (e.g., morning, lunch, and afternoon rest breaks).

Note : No weight limits are provided more than eight hours of work.

The difference in the required RT/WT ratio for the short-duration category (less than 1 hour),
which is 1.2, and the moderate-duration category (1-2 hours), which is 3, is due to the difference
in the magnitudes of the frequency multiplier values associated with each of the duration
categories. Since the moderate-duration category results in larger reductions in the RWL than the
short-duration category, there is less need for a recovery period between sessions than for the
short duration category. In other words, the short duration category would result in higher weight
limits than the moderate duration category, so larger recovery periods would be needed.

3.5.3 Frequency Restrictions

Lifting frequency (F) for repetitive lifting may range from 0.2 lifts/min to a maximum frequency
that is dependent on the vertical location of the object (V) and the duration of lifting (Table 5).
Lifting above the maximum frequency results in a RWL of 0.0. (Except for the special case of
discontinuous lifting discussed above, where the maximum frequency is 15 lifts/minute.)

3.5.4 Frequency Multiplier

The FM value depends upon the average number of lifts/min (F), the vertical location (V) of the
hands at the origin, and the duration of continuous lifting. For lifting tasks with a frequency less
than 2 lifts per minute, set the frequency equal to 2 lifts/minute. For infrequent lifting (i.e., F > 1
lift/minute), however, the recovery period will usually be sufficient to use the 1-hour duration
category. The FM value is determined from Table 5.

Table 5
Frequency Multiplier Table (FM)
Frequency
Work Duration
Lifts/min (F)
 1 Hour 1 but  2 Hours 2 but  8 Hours
V < 30 t V  30 V< 30 V  30 V< 30 V  30
 0.2 1.00 1.00 .95 .95 85 .85
0.5 .97 .97 .92 .92 81 .81
1 .94 .94 .88 .88 75 .75
2 .91 .91 .84 .84 65 .65
3 .88 .88 .79 .79 55 .55
4 .84 .84 .72 .72 45 .45
5 .80 .80 .60 .60 35 .35
6 .75 .75 .50 .50 27 .27
7 .70 .70 .42 .42 22 .22
8 .60 .60 .35 .35 18 .18
9 .52 .52 .30 .30 00 .15
10 .45 .45 .26 .26 00 .13
11 .41 .41 .00 .23 00 .00
12 .37 .37 .00 .21 00 .00
13 .00 .34 .00 .00 00 .00
14 .00 .31 .00 .00 00 .00
15 .00 .28 .00 .00 00 .00
>15 .00 .00 .00 .00 00 .00
Va1lues of V are in inches For lifting less frequently than once per 5 minutes, set F =0. 2
lifts/minute.

3.5.5 Special Frequency Adjustment Procedure

A special procedure has been developed for determining the appropriate lifting frequency(F) for
certain repetitive lifting tasks in which workers do not lift continuously during the 15 minute
sampling period. This occurs when the work pattern is such that the worker lifts repetitively for a
short time and then performs light work for a short time before starting another cycle, As long as
the actual lifting frequency does not exceed 15 lifts per minute, the lifting frequency (F) may be
determined for tasks such as this as follows:

1. Compute the total number of lifts performed for the 15 minute period (i.e., lift rate times work
time).
2. Divide the total number of lifts by 15.
3. Use the resulting value as the frequency (F) to determine the frequency multiplier (FM) from
Table 5.
For example, if the work pattern for a job consists of a series of cyclic sessions requiring 8
minutes of lifting followed by 7 minutes of light work, and the lifting rate during the work
sessions is l0 lifts per minute, then the frequency rate (F) that is used to determine the frequency
multiplier for this job is equal to (10 x 8)/15 or 5.33 lifts/minute. If the worker lifted
continuously for more than 15 minutes, however, then the actual lifting frequency (10 lifts per
minutes) would be used.
When using this special procedure, the duration category is based on the magnitude of the
recovery periods between work sessions, not within work sessions. In other words, if the work
pattern is intermittent and the special procedure applies, then the intermittent recovery periods
for purposes of determining the duration category. For example, if the work pattern for a manual
lifting at a rate of 10 lifts/minute, followed by 2 minutes of recovery, the correct procedure
would be to adjust the frequency according to the special procedure [i.e., F = (10 lifts/minute X 5
minutes)/ 15 minutes = 50/15 = 3.4 lifts/minute/]. the 2 minute recovery periods would not count
towards the WT/RT ratio, however, and additional recovery periods would have to be provided
as described above.
3.6 Coupling Component
3.6.1 Definition & Measurement
The nature of the hand to object coupling or gripping method can affect not only the
maximum force a worker can or must exert on the object, but also the vertical location of the
hands during the lift. A good coupling will reduce the maximum grasp forces required and
increase the acceptable weight for lifting, while a poor coupling will generally require higher
maximum grasp forces and decrease the acceptable weight for lifting.
The effectiveness of the coupling is not static, but may vary with the distance of the object, from
the ground, so that a good coupling could become a poor coupling during a single lift. The entire
range of the lift should be considered when classifying hand-to-object couplings with
classification based pm overall effectiveness. The analyst must classify the coupling as good,
fair, or poor. The classifying a particular coupling design, the more stressful classification should
be selected.
Table 6
Hand-to-Container Coupling Classification

1. For Containers of optimal 1. For containers of optimal 1. Containers of less than

design, such as some boxes, design, a “Fair” hand-to- optimal design or irregular
crates, etc., a “Good” hand-to- object coupling would be objects that are bulky, hard to
object coupling would be defined as handles or hand- handle, or have sharp edges
defined as handles or hand- hold cut-outs of less than [see note 5 below.]
hold cut-outs of optimal optimal design [see notes 1 to
design [see notes 1 to 3 below] 4 below.]

2. For loose parts or irregular 2. For containers of optimal 2. Lifting non-rigid bags (i.e.,
objects, which are not usually design with no handles or bags that sag in the middle).
containerized, such as hand-hold cut-outs or for
castings, stock, and supply loose parts or irregular
materials, a “Good” hand-to- objects, a “Fair” hand-to-
object coupling would be object coupling is defined as a
defined as a comfortable grip grip in which the hand can be
in which the hand can be fixed about 90 degrees [see
easily wrapped around the note 4 below.]
object [see not 6 below.]
1. An optimal handle design has .75 - 1.5 inches (1.9 to 3.8 cm) diameter, > 4.5 inches (11.5
cm) length, 2 inches (5 cm) clearance, cylindrical shape, and a smooth, non-slip surface.
2. An optimal hand-hold cut-out has the following approximate characteristics:  1.5 inch
(3.8 cm) height, 4.5 inch (11.5 cm) length, semi-oval shape,  2 inch (5 cm) clearance,
smooth non-slip surface, and  0.25 inches (0.60 cm) container thickness (e.g., double
thickness cardboard)
3. An optimal container design has  16 inches (40 cm) frontal length,  12 inches (30 cm)
height, and a smooth non-slip surface.
4. A worker should be capable of clamping the fingers at nearly 900 under the container,
such as required when lifting a cardboard box from the floor.
5. A container is considered less than optimal if it has a frontal length > l6 inches (40 cm),
height > 12 inches ( 30 cm), rough or slippery surfaces, sharp edges, asymmetric center of
mass, unstable considered bulky if the load cannot easily be balances between the hand-
grasps.
6. A worker should be able to comfortably wrap the hand around the object without causing
excessive wrist deviations or awkward postures, and the grip should not require excessive
force.

3.6.2 Coupling Multiplier 3

Based on the coupling classification and vertical location of the lift, the Coupling Multiplier
(CM) is determined from Table 7.

Table 7
Coupling Multiplier
Coupling Type Coupling Multiplier
V < 30 inches (75 cm) V  30 inches (75 cm)
Good 1.00 1.00
Fair 0.95 1.00
Poor 0.90 0.90
Example

Job analysis Worksheet

Department................................................... Job Description.........................................
Job Title........................................................ .................................................................
Analyst’s Name............................................ .................................................................
Date............................................................... ..................................................................
Step 1. Measure and Record Task Variables
Object Hand Location Vert. Angle Freq Time Object
Weight Origin Dest. Dist. Origin Dest. Lifts/min HRS Coupling
Avg Max H V H V D A A F C
20 20 53 38 63 160 122 0 0 0.2 8 Good

Horizontal Total Minimum

Body-to-Hand Vertical NIOSH
Distance (feet Lift Value
are locked in = Dest. – Origin Reportable
place) = 160 cm – 38 cm
= 53 cm + 10 cm = 122 cm
= 63 cm

Step 2. Determine Multipliers and Compute RWL

RWL = LC x HM x VM x DM x AM x FM x CM
Origin RWL = 23 x 0.47 x0.889 x 0.856 x 1 x 0.85 x 1 = 7.02kg
Destination RWL = 23 x 0.4 x 0.745x 0.856 x 1 x 0.85 x 1 =4.99 kg

Origin of Lift
LC = 23 kg = fixed factor
HM = 25/H = 25/53 = 0.47
VM = 1-0.003( V-75) = 1-0.003( 38-75) = 0.889
DM = 0.82 + (4.5/D) = 0.82 + (4.5/122) = 0.856
AM = 1 - 0.0032A = 1 - 0.0032(0) = 1
FM : 0.85 (since l lift/4 hrs = 0.004 lifts/min = approx. 0 on graph)
CM : 1.0, (since V = 75 cm and "good" grip)

Destination of Lift
LC = 23 kg = fixed factor
HM = 25/H = 25/63 = 0.4
VM = 1 - 0.003( V-75) = 1 - 0.003 (160 - 75) = 0.889
DM = 0.82 + (4.5/D) = 0.82 + (4.5/122)= 0.856
FM = 0.85 (since 1lift/4 hrs = 0.004 lifts/min = approx.0 on graph)
CM = 1.0, (since V = 75 cm and "good" grip

Step 3. Compute the Lifting index

Origin Lifting Index = Weight / RWL = 20/7.02 = 2.85
Destination Lifting Index : Weight / RWL. = 20/4.99 = 4

Conclusion
* Origin: the start of the lift is acceptable and safe since L1 < 3
* Destination : the end of the lift is dangerous since L1> 3. The "stress level" is LI : 4, the larger
of the values. This could be the point where serious low back injury will occur. The task setup
must be changed at the destination, or increased job screening, medical monitoring, and training
must be introduced.
Problem 1
Task
Moving trays from
conveyor belt and
putting them on
the cart
Other Items
* 10 kg trays
* 1 lift/min
* 4 hour shift
* feet are fixed ,
* “fair” grip
* upper body twist
motion at START
* tray placed
straight down
onto cart at END
Problem 2

Task
Moving boxes from
conveyor belt &
placing them onto
a cart
Other Items
* 15 kg boxes
* 3 lifts/min
* 3 hour shift
* feet are fixed
* “pool'” grip
* upper body twist
motion at START
* boxes placed
straight down onto
cart at END

Job analysis Worksheet

Department................................................... Job Description.........................................
Job Title........................................................ .................................................................
Analyst’s Name............................................ .................................................................
Date............................................................... ..................................................................
Measure and Record Task Variables
Object Hand Location Vert. Angle Freq Time Object
Weight Origin Dest. Dist. Origin Dest. Lifts/min HRS Coupling
Avg Max H V H V D A A F C
 Experiment No: 5
Name of the experiment: Design of workstation by Applying Ergonomic Principles

Introduction
Ergonomic considerations in workspace design helps to achieve a "transparent' interface
between the user and the task that users are not distracted by the equipment they are using,
Distraction may be due to discomfort (e.g., numbness in the buttocks)or to workstation
usability problem.
The reduction of postural stress is fundamental to worldfation design in ergonomics. A
multifaceted approach is needed to arrive at appropriate workstation designs for different
workers. The requirements of tasks and the characteristics of users need to be considered in
relation to the options of workstation design,
Objective
The objective of this experiment is to design a workstation using ergonomic
principles.
Methodology:
1. Take the relevant anthropometric measurements of the user.
2. Design the workstation using ergonomic principles (with the help of anthropometric data),

Ergonomic principles for workstation design:

Ergonomic Des Considerations-

* Product/equipment
* Job aids
* User selection
* Training of user

Follow the 14 guidelines given below for designing ergonomic workstation.

Guideline 1
Avoid Static Loads and Fixed Work postures
 Static load increases systolic and diastolic blood
pressure,
* Metabolic wastes accumulate in the muscles.
* Consider increasing recovery time,
Standing
 Shoes affect center of gravity and forward bending
moment,
* Have hips parallel to the floor,
* Provide bar rail to vary work posture.
* Hard floors cause standing fatigue and increase heart rate,
Falls
 Slips and falls are a major cause of unintentional injury deaths and have
annual direct cost/capita of $50-400.
* Cause of falls:
- Slips: unexpected horizontal foot movement
 - Trips: restriction of foot movement
- Stepping-on-air: unexpected vertical foot movement
Solutions for Falls
* Prevent the fall:
- Use well-designed ladders, scaffolds, and ramps properly.
- Provide safe steps.
- Use the three-contact rule.
- Provide good friction and reduce lubricants.
* Reduce the consequences of the fall:
- Interrupt the fall.
- Soften the impact.
Head Weight
* The head weighs about the same as a bowling ball.
* Keep the line of sight below the horizontal.
* Maintain forward head tilt of 100-150°
* Avoid backward and sideward tilts.
Hands/Arms
* An arm weighs about 4.4 kg.
* Avoid using the hand to hold up a tool or work piece,
* Avoid working with elevated hands,
 Support the arms on the work surface or chair arms.
* Consider using magnification.
Guideline 2
Reduce Musculoskeletal Disorders
 Set the work height at 50 mm below the elbow. Don't bend your wrist.
* Don't lift your elbow.
* Don't reach behind your back.
* Fallow guidelines for hand and arm motions.
Guideline 3
Set the Work Height at 50 mm Below the Elbow
 Work height is defined in terms of elbow height.
* Optimum height is slightly below the elbow.
* Optimum height from the elbow is the same for sitting and standing, * Work height is
not table height.
Solutions for Work Height
* Change machine height.
* Adjust elbow height.
* Adjust work height on machine.
Multiple-level tables permit easy work height adjustment. In the top view, parts with the
same thickness can be processed by different people using different portions of the table. In the
lower view. the same person can process parts with different thicknesses using different
portions of the table.

Figure 5.1: Multiple level table

VDT Workstations
 Key items: screen, keyboard, document, eyes, hands
 Workstation furniture must be adjustable.
 Locate the primary visual element first: ahead of the eye, perpendicular to the line of
sight.
 Train the operation in adjusting the equipment.
 Provide a wrist rest.

Guideline 4
Furnish Every Employee with an Adjustable Chair
 The cost of an adjustable chair is very low compared to labor cost.
 Allow users to try chairs in their specific jobs.
 Buy chairs that are easily adjustable.
 Train people in proper adjustment.

Chair Design
 Seats
- Seat height from floor
- seat length
- seat width
- slope of seat
- seat shape
Table 13.3:

Recommended dimensions for office chairs (Chaffin et al., 1999). Dimensions are in cm, angles in
degrees.

BRITISH
DANERO GERMAN
STD. (BS EUROPEA DIFFERENT GRAND SWEDISH
FEATURE & STD.
3079 & N (CEN) ET AL. JEAN STD. (SS)
3893) ZELNIK (D EN )
Seat
Height 43-51 39-54 35-52 36-51 38-53 42-54 39-51
Width (breadth) 41 40 41 43-48 40-45 40-45 42
Length (depth) 36-47 38-47 33-41 39-41 38-42 38-42 38-43
Skyic angle 0-5 0-5 0-5 0-5 4-6 0-4 0-4
Backrest
Top height 33 48-50 32
Botttom height 20
Center height 17-26 23-25 19-25 30 17-23 17-22
Height 10 15-23 10-20 22 22
Width (breadth) 30-36 36-40 33 25 32-36 36-40 36-40
Horizontal
radius 31-46 40mm 31-46 40-50 40-70 40-60
Vertical radios convex
Backrest seal 95-105 95-105
35-100
Armtest
Length 22 20 15-21 20-28 20
Width (breadth) 4 4 6-9 4
Height 16-23 21-25 18-25 20-25 21-25 21-25
Intearm rest 47-56 46-50 48-56 46-51 48-50 46
* Backrests
 position of backrest
- molded chair back position & curvature
* Armrests
* Legs/pedestals
 clearance of feet and calves under chair

Guideline 5
Use the Feet as Well as the Hands
* The leg is slower and less dexterous than the hands.
* The legs can provide 3 times the power of the arms.
* Use pedals for power and control.

Guideline 6
Use Gravity; Don't oppose it
* Make movements horizontal or downward; avoid lifting.
* Consider using the weight of the body to increase mechanical force.
* Use gravity to move material to the work.
* Use gravity as a fixture.
* Use gravity in feeding and disposal.

Guideline 7
Conserve Momentum
* Avoid unnecessary acceleration and deceleration.
* Use circular motion for stirring and polishing.
* Follow through in disposal motions.
* Eliminate grasping motions by providing lips, rolled edges, and holes. Avoid transporting
weight in the hand,

Guideline 8
Use 2-Hand Motions Rather Than 1-Hand Motions
* Cranking with 2 arms is 25% more efficient than with one.
* Using 2 hands is more productive despite taking more time and effort.
* Don't use the hand as a fixture.
Guideline 9
Use Parallel Motions for Eye Control of 2-Hand Motions
* Minimize the degree of spread rather than worry about symmetry.
* Estimate the cost of eye control with predetermined time systems.
 BC DD
B C C C
A D B B
A D A A

Figure 5.2: Parallel vs Symmetrical motions

Parallel motions:
 Shoulder moves
 Easy eye travel
Symmetrical motions:
 Shoulder steady
 Difficult eye

Guideline 10

Use Rowing Motions for 2-Hand Motions

 Alternation causes movement of the shoulder and twisting of the torso.
 Alternation causes higher heart rate.
 Rowing motions are more efficient and provide greater power

Guideline 11

Pivot Motions About the Elbow

 Motion time is minimized with motion about the elbow.
 Cross-body movements are more accurate than those about the elbow.
* Physiological cost is lower for movements about the elboW.
Guideline 12
Use the Preferred Hand
* The dominant hand is:
 10% faster for reach-type motions.
 More accurate than the non-dominant.
 More exposed to cumulative trauma
 5% to 10% stronger.
* Work should arrive from the operator’s preferred side and leave from the no preferred
side.
Guideline 13
Keep Arm Motions in the Normal Work Area
* Avoid long benches.
* Use swingarms and lazy Susans.
* For high use, keep it close.
* Remember the arm pivots on the shoulder, not the nose.
 * The shoulder is very sensitive to small changes in workplace layout.

Figure 5.3: “Windshield Wiper” pattern

Guideline 14

Let the Small Person Reach; Let the Large Person Fit
* Design so most of the user population can use the design.
* Jobs must be designed for both sexes.
* Mufti person use of equipment and Station is becoming more common.
* Civilian industrial population data are not the same as military data.
* International populations be a consideration.
* The proportion to exclude depends on the seriousness of designing people out and
the cost of including more people.
Ways to Exclude Few
* One size fits all
* Multiple sizes
* Adjustability
 Experiment No: 6
Experiment Name: Preperation of Hazard Evaluation Worksheet (task based)
for a Workstation

Introduction
A hazard analysis is one of the most important elements of the safety management program. A hazard
analysis is an organized and systematic effort to identify and analyze the significance of potential hazards
in work place. This analysis provides information that will assist employers and employees in making
decisions for improving safety and reducing the consequences of unwanted or unplanned hazardous
situation. The hazard analysis should focuses on equipment, instrumentation, utilities, human actions
(routine and no routine), and external factors that might impact the process. These considerations assist in
determining the hazards and potential failure points or failure modes in a process.

Objective
Objective of this experiment is to identify hazards and evaluating risks in structured and systematic way
in order to prioritize decisions to reduce risks to a tolerable level.

Methodology
1. Identify potential hazards in the workplace using the hazard evaluation checklist.
2. Evaluating risk by using risk calculator.
3. Decide corrective actions.
4. Preparing the task-based Hazard Evaluation Worksheet.

Theory
Risk: Chance (Probabilty) of exposure to a hazard combined with the consequences of such exposure.
Hazard: Source or potential source.
Harm: Injury or damage to health, damage to environment, economic loss etc.
Risk: Probability of Exposure * Severity, i.e. F (likelihood* consequences)

Risk Matrix
Likely
B A
Probable A
Likelihood
Possible A
B
Improbable C
B
Remote C B

Minor Major Severe Fatal

Consequences (Severity)
Figure 6.1: Risk Management
Estimation/Measurement of Risks

Risk may be described in qualitative, semi-qualitativ or quantitative terms:

• Qualitative risk- no figures, judgement is used to estimate risk level

• Semi- quantitative risk- risks may be ranked on a sci·llgaiatlve scale or using .
• Quantitative risk - risk may be described sa frequency or probability in absolute terms.

The risk matrix gives a clear definition of risk. If it was estimated that the chance of the operator
exposed to explosion hazard is remote, but the exposure will result in a fatality, the matrix shows this risk
level as 'B '. ·

If on the other hand it was estimated that the chance of oil leaking out of a machine which would result in
a person slipping is likely. This is expected to result in minor injury which is ranked by the matrix also as
risk level 'B'. Therefore risk is not judged by the consequences alone.

Evaluation of Risks

One of the most important steps in risk assessment is to evaluate risks, which are to determine whether
the level of risk is tolerable - or unacceptably high and would warrant some urgent attention.

Evaluation 'of risks will depend on the method used for estimating the risk. Risk evaluation could be
carried out qualitatively, semi quantitative or quantitative.

• Qualitative risk- judgement is used , difficult to prioritize.

• Semi-quantitative risk - decide which area of the risk matrix.
• Quantitative risk - use the HSE criteria for tolerability of risk if a fatal accident can result
from exposure to the hazards.

The Risk Matrix can be a tool to estimate and evaluate risks on a semi guantitative basis. The criteria used
for risk evaluation is as follows:

• Risk level 'A' would be regarded as 'Intolerable'. Relevant activity cannot be justified on
any grounds.
• Risk level 'B' is a region of uncertainty. Risk assessment is needed to ensure that risks in this
region are As Low As Reasonably Practicable or 'ALARP'.
• Risk level 'C' is broadly tolerable. No further action is necessary.
The Risk Calculator

There arc several drawbacks with the criterion described so far for the estimation and evaluation of risks,
as they either focus attention on potential fatal accidents or they miss out a vital component in measuring
risk. Thi s is the proportion of time person( s) are exposed to the hazard.

One of the main differences between this risk calculator and other risk matrices, is that the calculator
takes into account the frequency and duration of exposure of hazards. The risk calculator is primarily
based on a Normogram introduced in the British Standard BS 5304: 1988 (machinery safety) .
·
The basic elements in calculating the order of magnitude of risk are:

• The chance which hazard is likely to occur ('probability level') -- this ranges from frequent or 1
in 10, to extremely remote, 1 in1 million. The probabilities are used to describe the Order of
magnitude of what is meant by probable, remote, ......etc.

• The frequency and duration of exposure to hazard -- this is measured on a scale ranging
form very rare or less than 1%, to continuous exposure 100% of the time.

• The consequences or potential severity of injury/damage, measured on a scale ranging

from category (I) minor loss/first aid, to category (VI) multiple fatalities/total loss ......etc.

By connecting th e appropriate points on each scale and using the tie line in ·the middle of the calculator,
it is possible to determine the level of risk involved. The risk leve l is divided into four general categories.

• High risk (A) - which indicates that the level of risk is unacceptable and cannot be justified on
any grounds.

• Moderate risk (B)- which indicates that the level of risk should be reduced to a level as
low as reasonably practicable 'ALARP', and

• Low risk (C) - which indicates that the level of risk is broadly acceptable and no further
precautions should be necessary.

Analysis of the Consequences

Consequences
I II III IV V VI
Personnel Insignificant minor major severe fatality Multi-
fatalities
Economic <£1000 <£10,000 <£100,000 <£1million <£1million Total loss

Environment minor Short term major severe widspread catastrophe

 Catagory Description Examples
I insignificant Bruising, light abrasion etc

II Minor ‘first aid’(normally reversible)

III Major Lossof consciousness, burns etc. (3 days off

work
IV Severe Serious injury/damage to health (norn1ally
reversible)
V Fatality Permanent disability, loss of sight,
amputation, respiratory damage etc (not
reversible)
VI Multi-fatalities To in: ude delayed effects, catastrophic

Risk Assessment Case Studies

Figure 6.2: Risk Assessment Case Studies

Example of hazard identification and analysis work sheet (task based)

Machine /process/activity Hazard Analysis Study Sheet ……2…… of

Metal cleaning shop Reference …..5……
ACTIVITY Hazardous POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES RISK CONTROL
TYPE Events CAUSES LEVEL MEASURES/ACTION
Error/Failure REQUIRED
Filling Overfilling Operator does Increased toxic B Action: consider
cleaning tank not switch and flammable high level alarm and
tank with pump off concentration pump trip
Toluene Pump fails to Same as above A/B Action: same as
stop above as well as
(electrical emergency stop
fault)
Switch tank toluene Thermostat Major fire A Action: consider
heater ON overheated fails temperature
indicator and alarm
+ procedure
toluene not Thermocouple Valves not B/C Same as above
heated fails cleaned
Dipping Operator Loss of ability fatality A Action: review tank
metallic fails in tank height and consider
components mechanical
inside handling
cleaning Too many Cut down Valves fall into B Action: review
tank valves put in cleaning time tank/upper limb basket design +
basket disorder consider mechanical
handling
Tank topped Possible reaction B Action: remove
up with other chemical drums
chemical from the workplace
Toluene may Delivery of Possible high B/C Action: insure
be toluene level of benzene, supplier compile
contaminated already water, etc. with ISO
contaminated 9000+sample
Lack of Explosion to B Action: introduce
maintenance high planned preventive
concentrations maintenance PPM
Tank may Impact by Same as above B Action: remove all
leak mobile sources of impact
equipment
Figure 6.3: Risk level
 Experiment No: 7

Experiment Name: Determination of Light Level in different workplaces

Introduction
The majority of industrial tasks depend for their effeciency on adequate vision, therefore lighting
plays an important part in determining the efficiency with which tasks are carried out. The
amount of light required for the performance of a visual task is influenced by four factors which
are independent. These are:

I. The size of the object

II. The contrast between the object and its immediate surround
III. The reflectivity of the immediate surround
IV. Time allowed for seeing.

The amount of which is required for the task cannot be determined until all these factors have
been established.

Objective
In this experiment, students have to determine the illumination level of a number of
workstations.. They are also required to critically analyze the findings and comment for
improvements (if any).

Apparatus
1. Light Meter

Procedure
1. Measure the light intensity of the workplace assigned.
2. Identify whether existing lighting system is adequate or not for the specific workplace.
3. Comment for improvements (if any).
Light Meter
The instrument is easy to use with pocket size and light weight, providing accurate display light
level in terms of Foot Candles (FC) or LUX over wide range.

5
5
4

Fig 7.1: Light Meter

1. LCD Display
2. Power / function/ range switch: Turn power ON/ OFF and select measurement function and
ranges.
3. Photo Detector
4. Max Hold: To hold maximum reading.
5. Data Hold: To hold the reading.
6. Function button: Select measurement functions of Lux or Fc
 Operation:

1. Turn the power switch to select range to desired lux/fc range.

2. Hold the “Photo Detector” to light source in a horizontal position.
3. Read the illunination nominal from the LCD display.
4. To hold a measurement , press the “Hold” button, the reading will freeze in the display until
the button is pressed again.
5. If the input signal is too strong, the instrument will display one “1” only , then a hoigher
range should be selected.
6. For measurements made on the Lux 20000 or 50000 range, the displayed reading must be
multiplied by 10 and 100 respectively.

Table: Range Display Multiplier

Range Units Multiplier

200 Fc Direct reading
2,000 Fc & Lux Direct reading
20,000 Lux Reading * 10
50,000 Lux Reading * 100

Example: If a measurement on the 20,000 Lux range displays 500, then the actual measured
value is 500 * 10=5000
The table below is guidance for recommended light level in different work spaces:

Activity Illumination
(lux, lumen/m2)

Public areas with dark surroundings 20 - 50

Simple orientation for short visits 50 - 100

Working areas where visual tasks are only occasionally 100 - 150
performed

Warehouses, Homes, Theaters, Archives 150

Easy Office Work, Classes 250

Normal Office Work, PC Work, Study Library, Groceries, 500

Show Rooms, Laboratories

Supermarkets, Mechanical Workshops, Office Landscapes 750

Normal Drawing Work, Detailed Mechanical Workshops, 1,000

Operation Theatres

Detailed Drawing Work, Very Detailed Mechanical Works 1500 - 2000

Performance of visual tasks of low contrast and very small 2000 - 5000
size for prolonged periods of time

Performance of very prolonged and exacting visual tasks 5000 - 10000

Performance of very special visual tasks of extremely low 10000 - 20000

contrast and small size
 Assigned Workplaces

1. Machine Shop (Lathe, Milling)

2. Machine Shop (Drilling, Grinding)
3. Welding Shop
4. Measurement Lab
5. Drawing Lab
6. Computer Lab
7. Classroom
8. Departmental Office Room
9. Library
 Experiment No: 8

Experiment Name: Performing time study in workplace

Introduction

Work measurement is concerned with determining the length of time it should take to complete
the job. Time standard provides an indication of expected output. It reflects the amount of time it
should take an average worker to do a given job working under typical condition. It is a study of
the operational steps or production procedure and the time consumed by them for the purpose of
devising methods of increasing efficiency or productivity of workers. This work-study aims at
improving the existing and proposed ways of doing work and establishing standard times for
work performance. Improving the ways in which the work is done (methods) improves
productivity, work study and industrial engineering techniques and training are the areas which
improve the work methods, which in term enhances the productivity.

Time study was formally introduced by Frederick Taylor in nineteenth century. It is the most
widely used method of work measurement; especially appropriate for short, repetitive tasks.

Objective
In this experiment, students have to determine standard work time for workers in their assigned
workplaces. They are also required to critically analyze the findings and comment for further
produtivity improvements (if any).

Apparatus
1. Stop Watch

Procedure

1. Obtain and record all the job information.

2. Define the task to be studied and inform the worker(s) who will be studied.
3. Break down the operation into elements.

4. Determine the number of cycles to be observed.

5. Check that the job is being performed efficiently before setting the time standard.

6. Measure the time of the each job element using stop watch.

7. Assess the effective working speed of the operator and rate the performance.

8. Determine the allowances to be made.

9. Compute the standard time.

10. Test and review standards wherever necessary.

Standard Time
Standard time is the amount of time a qualified worker should spend to complete a specified
task, working at sustainable rate, using given methods, tools and equipment, raw material and
workplace arrangement.

Time study is used to develop a time standard based on observations of one worker taken over a
number of cycles. However, it is very difficult to select the right person who should perform the
job. Hence, average of a few properly trained workers’ performed time are taken as the standard.
The standard time is then applied to the work of all others in the organization who perform the
same job.

Development of a time standard involves computation of 3 times:

I. Observed time (OT)

II. Normal time (NT)
III. Standard time (ST)

I. Observed Time (OT): Simply the average of the recorded times.

OT 
x i

n
 xi 
sum of recorded time
 n = number of observations

II. Normal Time (NT): It is the observed time adjusted for worker performance.

Computed by multiplying the observed time by a performance rating of the concerned worker.
NT  OT * PR
If ratings are made on an element-by-element basis,
NT   OTi * PRi 

OTi – average time for element i

PRi – performance rating for element i

Performance Rating : Assessing the effective speed of working of the operator relative to the
observer’s concept of the rate corresponding to standard rating.
Time studies should be made on a number of qualified workers; and that very fast or very slow
workers should be avoided.

III. Standard Time (ST): It is the normal time required for a job plus an allowance time.

ST  NT * AF

AF= Allowance factor

Allowances: Many jobs require spending of human effort and some allowance must therefore be
made for recovery from fatigue and for relaxation.
Allowance must be made to allow a worker for different delays:

 Personal – drink, restroom

 Unavoidable – machine adjustment
 Material shortage
 Worker fatigue (physical / mental)

Allowance can be based on

AF job 1  A
 Job time (allowance for total job produced)
 1
AFday 
 Time worked (allowance for total work period) 1 A

Assignment:
1. A direct time study was taken on a manual work element. The regular cycle consisted of four
elements a, b, c and d.

Work element a b c d

Observed time 0.56 0.25 0.50 1.10

(min)
Performance 100% 80% 110% 100%
rating

Determine Standard time for the cycle, using allowance factor of 15%.

2. Find out the standard time using the following data:

Average time for machine elements = 6 min
Average time for manual elements = 4 min
Performance rating = 110%
Allowances = 10%

3. Assuming that the total observed time for an operation of assembling an electric switch is
1.00 min. If the rating is 120%, find normal time. If an allowance of 10% is allowed for the
operation, determine the standard time.

4. In attempt to increase productivity and reduce cost, a company is planning to install an incentive pay
plan in its manufacturing plant. In developing standards for one operation, time study analysts
observed a worker for a 30 minute period. During that time the worker completed 42 parts. The
analysts rated the worker as producing at 130 percent. The base wage rate for a worker is $5 per hour
and an incentive of $ 2 for each extra unit produced. The firm has established 15% as a fatigue and
personal time allowance.
i. What is the standard time for the task?
ii. If the worker produced 500 units during an eight hour day, what wages would be the worker
have earned?
 Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

LABORATORY MANUAL
For the students of
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
1st Year, 1st Semester

Student Name :
Student ID :
 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
IPE 3202: Ergonomics and Productivity Engineering
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students shall not be allowed to perform any experiment without apron and
shoes.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. The report should include the following:
 Top sheet with necessary information
 Main objectives
 Work material/machine/tool/equipment used (with their
specifications)
 Experimental procedures
 Experimental results and discussions (Experimental setup,
Experimental conditions, Data, Graph, calculation etc.)
 Conclusions
 Acknowledgements
 References
5. A quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
6. Marks distribution:

Total Marks
Report Attendance Quiz
40 10 50
 Experiment No: 1

Experiment Name: Anthropometry Measurement

Introduction:
The term anthropometry is derived from two Greek words, anthropos, meaning man, and metros,
meaning measurement. In other words, anthropometry is concerned with the measurements of
human dimensions. Hundreds of these dimensions are possible, everything from common
measurement of stature, or height, to the size of u human fingernail, but of these, a hundred or
more have been defined as being useful for various purposes.
In using anthropometric measurements there are several things to bear in mind. One of these is the
source of the measurements. All anthropometric tables present values that are statistical in nature.
In other words they are derived as averages of multiple samples, sometimes from hundreds,
sometimes from thousands of subjects. The larger the sample, the more representative it is or in
statistical terms the greater is the accuracy of confidence in the measured value. The subjects in
these simples are measured under standard conditions.

Objective:
The objectives off this lab are:
* To know how to perform anthropometrics measurement
* To process the measurements so as to be useful
* To apply the data in the design of workplace, workstation, tools and equipment to
fit to the human body.

Methodology:
To calculate a percentile value, simply multiply the standard deviation S by a factor k, selected
from table 1. Then add the product to the mean m:
p = m + k*S

If the desire d percentile is above the 50th percentile, the factor k has a positive sign and the product
k*S is added to the mean m; if the p-value is below 50th percentile, k is negative and the product
k*S is subtracted from the mean m. 1 the equation of mean m:
x
m=  
 n 
 
m = mean
x = sample value
n = total of samples
The distribution of the data is described by the equation:

S=
 ( x  m) 2

mz = mx – m y

Sz = S 2
z  S y2  2r * S x * S y 
Table 1: Percentile Values and Associated k Factors

Below Mean Above Mean

Percentile Factor K Percentile Factor K Percentile Factor K Percentile Factor K
0.001 -4.25 31 -0.50 50 0 85 1.04
0.01 -3.72 32 -0.47 51 0.03 86 1.08
0.1 -3.09 33 -0.44 52 0.05 87 1.13
0.5 -2.58 34 -0.41 53 0.08 88 1.18
1 -2.33 35 -0.39 54 0.10 89 1.23
2 -2.05 36 -0.36 55 0.13 90 1.28
2.5 -1.96 37 -0.33 56 0.15 91 1.34
3 -1.88 38 -0.31 57 0.18 92 1.41
4 -1.75 39 -0.28 58 0.20 93 1.48
5 -1.64 40 -0.25 59 0.23 94 1.55
6 -1.55 41 -0.23 60 0.25 95 1.64
7 -1.48 42 -0.20 61 0.28 96 1.75
8 -1.41 43 -0.18 62 0.31 97 1.88
9 -1.34 44 -0.15 63 0.33 97.5 1.96
10 -1.24 45 -0.13 64 0.36 98 2.05
11 -1.23 46 -0.10 65 0.39 99 2.33
12 -1.18 47 -0.08 66 0.41 99.5 2.58
13 -1.13 48 -0.05 67 0.44 99.9 3.09
14 -1.08 49 -0.03 68 0.47 99.99 3.72
15 -1.04 50 0 69 0.50 99.999 4.26
16 -0.99 70 0.52
17 -0.95 71 0.55
18 -0.92 72 0.58
19 -0.88 73 0.61
20 -0.84 74 0.64
21 -0.81 75 0.67
22 -0.77 76 0.71
23 -0.74 77 0.74
24 -0.71 78 0.77
25 -0.67 79 0.81
26 -0.64 80 0.84
27 -0.61 81 0.88
 28 -0.58 82 0.92
29 -0.55 83 0.95
30 -0.52 84 0.99
Any percentile value p can be calculated from the mean m and the standard deviation.
Result: Anthropometry measurement

Men Women
Dimentsion 5th % th
5th % 95th
Mean 95 SD Mean SD
ile % ile ile % ile
Stature
Eye Height, Standing
Shoulder Height
(Acromion), Standing
Elbow Height, Standing
Hip Height (Trochanter)
Knuckle Height, Standing
Finger Height, Standing
Sitting Height
Sitting Eye Height
Sitting Shoulder Height
(Acromion)
Sittings Elbow Height
Sitting Thigh Height
(Clearance)
Sittings Knee Height
Sittings Popliteal Height
Shoulder Elbow Length
Elbow-Fingertip Length
Overhead Grip Reach,
Sitting
Overhead Grip Reach,
Standing
Forward Grip Reach
Arm Length, Vertical
Downward Grip Reach
Chest Depth
Abdominal Depth, Sitting
Buttock-Knee Depth, Sitting
Buttock-Popliteal Depth,
Sitting
Shoulder Breadth
(Biacromial)
Shoulder Breadth (Bideltoid)
Hip Breadth, Sitting
Span
Elbow Span
Hand Length
Hand Breadth

See appendix for detail of anthropometric measurement

Appendix: Body Dimensions:

The required dimensions are as follows::

1. Stature: The vertical distance from to top of the head, when standing.
2. Eye Height, Standing: The vertical distance form the floor to the outer corner of the right eye,
when standing.
3. Shoulder Height (Acromion), Standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the tip (acromion)
of the shoulder, when standing.
4. Elbow Height, standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the lowest point of the right
elbow, when standing
5. Hip Height (Trochanter), Standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the trochanter
landmark on the upper side of the right thigh, when standing.
6. Knuckle Height, Standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the knuckle (metacarpal bone)
of the middle finger of the right hand, when standing.

Fig: 1.1: Illustrations of Measured Body Dimensions

7. Fingertip Height, Standing: The vertical distance from the floor to the tip of the index finger of
the right hand, when standing.
8. Sitting Height: the vertical distance form the sitting surface to the top of the head, when sitting.
9.Sitting Eye Height: The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the outer corner of the right
eye, when sitting.
10. Sitting Shoulder Height ( Acromion) : The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the tip
(acromion) of the shoulder.
11. Sitting Elbow Height: The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the lowest point of the
right elbow, when sitting.

12. Sitting Thigh Height (Clearance) : The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the highest
point of the right thigh, when sitting.

13. Sitting Knee Height: The vertical distance from the floor to the top of the right knee cap,
when sitting with knees flexed at 90 degrees

14. Sitting Popliteal Height: The vertical distance from the floor to the underside of the thigh
directly behind the right knee, when sitting with knees flexed at 90 degrees.
15. Shoulder-Elbow Length: The vertical distance from the underside of the right elbow to the
right acromion., with the elbow flexed at 90 degrees and the upper arm hanging vertically.
16. Elbow-Fingertip Length: The distance from the back of the right elbow to the tip of the middle
finger, with the elbow flexed at 90 degress.
17. Overhead Grip Reach, Sitting: The vertical distance from the sitting surface to the center of a
cylindrical rod firmly held in the palm of the right hand.
18. Overhead grip reach, standing: the vertical distance from the standing surface to the center of
a cylindrical rod firmly held in the palm of the right hand.
19. Forward Grip Reach: The horizontal distance from the back of the right shoulder blade to the
center of a cylindrical rod firmly held in the palm of the right hand.
20. Arm Length, Vertical: The vertical distance from the tip of the right middle finger to the right
acromion, with the arm hanging vertically.
21. Downward Grip Reach: The vertical distance from the right acromion to the center of a
cylindrical rod firmly held in the palm of the right hand, with the arm hanging vertically.
22. Chest depth: the horizontal depth from the back to the right nipple.
23.Abdominal Depth, Sitting: The horizontal distance from the back of to the most protruding
point on the abdomen.
24. Buttock-Knee Depth, Sitting: The horizontal distance from the back of the buttocks to the back
of right knee, when sitting with the knees flexed at 90 degrees.
25. Buttock-Popliteal Depth, Sitting: The horizontal distance from the back of the
buttocks to the right knee just below the thigh, when sitting with the knees flexed at 90 degrees.
26. Shoulder Breadth, Biacromial: The distance between the right and left acromion.
27. Shoulder Breadth, Bideltoid: The maximal horizontal breadth across the shoulders between the
lateral margins of the right and left deltoid muscles.
28. Hip Breadth, Sitting: The maximal horizontal breadth across the hips or thighs, whatever is
greater, when sitting.
29. Span: The distance between the tips of the middle fingers of the horizontally outstretched arms
and hands.
30. Elbow Span: The distance between the tips of the elbows of the horizontally outstretched upper
arms flexed so that the fingertips of the hands meet in front of the hunk.
31. Hand Length: The length of the right hand between the crease of the wrist and the tip of the
middle finger, with right hand flat.
32. Hand Breadth: The breadth of the right hand across the knuckles of the four fingers.
 Experiment No: 2

Experiment Name: Study and Design of Different Types of Hand Tools

Introduction:
Hand tools extend capability of the hand. Greater capability can be more impact (hammer), more
grip strength (pliers), more torque (wrench, screw-driver) or even new functions (hand saw,
soldering iron). This experiment will aid one in selecting from available tools and even, in some
cases, to design a new tool. The design principles are grouped into General Principles, Grip
Principles, Precision Principles and Geometry Principles.

Objective:

The objectives of this experiment to:

* Study ergonomic principles in designing of hand tools.
* Observe some existing hand tools and machines.
* Designing hand tools and machines using ergonomic principles. to eliminate the
existing shortcoming.

Methodology:

1. Identify the major components, their functions, dimensions and their relative position of the
hand tools and machines mentioned in the following paragraph.
2. Use the tool or operate the machine for a typical job.
3. Carefully observe the working posture of the body and the interaction between the body and
different parts of the tool or machine.
4. Conduct a survey for noting down the general feeling of the user.
5. From the above mentioned steps identify shortcomings (Geometry, dimension, alignment,
material, and shape etc of parts of the tool or machine that are not designed ergonomically
resulting in discomfort and risk of musculoskeletal disorders from long time use) with reasons.
6. Propose improved design (with neat sketch) explaining the modifications made.

Tools and Machines to be studied:

Hand drill, Soldering iron, Electrode Holder of Arc-welding, Cutting Torch, Chisel, Snip, Die,
Hack-saw, Pliers, Jack Planner, Tanner saw, Slide Wrench, Screw driver.
Ergonomic Principles in Designing of Hand Tools

Hand Tools:
Hammer, pliers, wrench, hand saw, screw driver, soldering iron, hack saw, scissors, knives,
bottle opener etc.

Principles of Hand Tool & Devices Design:

* Maintain a straight wrist -

* Avoid ulnar Deviation.

Flexion --------> Decreasing angle at the joint

Extension --------> opposite
Abduction --------> movement of body segment in lateral plane away from the midline of the
body.
Adduction --------> opposite

* Avoid radial deviation with pronation & dorsiflexion.

* Design to neutral position. (wrist angle) (bent handle)

* Grip strength is maximum at

Neutral Supination

Ulnar dev. Mid

Radial dev Pronation

Dorsi flexion

Palmer flexion

To increase high friction material, special design to gain mechanical advantage.

* Avoid tissue compression stresses-

- Avoid compressive force on the palm of the hand (obstructs blood flow, numbness of the
fingers).
- Handles with large contact surfaces with palm so that force is distributed over larger area & is
directed to less-sensitive tissues (between thumb & index finger).

* Avoid repetitive finger action -

* Avoid frequent use of index finger. Thumb operated controls should be used.
* Even better Finger-strip control (load shared by more than one finger)
* Maximum grip strength grip axis opening (axis opening) between
2.5 inch -3.5 inch

Figure: Thumb-operated and finger-strip operated pneumatic tool. Thumb operation results in
overextension of the thumb. Finger strip control allows all the fingers to share the load and the
thumb to grip and guide the tool
Design for safe operation -

* Eliminate pinching hazards (putting guards over pinch points, stops to prevent handles
from fully closing & pinching the palm)
* Eliminate sharp corners & edges (rounding)
* Power tools --- design with brake devices.

Women & left handles -

* Vibration --- page 398 McCormick
* Gloves.

Grip Principles
Use a power grip for power. Use a precision grip for precision –
Power Grip:
1. Direction of the line of force parallel to forearm (saw).
2. Direction of the line of force at an angle to the forearm (hammer).
3. Torque about the forearm (corkscrew).
Precision Principles

1. Internal precision grips. Three characteristics

- A pinch grip by the thumb versus 1st finger (or 1st + 2nd finger)
- Support to reduce tool tremor by the little finger & side of the hand.
- The shaft passes under the thumb.

In pushing/pulling -- tool handle parallel to the work surface.

Rotation/torque ------ tool shaft perpendicular to the work surface (screw driver).

End of the tool grip should be long enough to extend beyond the palm.
Use Spherical end.

2. External precision grip.

- Support by the side of the 2nd finger/the skin at the thumb base.
- Shaft passes over the thumb.
* Make grip the proper thickness, shape & length.
* Thickness
- Dia --- 40 mm for power grip.
- >6mm for precision grip.
* Shape section perpendicular to grip axis-
- Circular handle --- slippage, effective moment arm is less.
- Rectangular handle --- pressure high
* Length – 125mm length of the handle.
* Design the grip surface to be compressible, nonconductive & smooth.
- Compressible material (rubber, plastic) with high coefficient of friction.
- Non conductive
Geometry Principles

* Angles of the forearm, grip & tool-

- Handles should be designed so that the wrist is in neutral position.
(pliers, soldering iron)
* Use appropriate muscle groups.
large muscle group, (forearm vs fingers), hand closing muscles vs hand opening
muscle.
As with the power grip, thumb or little finger can be repositioned. Pointing along the top surface
of a knife gives more power as well as additional precision. Patkin (1969) mentions pointing
along a surgeon's needle holder with the thumb to gain additional precision.
 Experiment No: 3

Experiment Name: Determination of Sound Level in different workplaces

Introduction:
Sound is created by the vibrating motion of displaced molecule in an elastic medium like air,
wood, steel or other materials. This vibration produces waves which radiate in all directions. As
these waves travel through the medium, a small pressure change above atmospheric pressure is
created. Human ear is able to sense this small change , enabling to hear. This change in pressure
is known as sound pressure level. The sound pressire level is the measure of sound most
commonly reffered to when discussing industrial noise control. People are able to hear sound
pressure level between about 1×10^-9 psi and 15 psi (or 1atm). Since this represents 10 orders of
magnitude change, logarithmic scales are used to measure sound pressure level in desibels (dB).
The level of sound plays a vital role in design of workplaces. Human comfort and productivity is
affected by noise level greatly. Based on job profile and other requirements, in different types of
workplaces, different standards of sound level has been set to define human comfort.

Objective: In this experiment, students have to construct a noise contour map of a sound
emitting source. They are also required to critically analyze the findings and comment for
improvements (if any).

Apparatus:
1. Sound Level Meter

Procedure:
1. Using slow response setting on a sound level meter, walk around the sound source,
maintaining a constant reading (e.g. 80dBA). Record your path until it closes on itself,
forming a loop. Or until the path exits the area to be surveyed.
2. Trace the path followed on a plant layout or area map. This can be easily done by a second
person following the surveyor.
3. Repeat the process for as many contours as desired or needed. At a minimum, seven contours
forming eight hearing hazard zones are recommended.
Digital Sound Level Meter:

3 6

9
4

7
5

10

1. Windscreen
2. Display
3. Level Range Select Button: Lo: 35~100dB; Hi: 65~130dB
4. Time Weighting Select Button:
F (Fast response): For Normal measurement.
S (Slow response): For checking average level of fluctuating noise.
5. Power and Function Switch:
Turn power ON/OFF and select A/C weighting & calibration function
A: A- Weighting for general sound level measurements.
 C: C- Weighting for checking the low frequency content of noise.
6. Max Hold Button: To measure maximum level of sounds.
7. Data Hold Button: Freezes the reading in the display.
8. Microphone
9. DC, AC Output jack
10. Calibration potentiometer

Operation:
1. Power the meter by pressing the power button. The meter will begin displaying sound
level readings. If the LCD does not switch on, check the 9V battery located in the rear
battery compartment.
2. Hold the meter away from the body.
3. View the measurement on the meter’s display. If the meter is in the auto ranging mode,
the display may briefly indicate “HI” or “LO” if the noise level is above or below the
currently selected range. The meter will change the range as needed to display the dB
level.
4. ‘A’ and ‘C’ Frequency Weighting Use the ‘A/C’ button to select ‘A’ or ‘C’ frequency
weighting. With ‘A’ weighting selected, the frequency response of the meter is similar to
the response of the human ear. ‘A’ weighting is commonly used for environmental or
hearing conservation programs such as OSHA regulatory testing and noise ordinance law
enforcement. ‘C’ weighting is a much flatter response and is suitable for the sound level
analysis of machines, engines, etc. “A” or “C” icons will appear in the display. Most
noise measurements are performed using 'A' Weighting and SLOW Response.
5. ‘FAST’ and ‘SLOW’ Response Time Use the ‘F/S’ button to select FAST (125 ms) or
SLOW (1 second) response time. Select FAST to capture noise peaks and noises that
occur very quickly. Select the SLOW response to monitor a sound source that has a
consistent noise level or to average quickly changing levels. “FAST” or “SLOW” icons
will appear in the display. Select SLOW response for most applications.
6. Max hold: In this mode the meter only updates the LCD when a higher reading than the
one presently on the display is detected.
Press the MAX HOLD button to enter the Max Hold mode. The “MAX HOLD” icon will
appear in the display. Press the MAX HOLD button again to exit this mode.
Figure 3.1: Noise Contour Map
 Experiment No: 4

Experiment Name: Study of manual lifting operation and determination of the

recommended weight limit using the NIOSH lifting equation

Introduction:

Manual handling is an important application of ergonomic principles that particularly addresses

back injury prevention. A large proportion of the accidents which occurs in industry involve the
manual handling of goods. In the United Sates, the report by the National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH,l981) stated that back pain was attributed to
overexertion by 60% of back pain sufferers. About 500,000 workers in the US suffer some type
of overexertion injury per year. Approximately 60% if the overexertion injury claims involve
lifting and 20% involve pushing or pulling.
The main contribution of ergonomics to the reduction of hazards in manual handling is to
redesign tasks and to identify techniques and specify workloads which are safe. NIOSH has
produced a work practice guide for the design of manual handling tasks and an equation for
determining safe loads. In Europe, a new directive for design of these task has been issued in
1990 and the U.K. Health and Safety Commission Consultative Document (Health and Safety
Commission, 1991 ) provides interesting proposals for the design of manual handling tasks.

Objective:
The objective of this experiment is to study manual lifting operation and determination of
recommended weight by using the NIOSH lifting equation.

The Revised Lifting Equation

1 Definition of Terms
1.1 Recommended Weight Limit (RWL)

The RWL is the principal product of the revised NIOSH lifting equation. The RWL is defined
for a specific set of task conditions as the weight of the load that nearly all healthy workers could
perform over a substantial period of time (e.g., up to 8 hours) without an increased risk of
developing lifting-related LBP. By healthy workers, we mean workers who are free of adverse
health conditions that would increase their risk of musculoskeletal injury.

The RWL is defined by the following equation:

RWL : LC X HM X VM X DM X AM X FM X CM
1.2 Lifting Index (LI)
The LI is a term that provides a relative estimate of the level of physical stress associated with a
particular manual lifting task. The estimate of the level of physical stress is defined by the
relationship of the weight of the load lifted and the recommended weight limit.

The LI is defined by the following equation:

L
LI= Load Weight/ Recommended weight Limit RWL =
RWL

1.3 Terminology and Data Definitions

The following list of brief definitions is useful in applying the revised NIOSH lifting equation.
For detailed descriptions of these terms, refer to the individual sections where each is discussed.
Methods for measuring these variables and examples are provided in Sections 1 and 2.

Lifting Task Defined as the act of manually grasping an object of definable size and
mass with two hands, and vertically moving the object without mechanical
assistance.

Load Weight (L) Weight of the object to be lifted, in pounds or kilograms, including the
container.

Horizontal Distance of the hands away from the mid-point between the ankles, in
inches Locations (H) or centimeter (measure at the origin and destination of lift).
See Figure 1.

Vertical Location (V) Distance of the hands above the floor, in inches or centimeters
(measure at the origin and destination of lift). See Figure l.

Vertical Travel Absolute value of the difference between the vertical heights at the
Distance (D) destination and origin of the lift, in inches or centimeters.

Asymmetry Angle Angular measure of how far the object is displaced from the front
(A) (mid sagittal plane) or the worker’s body at the beginning or ending of the
lift, in degrees (measure at the origin and destination of lift). See Figure 2.
The asymmetry angle is defined by the location of the load relative to the
workers’ mid- sagittal plane, as defined by the neutral body posture, rather
than the position of the feet or the extent of body twist.

Neutral Body Describes the position of the body when the hands are directly in front of the
Position body and there is minimal twisting at the legs, torso, or shoulders.

Lifting Frequency Average number of lifts per minute over a 15 minute period.
(F)

Lifting Duration Three-tiered classification of lifting duration specified by the distribution

of work-time and recovery-time (work pattern). Duration is classified as
earlier short (1 hour), moderate (1-2 hours), or long (2-8 hours), depending
on the work pattern.

Coupling Classification of the quality of the hand-to-object coupling (e.g., handles,

cut-
Classification out, or grip). Coupling quality is classified as good, fair, or poor.

Significant Significant control is defined as a condition requiring precision placement

of
Control the load at the destination of the lift. This is usually the case when (1) the
worker has to re-grasp the load near the destination of the lift, or (2) the
worker has to momentarily hold the object at the destination, or (3) the
worker has to carefully position or guide the load at the destination
2 Lifting Task Limitations
The lifting equation is a tool for assessing the physical stress of two-handed manual lifting tasks.
As with any tool, its application is limited to those conditions for which it was designed.
Specifically, the lifting equation was designed to meet specific lifting-related criteria that
encompass biomechanical, work physiology, and psychophysical assumption and data, identified
above. To the extent that a given lifting task accurately reflects these underlying conditions and
criteria, this lifting equation may be appropriately applied.
The following list identified a set of work conditions in which the application of the lifting
equation could either-or over-estimate the extent of physical stress associated with a particular
work-related activity. Each of the following task limitations also highlight research topics in
need of further research to extend the application of the lifting equation to a greater range of real
world lifting tasks.

1. The revised NIOSH lifting equation is based on the assumption that manual handling activities
other than lifting are minimal and do not require significant energy expenditure, especially when
repetitive lifting tasks are performed. Examples of non-lifting tasks include holding, pushing,
pulling, carrying, walking, and climbing. If such non-lifting activities account for more than
about 10% of the total worker activity, then measures or workers' energy expenditures and/or
heart rate may be required to assess the metabolic demands of the different tasks. The equation
will still apply if there is a small amount of holding and carrying, but carrying should be limited
to one or two steps and holding should not exceed a few seconds. For more information on
assessing metabolic demand, see Garg et al. (1978) or Eastman Kodak (1986).
2. The revised lifting equation does not include tasks factors to account for unpredicted
conditions, such as unexpectedly heavy loads, slips, or falls. Additional biomechanical analyses
may be required to assess the physical stress on joints that occur from traumatic incidents.
Moreover, if the environment is unfavorable (e.g., temperatures or humidity significantly outside
the range of l9o to 26oC [66o to 79oF] or 35% to 50%, respectively), independent metabolic
assessments would be needed to gauge the effects of these variables on heart rate and energy
consumption.
3. The revised lifting equation was not designed to assess tasks involving one-handed lifting,
lifting while seated or kneeling, or lifting in a constrained or restricted work space.3 The equation
also does not apply to lifting unstable loads, For purposes of applying the equations, an unstable
load would be defined as an object in which the location of the center of mass varies
significantly during the lifting activity, such as more containers of liquid or incompletely filled
bags, etc. The equation does not apply to lifting of wheelbarrows, shoveling, or high-speed
lifting.4 For such task conditions, independent and task specific biomechanical, metabolic, and
psychophysical assessments may be needed. For information on other assessment methods refer
to Eastman Kodak (1986), Ayoub and Mital (1989), Chaffin and Andersson (1991), or Snook
and Ciriellos (1991).
4. The revised lifting equation assumes that the worker/floor surface coupling provides at least a
0.4 (preferably 0.5) coefficient of static friction between the shoe sole and the working surface.
An adequate worker/floor surface coupling is necessary when lifting to provide a firm footing
and to control accidents and injuries resulting from foot slippage. A 0.4 to 0.5 coefficient of
static friction is comparable to the friction found between a smooth, dry floor and the sole of a
clean, dry leather work shoe (nonslip type). Independent biomechanical modeling may be used to
account for variations in the coefficient of friction,
5. The revised lifting equation assumes that lifting and lowering tasks have the same level of risk
for low back injuries (i.e. that lifting a box from a table to the floor). This assumption may not be
true if the worker actually drops the box rather than lowering it all the way to the destination.
Independent metabolic, biomechanical, or psychophysical assessments may be needed to assess
worker capacity for various lowering conditions. (See references provided above.)

In summary, the Revised NIOSH Lifting Equation does not apply if \f any of the following
occur.

* Lifting/lowering with one hand

* Lifting/lowering for over 8 hours
* Lifting/lowering while seated or kneeling
* Lifting/lowering in a restricted work space
* Lifting/lowering unstable objects
* Lifting/lowering while carrying, pushing or pulling
* Lifting/lowering with wheelbarrows or shovels
* Lifting/lowering with high speed motion (faster than about 30 inches/second)
* Lifting/lowering with unreasonable foot/floor coupling, (<0.4 coefficient of
friction between the sole and the floor)
* Lifting/lowering in an unfavorable environment (i.e., temperature significantly
outside 66-79oF (19-26oC) range; relative humidity outside 35-50% range)

For those lifting tasks in which the applications of the revised lifting equation is not appropriate,
a more comprehensive ergonomic evaluation may be needed to quantify the extent of other
physical stressors, such as prolonged or frequent non-neutral back postures or seated postures,
cyclic loading (whole body vibration), or unfavorable environmental factors (e.g., extreme heat,
cold, humidity, etc.).
Any of the above factors, alone or in combination with manual lifting, may exacerbate or initiate
the onset of low back pain.

2. The Equation and Its Function

The revised lifting equation for calculating the Recommended Weight Limit (RWL) is based on
a multiplicative model that provides a weighting for each of six task variables. The weightings
are expressed as coefficients that serve to decrease the load constant, which represents the
maximum recommended load weight to be lifted under ideal conditions. The RWL is defined by
the following equation:

RWL : LC X HM X VM X DM X AM X FM X CM
Where
METRIC U.S. CUSTOMARY
Load Constant LC 23 kg 51 lb
Horizontal Multiplier HM (25/H) (10/H)
Vertical Multiplier VM 1-(.003 V-75) 1-(.0075 V-30)
Distance Multiplier DM .82 + (4.5/D) .82 + (1.8/D)
Asymmetric Multiplier AM 1-(.0032A) 1-(.0032A)
Frequency Multiplier FM From Table 5 From Table 5
Coupling Multiplier CM From Table 7 From Table 7

The term task variables refers to the measurable task descriptors (i.e., H, V, D, A, F, and C);
whereas, the term multipliers refers to reduction coefficients in the equation (i.e., HM, VM, DM,
AM, FM, and CM).

Each multiplier should be computed from the appropriate formula, but in some cases it will be
necessary to use linear interpolation to determine the value of a multiplier, especially when the
value of a variable is not directly Available from a table. For example, when the measured
frequency is not a whole number, the appropriate multiplier must be interpolated between the
frequency values in the table for the two values that are closest to the actual frequency.

3.1 Horizontal Component

3.1.1 Definition and Measurement

Horizontal Location (H) is measured from the mid-point of the line joining the inner
ankle bones to a point projected on the floor directly below the mid-point of the hand grasps (i.e.,
load center), as defined by the large middle knuckle of the hand (Figure 1). Typically, the
worker's feet are not aligned with the mid-sagittal plane, as shown in Figure l, but may be rotated
inward or outward. If this is the case, then the mid-satittal plane is defined by the worker's
neutral body posture as defined above.

If significant control is required at the destination (i.e., precision placement), then H

should be measured at both the origin and destination of the lift.

Horizontal Location (H) should be measured. In those situations where the H value can
not be measured, then H may be approximated from the following equations:
Metric [All distances in cm] U.S. Customary [All distances in inches]
H = 20 + W/2 for V > 25 cm H = 8 + W/2 for 10 inches
H = 25 + W/2 for V < 25 cm H = 10 + W/2 for V<10 inches
Where: W is the width of the container in the sagittal plane and V is the vertical location of the
hands from the floor.

3.1 .2 Horizontal Restrictions

If the horizontal distance is less than 10inches (25 cm), then H is set to 10 inches (25 cm).
Although objects can be carried or held closer than l0 inches from the ankles, most objects that
are closer than this cannot be lifted without encountering interference from the abdomen or hyper
extending the shoulders. While 25 inches (63cm) was chosen as the maximum value for H, it is
probably too large for shorter workers, particularly when lifting asymmetrically. Furthermore
objects at a distance of more than 25 inches from the ankles normally cannot be lifted vertically
without some loss of balance.

3.1.3 Horizontal Multiplier

The Horizontal Multiplier (HM) is l0/H, for H measured in inches, and HM is 25/H, for H
measured in centimeters. If H is less than or equal to 10 inches (25 cm), then the multiplier is
1.0, HM decreases with an increase in H value. The multiplier for H is reduced to 0.4 when H is
25 inches (63 cm). If H is greater than 25 inches, then HM = 0. The HM value can be computed
directly or determined from Table l.

Table I
Horizontal Multiplier

H HM H HM
in cm
 10 1.00  25 1.00
11 .91 28 .89
12 .83 30 .83
13 .77 32 .78
14 .71 34 .74
15 .67 36 .69
16 .63 38 .66
17 .59 40 .63
18 .56 42 .60
19 .53 44 .57
20 .50 46 .54
21 .48 48 .52
22 .46 50 .50
23 .44 52 .48
24 .42 54 .46
25 .40 56 .45
 >25 .00 58 .43
60 .42
63 .40
>63 .00

3.2 Vertical Component

3.2.1 Definition and Measurement

Vertical Location (V) is defined as the vertical height of the hands above the floor. V is
measured vertically from the floor to the mid-point between the hand grasps, as defined by the
large middle knuckle. The coordinate system is illustrated in Figure 1 ( page 7).

3.2.2 Vertical Restrictions

The vertical location (v) is limited by the floor surface and the upper limit of vertical reach for
lifting {i.e.,70 inches or 175 cm). The vertical location should be measured at the origin and the
destination of the lift to determine the travel distance (D).

3.2.3 vertical Multiplier

To determine the vertical Multiplier (VM), the absolute value or deviation of v from an optimum
height of 30 inches (75cm) is calculated. A height of 20 inches above floor revel is considered
“knuckle height” (66 inches or 165 cm). The Vertical Multiplier (VM) is {1-.0075*(V-30)} for
V measured in inches, and VM is {1-.003*( V-75)}, for measured in centimeters.

When v is at.3-0 inches (75 cm), the vertical multiplier (VM) is- 1.0. The value of VM decreases
linearly with an increase or decrease in height from the position. At floor level, VM is 0.78, and
at 70 inches (175 cm) height VM is 0.7. If V is greater than 70 inches, then VM= 0. The VM
value can be computed directly or determined from Table 2.
Table 2
Vertical Multiplier
V VM V VM
in cm
0 .78 0 .78
5 .81 10 .81
10 .85 20 .84
15 .89 30 .87
20 .93 40 .90
25 .96 50 .93
30 1.00 60 .96
35 .96 70 .99
40 .93 80 .99
 45 .89 90 .96
50 .85 100 .93
55 .81 110 .90
60 .78 120 .87
65 .74 130 .84
70 .70 140 .81
>70 .00 150 .78
160 .75
170 .72
175 .70
>175 .00

3.3 Distance Component

3.3.1 Definition and Measurement

The vertical Travel Distance variable (D) is defined as the vertical travel distance of the hands
between the origin and destination of the lift. For lifting, D can be computed by subtracting the
vertical location (V) at the origin of the lift from the corresponding V at the destination of the lift
(i.e., D is equal to V at the destination minus V at the origin). For a lowering task, D is equal to
V at the origin minus V at the destination.

3.3.2 Distance Restrictions

The variable (D) is assumed to be at least 10 inches (25 cm), and no greater than 70 inches [75
cm]. If the vertical travel distance is less than 10 inches (25 cm), then D should be set to the
minimum distance of l0 inches (25 cm).

3.3.3 Distance Multiplier

The Distance Multiplier (DM) is (.82 + (1.8/D)) for D measured in inches, and DM is (.82 +
(4.5/D)) for D measured in centimeters. For D less than 10 inches (25 cm) D is assumed to be l0
inches (25 cm), and DM is 1.0. The Distance Multiplier, therefore, decreases gradually with an
increase in travel distance. The DM is 1.0 when D is set at 10 inches, (25 cm); DM is 0.85 when
D = 70 inches (175 cm). Thus, DM ranges from 1.0 to 0.85 ad the D varies from 0 inches (0 cm)
to 70 inches (175 cm). The DM value can be computed directly or determined from Table 3.

3.4 Asymmetry Component

3.4.1 Definition and Measurement
Asymmetry refers to a lift that begins or ends outside the mid-sagittal plane as shown in Figure 2
on page 8. In general, asymmetric lifting should be avoided. If asymmetric lifting cannot be
avoided, however, the recommended weight limits are significantly less than those limits used
for symmetrical lifting.5

Table 3
Distance Multiplier
D DM DM DM
in cm
10 1.00 25 1.00
15 .94 40 .93
20 .91 55 .90
25 .89 70 .88
30 .88 85 .87
35 .87 100 .87
40 .87 115 .86
45 .86 130 .86
50 .86 145 .85
55 .85 160 .85
60 .85 175 .85
70 .85 >175 .00
>70 .00
An asymmetric lift may be required under the following task or workplace conditions:

1.The origin and destination of the lift are oriented at an angle to each another.
4 The lifting motion is across the body, such as occurs in swinging bags or boxes from one
location to another.
5 The lifting is done to maintain body balance in obstructed workplaces, on rough terrain, or on
littered floors.
6 Productivity standards require reduced time per lift.

The asymmetric angle (A), which is depicted graphically in Figure 2, is operationally

defined as the angle between the asymmetry the and the mid-sagittal line. The asymmetry line is
defined as horizontal line that join the midpoint between the inner ankle bones and the point
projected on the floor directly below the midpoint of the hand grasps, as defined by the large
middle knuckle.

The sagittal line is defined as the line passing through the mid-point between the inner
ankle bones and lying in the mid-sagittal plane, as defined by the neutral body position (i.e.,
hands directly in front of the body, with no twisting at the legs, torso, or shoulders). Note: The
asymmetry angle is not defined by foot position or the angle of torso twist, but by the location of
the load relative to the worker’s mid-sagittal plane.

In many cases of asymmetric lifting, the worker will pivot or use a step turn to complete
the lift. Since this may vary significantly between workers and between lifts, we have assumed
that no pivoting or stepping occurs. Although this assumption may overestimate the reduction in
acceptable load weight, it will provide the greatest protection for the worker.

The asymmetry angle (A) must always be measured at the origin of the lift. If significant
control is required at the destination, however, then angle A should be measured at both the
origin and the destination of the lift.

3.4.2 Asymmetry Restrictions

The angle A is limited to the range from 00 to 1350 . If A> 1350 , then AM is set equal to
zero, which results in a RWL of zero, or no load.

3.4.3 Asymmetric Multiplier

The Asymmetric Multiplier (AM) is 1-(.00324). The AM has a maximum value of 1.0
when the load is lifted directly in front of the body. The AM decreases linearly as the angle of
asymmetry (A) increases. The range is from a value of 0.57 at 1350 of asymmetry to a value of
1.0 at 00 of asymmetry (i.e., symmetric lift).
 If A is greater than 1350 , then AM: 0, and the load is zero. The AM value can be
computed directly or determined from Table 4.

Table 4
Asymmetric Multiplier
A AM
deg
0 1.00
15 .95
30 .90
45 .86
60 .81
75 .76
90 .71
105 .66
120 .62
135 .57
>135 .00

3.5 Frequency Component

3.5.1 Definition and Measurement

The frequency multiplier is defined by (a) the number of lifts per minute (frequency), (b)
the amount of time engaged in the lifting activity (duration), and (c) the vertical height of the lift
from the floor. Lifting frequency (F) refers to the average number of lifts made per minute, as
measured over a 15-minute period. Because of the potential variation in work patterns, analysis
may have difficulty obtaining an accurate or representative 15-minute work sample for
computing the lifting frequency (F). If significant variation exists in the frequency of lifting over
the course of the day, analyst should employ standard work sampling techniques to obtain a
representative work sample for determining the number of lifts per minute. For those jobs where
the frequency varies from session to session, each session should be analyzed separately, but the
overall work pattern must still be considered. For more information, most standard industrial
engineering or ergonomics texts provide guidance for establishing a representative job sampling
strategy (e.g., Eastman Kodak Company, 1986).

3.5.2 Lifting Duration

Lifting duration is classified into three categories-short-duration moderate-duration and
long-duration. These categories are based on the pattern of continuous work-time and recovery-
time (i.e., light work) periods. A continuous work-time period is defined as a period of
uninterrupted work. Recovery-time is defined as the duration of light work activity following a
period of continuous lifting. Examples of light work include activities such as sitting at a desk or
table, monitoring operations, light assembly work, etc.

1. Short-duration defines lifting tasks that have a work duration of one hour of less, followed by
a recovery time equal to 1.2 times the work time [i.e., at least a 1.2 recover-time to work-time
ratio (RT/WT)].

For example, to be classified as short-duration, a 45-minute lifting job must be followed by at

least a 54-minute recovery period prior to initiating a subsequent lifting session. If the required
recovery time is not met for a job of one hour or less, and subsequent lifting session is required,
then the total lifting time must be combined to correctly determine the duration category.
Moreover, if the recovery period does not meet the time requirement, it is disregarded for
purposes of determining the appropriate duration category.
As another example, assume a worker lifts continuously for 30 minutes, then performs a light
work task for 10 minutes, and then lifts for an additional 45-minute period. In this case, the
recovery time between lifting sessions (10 minutes) is less than 1.2 times the initial 30-minute
work time (36 minutes). Thus, the two work times (30 minutes and 45 minutes) must be added
together to determine the duration. Since the total work time ( 75 minutes) exceeds 1 hour, the
job is classified as moderate-duration. On the other hand, if the recovery period between lifting
sessions was increased to 36 minutes, then the short-duration category would apply, which
would result in a larger FM value.

2. Moderate-duration defines lifting tasks that have a duration of more than one hour, but
not more than two hours, followed by recovery period of at least 0.3 times the work time [i.e., at
least a 0.3 recovery time to work-time ratio (RT/WT)].

For example, if a worker continuously lifts for 2 hours, then a recovery period of at least 36
minutes would be required before initiating a subsequent lifting session. If the recovery time
requirement is not met, and a subsequent lifting session is required, then the total work time must
be added together. If the total works time exceeds 2 hours, then the job must be classified as a
long-duration lifting task.

3. Long-duration defines lifting tasks that have a duration of between two and eight hours, with
standard industrial rest allowances (e.g., morning, lunch, and afternoon rest breaks).

Note : No weight limits are provided more than eight hours of work.

The difference in the required RT/WT ratio for the short-duration category (less than 1
hour), which is 1.2, and the moderate-duration category (1-2 hours), which is 3, is due to the
difference in the magnitudes of the frequency multiplier values associated with each of the
duration categories. Since the moderate-duration category results in larger reductions in the
RWL than the short-duration category, there is less need for a recovery period between sessions
than for the short duration category. In other words, the short duration category would result in
higher weight limits than the moderate duration category, so larger recovery periods would be
needed.

3.5.3 Frequency Restrictions

Lifting frequency (F) for repetitive lifting may range from 0.2 lifts/min to a maximum
frequency that is dependent on the vertical location of the object (V) and the duration of lifting
(Table 5). Lifting above the maximum frequency results in a RWL of 0.0. (Except for the special
case of discontinuous lifting discussed above, where the maximum frequency is 15 lifts/minute.)
3.5.4 Frequency Multiplier
The FM value depends upon the average number of lifts/min (F), the vertical location (V)
of the hands at the origin, and the duration of continuous lifting. For lifting tasks with a
frequency less than 2 lifts per minute, set the frequency equal to 2 lifts/minute. For infrequent
lifting (i.e., F > 1 lift/minute), however, the recovery period will usually be sufficient to use the
1-hour duration category. The FM value is determined from Table 5.

Table 5
Frequency Multiplier Table (FM)
Frequency
Lifts/min Work Duration
(F)
 1 Hour 1 but  2 Hours 2 but  8 Hours
V < 30 t V  30 V< 30 V  30 V< 30 V  30
 0.2 1.00 1.00 .95 .95 85 .85
0.5 .97 .97 .92 .92 81 .81
1 .94 .94 .88 .88 75 .75
2 .91 .91 .84 .84 65 .65
3 .88 .88 .79 .79 55 .55
4 .84 .84 .72 .72 45 .45
5 .80 .80 .60 .60 35 .35
6 .75 .75 .50 .50 27 .27
7 .70 .70 .42 .42 22 .22
8 .60 .60 .35 .35 18 .18
9 .52 .52 .30 .30 00 .15
10 .45 .45 .26 .26 00 .13
11 .41 .41 .00 .23 00 .00
12 .37 .37 .00 .21 00 .00
 13 .00 .34 .00 .00 00 .00
14 .00 .31 .00 .00 00 .00
15 .00 .28 .00 .00 00 .00
>15 .00 .00 .00 .00 00 .00

Va1lues of V are in inches For lifting less frequently than once per 5 minutes, set F =0. 2
lifts/minute.

3.5.5 Special Frequency Adjustment Procedure

A special procedure has been developed for determining the appropriate lifting
frequency(F) for certain repetitive lifting tasks in which workers do not lift continuously during
the 15 minute sampling period. This occurs when the work pattern is such that the worker lifts
repetitively for a short time and then performs light work for a short time before starting another
cycle, As long as the actual lifting frequency does not exceed 15 lifts per minute, the lifting
frequency (F) may be determined for tasks such as this as follows:

1. Compute the total number of lifts performed for the 15 minute period (i.e., lift rate times work
time).
2. Divide the total number of lifts by 15.
3. Use the resulting value as the frequency (F) to determine the frequency multiplier (FM) from
Table 5.,
For example, if the work pattern for a job consists of a series of cyclic sessions requiring 8
minutes of lifting followed by 7 minutes of light work, and the lifting rate during the work
sessions is l0 lifts per minute, then the frequency rate (F) that is used to determine the frequency
multiplier for this job is equal to (10 x 8)/15 or 5.33 lifts/minute. If the worker lifted
continuously for more than 15 minutes, however, then the actual lifting frequency (10 lifts per
minutes) would be used.
When using this special procedure, the duration category is based on the magnitude of the
recovery periods between work sessions, not within work sessions. In other words, if the work
pattern is intermittent and the special procedure applies, then the intermittent recovery periods
for purposes of determining the duration category. For example, if the work pattern for a manual
lifting at a rate of 10 lifts/minute, followed by 2 minutes of recovery, the correct procedure
would be to adjust the frequency according to the special procedure [i.e., F = (10 lifts/minute X 5
minutes)/ 15 minutes = 50/15 = 3.4 lifts/minute/]. the 2 minute recovery periods would not count
towards the WT/RT ratio, however, and additional recovery periods would have to be provided
as described above.
3.6 Coupling Component

3.6.1 Definition & Measurement

The nature of the hand to object coupling or gripping method can affect not only the
maximum force a worker can or must exert on the object, but also the vertical location of the
hands during the lift. A good coupling will reduce the maximum grasp forces required and
increase the acceptable weight for lifting, while a poor coupling will generally require higher
maximum grasp forces and decrease the acceptable weight for lifting.
The effectiveness of the coupling is not static, but may vary with the distance of the object, from
the ground, so that a good coupling could become a poor coupling during a single lift. The entire
range of the lift should be considered when classifying hand-to-object couplings with
classification based pm overall effectiveness. The analyst must classify the coupling as good,
fair, or poor. The classifying a particular coupling design, the more stressful classification should
be selected.
Table 6
Hand-to-Container Coupling Classification

1. For Containers of optimal 1. For containers of optimal 1. Containers of less than

design, such as some boxes, design, a “Fair” hand-to- optimal design or irregular
crates, etc., a “Good” hand-to- object coupling would be objects that are bulky, hard to
object coupling would be defined as handles or hand- handle, or have sharp edges
defined as handles or hand- hold cut-outs of less than [see note 5 below.]
hold cut-outs of optimal optimal design [see notes 1 to
design [see notes 1 to 3 below] 4 below.]

2. For loose parts or irregular 2. For containers of optimal 2. Lifting non-rigid bags (i.e.,
objects, which are not usually design with no handles or bags that sag in the middle).
containerized, such as hand-hold cut-outs or for
castings, stock, and supply loose parts or irregular
materials, a “Good” hand-to- objects, a “Fair” hand-to-
object coupling would be object coupling is defined as a
defined as a comfortable grip grip in which the hand can be
in which the hand can be fixed about 90 degrees [see
easily wrapped around the note 4 below.]
object [see not 6 below.]
1. An optimal handle design has .75 - 1.5 inches (1.9 to 3.8 cm) diameter, > 4.5 inches (11.5
cm) length, 2 inches (5 cm) clearance, cylindrical shape, and a smooth, non-slip surface.

2. An optimal hand-hold cut-out has the following approximate characteristics:  1.5 inch
(3.8 cm) height, 4.5 inch (11.5 cm) length, semi-oval shape,  2 inch (5 cm) clearance, smooth
non-slip surface, and  0.25 inches (0.60 cm) container thickness (e.g., double thickness
cardboard)

3. An optimal container design has  16 inches (40 cm) frontal length,  12 inches (30 cm)
height, and a smooth non-slip surface.

4. A worker should be capable of clamping the fingers at nearly 900 under the container,
such as required when lifting a cardboard box from the floor.

5. A container is considered less than optimal if it has a frontal length > l6 inches (40 cm),
height > 12 inches ( 30 cm), rough or slippery surfaces, sharp edges, asymmetric center of mass,
unstable considered bulky if the load cannot easily be balances between the hand-grasps.

6. A worker should be able to comfortably wrap the hand around the object without causing
excessive wrist deviations or awkward postures, and the grip should not require excessive force.

3.6.2 Coupling Multiplier 3

Based on the coupling classification and vertical location of the lift, the Coupling Multiplier
(CM) is determined from Table 7.

Table 7
Coupling Multiplier
Coupling Type Coupling Multiplier
V < 30 inches (75 cm) V  30 inches (75 cm)
Good 1.00 1.00
Fair 0.95 1.00
Poor 0.90 0.90
Example

10

Other Items
* feet remain fixed
* 1 lift/4 hrs
* 8 hour shift
* very firm grip
* no twist motion
Job analysis Worksheet
Department................................................... Job Description.........................................
Job Title........................................................ .................................................................
Analyst’s Name............................................ .................................................................
Date............................................................... ..................................................................
Step 1. Measure and Record Task Variables
Object Hand Location Vert. Angle Freq Time Object
Weight Origin Dest. Dist. Origin Dest. Lifts/min HRS Coupling
Avg Max H V H V D A A F C
20 20 53 38 63 160 122 0 0 0.2 8 Good

Horizontal Total Minimum

Body-to-Hand Vertical NIOSH
Distance (feet Lift Value
are locked in = Dest. – Origin Reportable
place) = 160 cm – 38 cm
= 53 cm + 10 cm = 122 cm
= 63 cm

Step 2. Determine Multipliers and Compute RWL

RWL = LC x HM x VM x DM x AM x FM x CM
Origin RWL = 23 x 0.47 x0.889 x 0.856 x 1 x 0.85 x 1 = 7.02kg
Destination RWL = 23 x 0.4 x 0.745x 0.856 x 1 x 0.85 x 1 =4.99 kg

Origin of Lift
LC = 23 kg = fixed factor
HM = 25/H = 25/53 = 0.47
VM = 1-0.003( V-75) = 1-0.003( 38-75) = 0.889
DM = 0.82 + (4.5/D) = 0.82 + (4.5/122) = 0.856
AM = 1 - 0.0032A = 1 - 0.0032(0) = 1
FM : 0.85 (since l lift/4 hrs = 0.004 lifts/min = approx. 0 on graph)
CM : 1.0, (since V = 75 cm and "good" grip)

Destination of Lift
LC = 23 kg = fixed factor
HM = 25/H = 25/63 = 0.4
VM = 1 - 0.003( V-75) = 1 - 0.003 (160 - 75) = 0.889
DM = 0.82 + (4.5/D) = 0.82 + (4.5/122)= 0.856
FM = 0.85 (since 1lift/4 hrs = 0.004 lifts/min = approx.0 on graph)
CM = 1.0, (since V = 75 cm and "good" grip

Step 3. Compute the Lifting index

Origin Lifting Index = Weight / RWL = 20/7.02 = 2.85
Destination Lifting Index : Weight / RWL. = 20/4.99 = 4

Conclusion
* Origin: the start of the lift is acceptable and safe since L1 < 3
* Destination : the end of the lift is dangerous since L1> 3. The "stress level" is LI : 4, the larger
of the values. This could be the point where serious low back injury will occur. The task setup
must be changed at the destination, or increased job screening, medical monitoring, and training
must be introduced.
Problem 1

Task
Moving trays from
conveyor belt and
putting them on
the cart
Other Items
* 10 kg trays
* 1 lift/min
* 4 hour shift
* feet are fixed ,
* “fair” grip
* upper body twist
motion at START
* tray placed
straight down
onto cart at END

Problem 2

Task
Moving boxes from
conveyor belt &
placing them onto
a cart
60 cm 60 cm
Other Items
* 15 kg boxes
* 3 lifts/min
* 3 hour shift
* feet are fixed
* “pool'” grip
* upper body twist
motion at START
* boxes placed
straight down onto
cart at END
 Job analysis Worksheet
Department................................................... Job Description.........................................
Job Title........................................................ .................................................................
Analyst’s Name............................................ .................................................................
Date............................................................... ..................................................................
Measure and Record Task Variables
Object Hand Location Vert. Angle Freq Time Object
Weight Origin Dest. Dist. Origin Dest. Lifts/min HRS Coupling
Avg Max H V H V D A A F C
 Experiment No: 5

Experiment Name: Design of workstation by Applying Ergonomic Principles

Introduction:

Ergonomic considerations in workspace design helps to achieve a "transparent' interface

between the user and the task that users are not distracted by the equipment they are using,
Distraction may be due to discomfort (e.g., numbness in the buttocks)or to workstation usability
problem.

The reduction of postural stress is fundamental to workstation design in ergonomics. A

multifaceted approach is needed to arrive at appropriate workstation designs for different
workers. The requirements of tasks and the characteristics of users need to be considered in
relation to the options of workstation design.

Objective:

The objective of this experiment is to design a workstation using ergonomic principles.

Methodology:

1. Take the relevant anthropometric measurements of the user.

2. Design the assigned workstation using ergonomic principles (with the help of anthropometric
data)

Ergonomic principles for workstation design:

Ergonomic Design Consideration:

 Product/ Equipment
 Job aids
 User selection
 Training of user

Follow the 14 guidelines given below for designing ergonomic workstation:

Guideline 1:
Avoid Static Loads and Fixed Work Postures:

 Static load increases systolic and diastolic blood pressure,

 Metabolic wastes accumulate in the muscles
 Consider increasing recovery time,

Standing:
 Shoes affect center of gravity and forward bending moment,
 Have hips parallel to the floor,
 Provide bar rail to vary work posture.
 Hard floors cause standing fatigue and increase heart rate,

Falls
 Slips and falls are a major cause of unintentional injury deaths and have annual direct
cost/capita of $50-400.

Causes of falls:
- Slips: unexpected horizontal foot movement
- Trips: restriction of foot movement
- Stepping-on-air: unexpected vertical foot movement

Solutions for fall:

* Prevent the fall:
-Use well-designed ladders, scaffolds, and ramps properly.
- Provide safe steps.
-Use the three-contact rule.
-Provide good friction and reduce lubricants.
* Reduce the consequences of the fall:
- Interrupt the fall.
- Soften the impact.

Head Weight
* The head weighs about the same as a bowling ball.
* Keep the line of sight below the horizontal.
* Maintain forward head tilt of 100-150°
* Avoid backward and sideward tilts.

Hands/Arms
* An arm weighs about 4.4 kg.
 * Avoid using the hand to hold up a tool or work piece,
*Avoid working with elevated hands,
* Support the arms on the work surface or chair arms.
* Consider using magnification.

Guideline 2
Reduce Musculoskeletal Disorders
* Set the work height at 50 mm below the elbow.
* Don't bend your wrist.
* Don't lift your elbow.
* Don't reach behind your back.
* Fallow guidelines for hand and arm motions.

Guideline 3
Set the Work Height at 50 mm below the Elbow
* Work height is defined in terms of elbow height.
* Optimum height is slightly below the elbow.
* Optimum height from the elbow is the same for sitting and standing
* Work height is not table height.

Solutions for Work Height

* Change machine height.
* Adjust elbow height.
* Adjust work height on machine.

Multiple-level tables permit easy work height adjustment. In the top view, parts with the same
thickness can be processed by different people using different portions of the table. In the lower
view. The same person can process parts with different thicknesses using different portions o
the table.
 Fig: Multiple Level Tables

VDT Workstations:
* Key items : screen, keyboard, document, eyes, hands
* Workstation furniture must be adjustable.
* Locate the primary visual element first: ahead of the eye, perpendicular to the line of
sight.
* Train the operation in adjusting the equipment.
* Provide a wrist rest.

Guideline 4:
Furnish Every Employee with an
Adjustable Chair
* The cost of an adjustable chair is very low compared to labor cost.
* Allow users to try chairs in their specific jobs.
* Buy chairs that are easily adjustable.
* Train people in proper adjustment.
Chair Design:
* Seats
- seat height from
floor
- seat length
- seat width
- seat slope
- seat shape
Recommended dimensions for office chairs (Chaffin eta!., 1999). Dimensions are in cm,
angles in degrees.
BRITIS
H STD. EUROPE DIFFERE DANERO GRAND GERMA SWEDIS
FEATURE (BS AN NT ET & JEAN N STD. H
3079& (CEN) AL. ZELNI (DEN) STD.
Seat K (SS)
Height 3893)
43-51 39-54 35-52 36-51 38-53 42-54 39-51
Width 4 40 4 43-48 40-45 40-45 42
Length
(breadth) 36-41
1 38-47 33-41
1 39-41 38-42 38-42 38-43
Skyic
(depth)angle 0-5 0-5 0-5 0-5 4-6 0-4 0-4
Backtest
Top height 3 48-50 32
Botttom 20
3
Center
height height 17-26 23-25 19-25 30 17-23 17-22
Height 10 15-23 10-20 22 22
Width 30-36 36-40 33 25 32-36 36-40 36-40
Horizon
(breadth)
tal 31-46 40mm 31-46 40-50 40-70 40-60
Vertical
radius convex
Backrest
radios seal
angle 95-105 35-100 95-105
Armtest
Length 22 20 15-21 20-28 20
Width 4 4 6-9 . 4
(breadth)
Height 16-23 21-25 18-25 20-25 21-25 21-25
Intearm rest 47-56 46-50 48-56 46-51 48-50 46
*Backrests
-position of backrest
- molded chair back position & curvature
*Armrests
* Legs/pedestals
- clearance of feet and calves under chair

Guideline 5
Use the Feet as Well as the Hands
* The leg is slower and less dexterous than the hands.
* The legs can provide 3 times the power of the arms.
* Use pedals for power and control.
Guideline 6
Use Gravity; Don't oppose it
* Make movements horizontal or downward; avoid lifting.
* Consider using the weight of the body to increase mechanical force.
*Use gravity to move material to the work.
*Use gravity as a fixture.
* Use gravity in feeding and disposal.

Guideline 7
Conserve Momentum
* Avoid unnecessary acceleration and deceleration.
* Use circular motion for stirring and polishing.
*Follow through in disposal motions.
* Eliminate grasping motions by providing lips, rolled edges, and holes.
Avoid transporting weight in the hand,

Guideline 8
Use 2-Hand Motions Rather Than 1-Hand Motions·
* Cranking with 2 arms is 25% more efficient than with one.
*Using 2 hands is more productive despite taking more time and effort
* Don't use the hand as a fixture.

Guideline 9
Use Parallel Motions for Eye Control of 2-Hand Motions
* Minimize the degree of spread rather than worry about symmetry.
* Estimate the cost of eye control with predetermined time systems.

Fig: Parallel vs Symmetrical motions

Guideline 10
Use Rowing Motions for 2-Hand Motions
* Alternation causes movement of the shoulder and twisting of the torso.
* Alternation causes higher heart rate.
* Rowing motions are more efficient and provide greater power

Guideline 11
Pivot Motions about the Elbow
*Motion time is minimized with motion about the elbow.
*Cross-body movements are more accurate than those about the elbow.
*Physiological cost is lower for movements about the elbow.

Guideline 12
Use the Preferred Hand
*The dominant hand is:
- 10% faster for reach-type motions
- More accurate than the non-dominant
- More exposed to cumulative trauma
- 5% to 10% stronger
*Work should arrive from the operator's preferred side and leave from the no preferred side.

Guideline 13
Keep Arm Motions in the Normal Work Area
*Avoid long benches.
*Use swingarms and lazy Susans.
* For high use, keep it close.
*Remember the arm pivots on the shoulder, not the nose.
* The shoulder is very sensitive to small changes in workplace layout.
 Fig: Windshield Wiper" pattern

Guideline 14
Let the Small Person Reach; Let the Large Person Fit
* Design so most of the user population can use the design.
* Jobs must be designed for both sexes.
* Multipurpose use of equipment functions is becoming more common.
* Civilian industrial population data are not the same as military data.
* International populations be a consideration.
* The proportion to exclude depends on the seriousness of designing people
out and the cost of including more people.

Ways to Exclude Few

* One size fits all
* Multiple sizes
* Adjustability
 Assigned Workstations

Group 1: A call center operator

Group 2: A student’s workstation

Group 3: An office workstation

Group 4: Private car driver’s seat

Group 5: Doctor’s chamber

Group 6: Wall painter’s workstation

Group 7: Watch mechanic’s workstation

Group 8: Cobbler’s workstation

 Experiment No: 6
Experiment Name: Preperation of Hazard Evaluation Worksheet (task based)
for a Workstation

Introduction:
A hazard analysis is one of the most important elements of the safety management program. A hazard
analysis is an organized and systematic effort to identify and analyze the significance of potential hazards
in work place. This analysis provides information that will assist employers and employees in making
decisions for improving safety and reducing the consequences of unwanted or unplanned hazardous
situation. The hazard analysis should focuses on equipment, instrumentation, utilities, human actions
(routine and no routine), and external factors that might impact the process. These considerations assist in
determining the hazards and potential failure points or failure modes in a process.

Objective:
Objective of this experiment is to identify hazards and evaluating risks in structured and systematic way
in order to prioritize decisions to reduce risks to a tolerable level.

Methodology:
1. Identify potential hazards in the workplace using the hazard evaluation checklist.
2. Evaluating risk by using risk calculator.
3. Decide corrective actions.
4. Preparing the task-based Hazard Evaluation Worksheet.

Theory:
Risk: Chance (Probabilty) of exposure to a hazard combined with the consequences of such exposure.
Hazard: Source or potential source.
Harm: Injury or damage to health, damage to environment, economic loss etc.
Risk: Probability of Exposure * Severity, i.e. F (likelihood* consequences)

Risk Matrix
Likely
B A
Probable A
Likelihood
Possible A
B
Improbable C
B
Remote C B

Minor Major Severe Fatal

Consequences (Severity)
Estimation/Measurement of Risks

Risk may be described in qualitative, semi-qualitativ or quantitative terms:

• Qualitative risk- no figures, judgement is used to estimate risk level

• Semi- quantitative risk- risks may be ranked on a sci·llgaiatlve scale or using .
• Quantitative risk - risk may be described sa frequency or probability in absolute terms.

The risk matrix gives a clear definition of risk. If it was estimated that the chance of the operator
exposed to explosion hazard is remote, but the exposure will result in a fatality, the matrix shows this risk
level as 'B '. ·

If on the other hand it was estimated that the chance of oil leaking out of a machine which would result in
a person slipping is likely. This is expected to result in minor injury which is ranked by the matrix also as
risk level 'B'. Therefore risk is not judged by the consequences alone.

Evaluation of Risks

One of the most important steps in risk assessment is to evaluate risks, which are to determine whether
the level of risk is tolerable - or unacceptably high and would warrant some urgent attention.

Evaluation 'of risks will depend on the method used for estimating the risk. Risk evaluation could be
carried out qualitatively, semi quantitative or quantitative.

• Qualitative risk- judgement is used , difficult to prioritize.

• Semi-quantitative risk - decide which area of the risk matrix.

• Quantitative risk - use the HSE criteria for tolerability of risk if a fatal accident can result
from exposure to the hazards.

The Risk Matrix can be a tool to estimate and evaluate risks on a semi guantitative basis. The criteria used
for risk evaluation is as follows:

• Risk level 'A' would be regarded as 'Intolerable'. Relevant activity cannot be justified on
any grounds.
• Risk level 'B' is a region of uncertainty. Risk assessment is needed to ensure that risks in this
region are As Low As Reasonably Practicable or 'ALARP'.

• Risk level 'C' is broadly tolerable. No further action is necessary.

The Risk Calculator

There arc several drawbacks with the criterion described so far for the estimation and evaluation of risks,
as they either focus attention on potential fatal accidents or they miss out a vital component in measuring
risk. Thi s is the proportion of time person( s) are exposed to the hazard.

One of the main differences between this risk calculator and other risk matrices, is that the calculator
takes into account the frequency and duration of exposure of hazards. The risk calculator is primarily
based on a Normogram introduced in the British Standard BS 5304: 1988 (machinery safety) .
·
The basic elements in calculating the order of magnitude of risk are:

• The chance which hazard is likely to occur ('probability level') -- this ranges from frequent or 1
in 10, to extremely remote, 1 in1 million. The probabilities are used to describe the Order of
magnitude of what is meant by probable, remote, ......etc.

• The frequency and duration of exposure to hazard -- this is measured on a scale ranging
form very rare or less than 1%, to continuous exposure 100% of the time.

• The consequences or potential severity of injury/damage, measured on a scale ranging

from category (I) minor loss/first aid, to category (VI) multiple fatalities/total loss ......etc.

By connecting th e appropriate points on each scale and using the tie line in ·the middle of the calculator,
it is possible to determine the level of risk involved. The risk leve l is divided into four general categories.

• High risk (A) - which indicates that the level of risk is unacceptable and cannot be justified on
any grounds.

• Moderate risk (B)- which indicates that the level of risk should be reduced to a level as
low as reasonably practicable 'ALARP', and

• Low risk (C) - which indicates that the level of risk is broadly acceptable and no further
precautions should be necessary.

Analysis of the Consequences

Consequences
I II III IV V VI
Personnel Insignificant minor major severe fatality Multi-
fatalities
Economic <£1000 <£10,000 <£100,000 <£1million <£1million Total loss

Environment minor Short term major severe widspread catastrophe

 Catagory Description Examples
I insignificant Bruising, light abrasion etc

II Minor ‘first aid’(normally reversible)

III Major Lossof consciousness, burns etc. (3 days

off
work
IV Severe Serious injury/damage to health
(norn1ally
reversible)
V Fatality Permanent disability, loss of sight,
amputation, respiratory damage etc (not
reversible)
VI Multi-fatalities To in: ude delayed effects, catastrophic

Risk Assessment Case Studies

Example of hazard identification and analysis work sheet (task based)

Machine /process/activity Hazard Analysis Study Sheet ……2…… of

Metal cleaning shop Reference …..5……
ACTIVITY Hazardous POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCE RISK CONTROL
TYPE Events CAUSES S LEVE MEASURES/ACTIO
Error/Failure L N REQUIRED
Filling Overfilling Operator does Increased toxic B Action: consider
cleaning tank not switch and flammable high level alarm
tank with pump off concentration and pump trip
Toluene Pump fails to Same as above A/B Action: same as
stop above as well as
(electrical emergency stop
fault)
Switch tank toluene Thermostat Major fire A Action: consider
heater ON overheated fails temperature
indicator and alarm
+ procedure
toluene not Thermocoupl Valves not B/C Same as above
heated e fails cleaned
Dipping Operator Loss of fatality A Action: review tank
metallic fails in tank ability height and consider
component mechanical
s inside handling
cleaning Too many Cut down Valves fall into B Action: review
tank valves put in cleaning time tank/upper limb basket design +
basket disorder consider
mechanical
handling
Tank topped Possible reaction B Action: remove
up with other chemical drums
chemical from the workplace
Toluene may Delivery of Possible high B/C Action: insure
be toluene level of benzene, supplier compile
contaminate already water, etc. with ISO
d contaminated 9000+sample
Lack of Explosion to B Action: introduce
maintenance high planned preventive
concentrations maintenance PPM
Tank may Impact by Same as above B Action: remove all
leak mobile sources of impact
equipment
 Experiment No: 7

Experiment Name: Determination of Light Level in different workplaces

Introduction:
The majority of industrial tasks depend for their effeciency on adequate vision, therefore lighting
plays an important part in determining the efficiency with which tasks are carried out. The
amount of light required for the performance of a visual task is influenced by four factors which
are independent. These are:

I. The size of the object

II. The contrast between the object and its immediate surround
III. The reflectivity of the immediate surround
IV. Time allowed for seeing.

The amount of which is required for the task cannot be determined until all these factors have
been established.

Objective: In this experiment, students have to determine the illumination level of a number of
workstations.. They are also required to critically analyze the findings and comment for
improvements (if any).

Apparatus:
1. Light Meter

Procedure:
1. Measure the light intensity of the workplace assigned.
2. Identify whether existing lighting system is adequate or not for the specific workplace.
3. Comment for improvements (if any).
Light Meter:
The instrument is easy to use with pocket size and light weight, providing accurate display light
level in terms of Foot Candles (FC) or LUX over wide range.

5
5
4

Fig: Light Meter

1. LCD Display
2. Power / function/ range switch: Turn power ON/ OFF and select measurement function and
ranges.
3. Photo Detector
4. Max Hold: To hold maximum reading.
5. Data Hold: To hold the reading.
6. Function button: Select measurement functions of Lux or Fc
 Operation:

1. Turn the power switch to select range to desired lux/fc range.

2. Hold the “Photo Detector” to light source in a horizontal position.
3. Read the illunination nominal from the LCD display.
4. To hold a measurement , press the “Hold” button, the reading will freeze in the display until
the button is pressed again.
5. If the input signal is too strong, the instrument will display one “1” only , then a hoigher
range should be selected.
6. For measurements made on the Lux 20000 or 50000 range, the displayed reading must be
multiplied by 10 and 100 respectively.

Table: Range Display Multiplier

Range Units Multiplier

200 Fc Direct reading
2,000 Fc & Lux Direct reading
20,000 Lux Reading * 10
50,000 Lux Reading * 100

Example: If a measurement on the 20,000 Lux range displays 500, then the actual measured
value is 500 * 10=5000
The table below is guidance for recommended light level in different work spaces:

Activity Illumination
(lux, lumen/m2)

Public areas with dark surroundings 20 - 50

Simple orientation for short visits 50 - 100

Working areas where visual tasks are only occasionally 100 - 150
performed

Warehouses, Homes, Theaters, Archives 150

Easy Office Work, Classes 250

Normal Office Work, PC Work, Study Library, Groceries, 500

Show Rooms, Laboratories

Supermarkets, Mechanical Workshops, Office Landscapes 750

Normal Drawing Work, Detailed Mechanical Workshops, 1,000

Operation Theatres

Detailed Drawing Work, Very Detailed Mechanical Works 1500 - 2000

Performance of visual tasks of low contrast and very small 2000 - 5000
size for prolonged periods of time

Performance of very prolonged and exacting visual tasks 5000 - 10000

Performance of very special visual tasks of extremely low 10000 - 20000

contrast and small size
 Assigned Workplaces

1. Machine Shop (Lathe, Milling)

2. Machine Shop (Drilling, Grinding)
3. Welding Shop
4. Measurement Lab
5. Drawing Lab
6. Computer Lab
7. Classroom
8. Departmental Office Room
9. Library
 Experiment No: 8

Experiment Name: Performing time study in workplace

Introduction:

Work measurement is concerned with determining the length of time it should take to complete
the job. Time standard provides an indication of expected output. It reflects the amount of time it
should take an average worker to do a given job working under typical condition. It is a study of
the operational steps or production procedure and the time consumed by them for the purpose of
devising methods of increasing efficiency or productivity of workers. This work-study aims at
improving the existing and proposed ways of doing work and establishing standard times for
work performance. Improving the ways in which the work is done (methods) improves
productivity, work study and industrial engineering techniques and training are the areas which
improve the work methods, which in term enhances the productivity.

Time study was formally introduced by Frederick Taylor in nineteenth century. It is the most
widely used method of work measurement; especially appropriate for short, repetitive tasks.

Objective: In this experiment, students have to determine standard work time for workers in
their assigned workplaces. They are also required to critically analyze the findings and comment
for further produtivity improvements (if any).

Apparatus:
1. Stop Watch

Procedure:

1. Obtain and record all the job information.

2. Define the task to be studied and inform the worker(s) who will be studied.

3. Break down the operation into elements.

4. Determine the number of cycles to be observed.

5. Check that the job is being performed efficiently before setting the time standard.

6. Measure the time of the each job element using stop watch.

7. Assess the effective working speed of the operator and rate the performance.

8. Determine the allowances to be made.

9. Compute the standard time.

10. Test and review standards wherever necessary.

Standard Time
Standard time is the amount of time a qualified worker should spend to complete a specified
task, working at sustainable rate, using given methods, tools and equipment, raw material and
workplace arrangement.

Time study is used to develop a time standard based on observations of one worker taken over a
number of cycles. However, it is very difficult to select the right person who should perform the
job. Hence, average of a few properly trained workers’ performed time are taken as the standard.
The standard time is then applied to the work of all others in the organization who perform the
same job.

Development of a time standard involves computation of 3 times:

I. Observed time (OT)

II. Normal time (NT)
III. Standard time (ST)

I. Observed Time (OT): Simply the average of the recorded times.

OT 
x i

n
 xi 
sum of recorded time

n = number of observations
 II. Normal Time (NT): It is the observed time adjusted for worker performance.

Computed by multiplying the observed time by a performance rating of the concerned worker.
NT  OT * PR
If ratings are made on an element-by-element basis,
NT   OTi * PRi 

OTi – average time for element i

PRi – performance rating for element i

Performance Rating : Assessing the effective speed of working of the operator relative to the
observer’s concept of the rate corresponding to standard rating.
Time studies should be made on a number of qualified workers; and that very fast or very slow
workers should be avoided.

III. Standard Time (ST): It is the normal time required for a job plus an allowance time.

ST  NT * AF

AF= Allowance factor

Allowances: Many jobs require spending of human effort and some allowance must therefore be
made for recovery from fatigue and for relaxation.
Allowance must be made to allow a worker for different delays:

 Personal – drink, restroom

 Unavoidable – machine adjustment
 Material shortage
 Worker fatigue (physical / mental)

Allowance can be based on

AF job 1  A
 Job time (allowance for total job produced)

1
AFday 
 Time worked (allowance for total work period) 1 A
Assignment:
1. A direct time study was taken on a manual work element. The regular cycle consisted of four
elements a, b, c and d.

Work element a b c d

Observed time 0.56 0.25 0.50 1.10

(min)
Performance 100% 80% 110% 100%
rating

Determine Standard time for the cycle, using allowance factor of 15%.

2. Find out the standard time using the following data:

Average time for machine elements = 6 min
Average time for manual elements = 4 min
Performance rating = 110%
Allowances = 10%

3. Assuming that the total observed time for an operation of assembling an electric switch is
1.00 min. If the rating is 120%, find normal time. If an allowance of 10% is allowed for the
operation, determine the standard time.

4. In attempt to increase productivity and reduce cost, a company is planning to install an incentive pay
plan in its manufacturing plant. In developing standards for one operation, time study analysts
observed a worker for a 30 minute period. During that time the worker completed 42 parts. The
analysts rated the worker as producing at 130 percent. The base wage rate for a worker is $5 per hour
and an incentive of $ 2 for each extra unit produced. The firm has established 15% as a fatigue and
personal time allowance.
i. What is the standard time for the task?
ii. If the worker produced 500 units during an eight hour day, what wages would be the worker
have earned?
 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)

IPE 3204: Material Handling and Maintenance Engineering Sessional

Credit Hour: 1.5

Objective:

To get familiar with different types of conveyor and product handling equipment. Designing concepts
of common handling and transfer equipment. Concept of maintenance plan and maintenance
management.

General Instructions:

1. Attend to the lab 5 minutes prior to the scheduled time and be prepared for the experiment.
2. Sessional grade will be calculated in the following way:

Total Marks: 100

Attendance Lab Reports Viva Quiz

10 40 20 30

3. Students must bring the necessary instruments, data sheet (for particular experiment), calculator,
graph papers (Cartesian, Semi-log, log-log).
4. Report should be submitted in the following week during the sessional time.
5. Write report on one side of an 80 gram A4 paper and follow the following format
a) Top sheet
b) Objective
c) Apparatus (including technical specification)
d) Figure/Experimental Setup
e) Data Sheets/Result
f) Sample calculation
g) Graph
h) Discussion
i) Discuss the graphs and results
ii) Discuss about the experimental setup if it could be improved
iii) Discuss the different parameters that could affect the result
iv) Discuss any assumption made
v) Discuss any discrepancies in the experimental procedure and result
vi) Discuss what you have learnt and the practical application of this knowledge
i) Finally, add the data sheet with the report.

Suggested Reading:
1. Conveyors and Related Equipment – A. Spivakovsky and V. Dyachkov
2. Material Handling – Siddharta Ray

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Name of the Experiments:
1. Study of angle of repose (static and dynamic) for different materials
2. Determination of bulk weight of different material
3. Determination of the capacity of a belt conveyor
4. Study of a bucket conveyor and determination of optimum capacity
5. Determination of the capacity of an apron conveyor
6. Determination of the capacity of a Screw conveyor and power loss
7. Study of layout plan of AUST central Machine shop
8. Study of the replacement plans of tube lights in AUST campus
9. Determination of power loss of the roller conveyor
10. Study the impact of angle change of roller conveyors

Equipment List

1. Screw Conveyor with hopper feeder

2. Belt Conveyor with speed control
3. Bucket Conveyor with speed control
4. Apron Conveyor
5. Roller Conveyor with angle adjustment
6. Weighing Scale (0~10 kg)
7. Stopwatch
8. Cylindrical pipe
9. Container
10. Different Types of Granular Materials (Wheat, Rice, Gram, Paddy, PVC Granules,
Lentils)

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Experiment No: 1
DETERMINATION OF ANGLE OF REPOSE (STATIC AND DYNAMIC) FOR
DIFFERENT MATERIALS

Objectives:
i. To determine the static and dynamic angle of repose for different bulk materials
ii. To study how long they vary at different working conditions, their implication on the
selection and design of material handling equipment

Theory:
Angle of Repose:
When a loose material (bulk load) unobstructedly spills on a horizontal plane, it assumes a slope. The
angle of the slope with the horizontal plane is called the angle of repose (φ).
The magnitude of the angle of repose depends on the mutual mobility of the particles. The larger
their mobility the smaller their angle.
The angle of repose may be static (φ) or dynamic (φdyn). Dynamic angle of repose is approximately
0.7 times the static angle of repose.
The static angle of repose can be determined with various simple devices, a hollow cylinder, for
example. The material is filled into the hollow cylinder and when the latter is carefully raised, the
material pour out and from a cone on the horizontal surface. The cone forms an angle with the surface
which is called static angle of repose. The angle is measured with angle gauge of different types. The
dynamic angle of repose is obtained when the horizontal supporting surface vibrates vertically.

φ φ φ φ

Figure 1.1: Natural slope

assumed by a free – flowing Figure 1.2: Determination of
material spilled on a horizontal angle of repose with a hollow
surface cylinder

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Determination of angle of repose:
Procedure:
To determine static angle of repose, the bulk material should be filled into a hollow cylinder and then
the cylinder should be raised carefully. The material would pour out and from a cone on the horizontal
surface. The angle of the generatrix of the cone is the static angle of repose.
To determine the dynamic angle of repose, vertical vibration on the surface should be given while
raising the hollow cylinder.
Determine the angle of repose by varying
i. Diameter and material of the cylinder
ii. Bulk material
iii. Type of the surface (such as floor table, cloth etc)

Data Sheet: (for determination of angle of repose)

Serial Surface Material Angle of Repose Radius of Expansion % of Static

No. Condition Static Dynamic Static Dynamic Angle

Questions:
1. What is the impact of angle of repose in conveying material?
2. Angle of repose changes with the mobility of the material, why?
3. How angle of repose can be changed for the same material?
4. Should we consider the coefficient of the bulk material on working surface in determining
angle of repose? If yes, why?

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Experiment No: 2
DETERMINATION OF BULK WEIGHT OF DIFFERENT MATERIAL

Objectives:
i. To determine the bulk weight of different bulk materials
ii. To study the impact of bulk weight in conveying materials

Theory:
Bulk or heaped weight γ is the weight of the material per unit of volume in bulk. It is usually measured
in tons per cubic meter (or kg per liter), sometimes in kg per cubic meter. The bulk weight of granular
and powdered materials is usually determined with a special device consisting of container of a
definite given volume; rod attached to the container and revolving frame secured on rod. The larger
the lump size of the material, the larger should be the volume of the container.

Figure 2.1: Bulk weight of material

Procedure:
i.Measure the weight of the empty container.
ii.Bulk material is poured into the container through the frame until the container is full.
iii.A turn of the frame removes excess material and leaves the container full to the rim.
iv. Then contained is weighted with bulk material.
v. The difference between the final weight and the initial container weight is the net weight of the
material.
vi. Divide the net weight of the material by the container volume is the bulk weight of that material.

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Data Sheet:
Radius of the container: _________________ m
Height of the container: _________________ m
Volume of the container: ________________ m3

Initial weight of the Final weight of the Net weight of the Bulk weight, γ
container (kg) container including material (kg) (kg/ m3)
bulk material (kg)

Questions:
1) What is the impact of moisture in bulk weight measurement?
2) Significance of bulk weight.
3) While designing a material handling system what type of bulk weight should be calculated? (γ or
γpacked)

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Experiment No: 3
DETERMINATION OF THE CAPACITY OF A BELT CONVEYOR

Objectives:
i. Study Different Parts of the Belt Conveyor
ii. To find the capacity of a belt conveyor (theoretical and actual)
iii. To find tensions at different points of the belt
iv. To calculate the required horsepower of the drive motor

Determination of theoretical capacity:

Cross sectional area of bulk load over the belt,
F1 = ½ bhC1 = ½ (0.8B) (0.5 b tanφ1) C1
= 0.16 B2C1tan (0.35 φ)

------------------------------------

h
φ
--------------

b
B
Capacity of the belt conveyor, Q theoretical = 3600 F1vγ tons/hour
Where, v =belt speed, m/sec
γ = bulk weight of material, tons/m3

ᵠ = static angle of repose

C1 = correction factor for possible spillage of the load on an inclined belt. (For horizontal belt
its value is taken as 1.)

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Determination of actual capacity:
Determination the actual capacity of the conveyor, Qactual by taking weight of the material at the
discharge end for a certain period of time (measured by stop watch)

Observation Weight of material Time (sec) Capacity, Qactual, Average value

discharged (kg) (tons/hr)
1
2
3
4
5

Determination of required Horse power of Motor:

4 Driven pulley
3

Steel slide way

1 2

Let the conveyor outline be divided into separate sections of the different resistance, neglecting the
resistance on the deflecting rollers; and number them from 1 to 4.
The tension S1 in point 1, where the belt leaves the driving pulley is assumed to be equal to Ss1.
 The tension in point 2,
S2 = S1 +W1,2= S1 + 0 = S1
[Where, W1,2 is the resistance on the section between point 1 & 2]
 The tension in point 3,
S3 = S2 +Wcurve = S2 + kS2= (1+k) S2 = KS2
[Where, the resistance Wcurve consists of the resistance set up by the stiffness of the
pulling member when it bends entering the curve and straightens out leaving it and of the
frictional resistance on the hub of the pulley or that of the shaft carrying the pulley. These
resistances are generally proportional to S2. The value of K lies between 1.05 and 1.07]

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  The tension in point 4,
S4 = S3 +W 3,4= S3 + (q+qb)Lμ1 =KS2+ (q+qb)Lμ1 = KS1 + (q+qb)Lμ1
[Where, q = weight of the load per meter of belt length, kg/m
qb = weight of the belt per meter of its length, kg/m
= 1.1B (δi+δ1+δ2)
{Assume, δ (thickness of one ply) = 1.25mm
δ1 (cover thickness on the loaded side) = 1.5 mm
δ2 (cover thickness on the return side) = 1.0 mm
i (number of plies) = 4}
L = length of the section between points 3 &4,
μ1 = belt friction factor on steel runway = 0.35 to 0.67]
 Now it is known from friction drive theory that there will be no belt slip on the pulley
when
St = S4≤Ssl x eμα≤ S1 x eμα
[α is the wrap angle of the belt on the driving pulley in radian, μ is the friction
factor between belt and pulley (= 0.3 for cast iron or steel pulley and dry
atmosphere and dusty)]
Or, KS1+ (q+qb) Lμ1 = S1 x eμα
Or, S1 = (q+qb) Lμ1/ (eμα – K)
 Thus, S2, S3, S4 can be found
 Now, the resistance on the driving pulley, Wdr = 0.05 (St + Ssl)
 The effective tension W0 = Sst – Ssl + Wdr
 The required motor power for the conveyor, N = (W0 x v)/102η Kilowatt [Assume v = 4m/sec]

Questions:
1. Why the tension differs from slack to tight side of the belt conveyor?
2. Can the resistance factor be changed of the “roller & belt” & “belt & pulley”? If yes, then
how?
3. Is it possible to have a value of µ=0.9 for the belt and slideway friction?
4. With net sketches classify belt conveyor according to the path of motion.
5. Briefly describe different types of drive arrangements used for belt conveyor.
6. What are the factors those influence the magnitude of the pull transmitted by the driving
pulley?
7. How can the magnitude of the pull be enhanced?

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Experiment No: 4
STUDY OF A BUCKET CONVEYOR AND DETERMINATION OF
OPTIMUM CAPACITY

Objectives:
i. To study different components and the operation of the bucket conveyor
ii. To determine both the theoretical and actual capacity
iii. To determine the optimum capacity

Theory:

Definition, descriptive specifications and use:

These are powered equipment for conveying bulk materials in a vertical or steep inclined path,
consisting of an endless belt, or chain/s to which metallic buckets are fixed. With the flexible
belt/chain, the buckets move unidirectionally within a casing and collects bulk materials at bottom
end of the equipment and delivers it at the top end.
A typical bucket elevator with different constructional parts is shown in Figure. The different major
parts constituting a bucket elevator are as follows:
(i) An endless pulling member- flat belt or chain.
(ii) Driving and take up pulleys or sprockets at top and bottom respectively, mounted on bearings
and blocks.
(iii) Metal casing covering the entire elevator. It consists of head at the top, boot at the bottom and
intermediate sections, all joined at flanges by fasteners.
(iv) Buckets, generally made out of sheet metal, which are attached at definite pitch to the pulling
member by fasteners (screw and nuts, riveted etc.)
(v) Drive at the top consisting of an electric motor, gearbox, and couplings.
(vi) Hold back brake attached to the top pulley/sprocket shaft, to prevent reverse motion of the
elevator when drive is stopped.
vii) Feed hopper attached to the boot for feeding materials to the elevator.
(viii) Delivery/ discharge spout fixed with the top part of the casing, through which the material is
discharged.
(ix) Manholes are provided at the casing to check operations of the elevator.
(x) Guides and guide sprockets are provided for belt and chain respectively to keep them in a straight
path.

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1-belt; 2-bucket; 3-driving pulley; 4-take-up pulley; 5-upper casing section; 6-intermediate casing
sections; 7-lower casing section (boot); 8-manholes; 9-drive unit; 10-take-up; 11- holdback brake;
12-guides.
Figure 4.1: A vertical belt-and-bucket elevator

Types of bucket elevators:

Bucket elevators are classified based on bucket spacing and mode of discharge of materials.

Centrifugal discharge elevators:

In a centrifugal discharge elevator, the buckets are spaced at a regular pitch to avoid interference in
loading and discharging. The charging of buckets is by scooping action and the discharge is by
centrifugal action. These elevators are generally used in vertical configuration and used for
practically all types of free flowing, small lump materials like grain, coal, sand, clay, sugar, dry
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chemicals etc. Both belt and chain may be used and the speed of these elevators range between 1.1
to 2 mpm.

Figure 4.2: Charging and discharging of buckets of centrifugal discharge elevator

Positive discharge elevators:

These are similar to centrifugal discharge type excepting that the buckets are side-mounted on two
strands of chains (i.e. buckets lie between two strands of chains), and are provided with a pair of two
snub sprockets under the head sprockets to invert the buckets for complete discharge. The speed of
the elevator may be slow in the range of 0.6 to 0.67 mpm. These elevators are used for light, fluffy,
sluggish and slightly sticky materials. The feeding is through scooping or digging by the buckets.
Fig.4.3 shows the discharging of these elevators. An inclined elevator is particularly suitable for
perfect gravity discharge.

Figure 4.3: Discharging of positive discharge elevator

Continuous discharge elevators:
In these elevators, V-type buckets are used without any gap between them. These elevators are
employed for handling larger lumps and materials that may be difficult to handle by centrifugal
discharge. The charging of the buckets are by direct filling. The discharge is by directed gravity i.e.
when the buckets pass over head wheel, the flanged end of the preceding bucket act as a chute to
deliver materials gently to the discharging spout. This type of charging and discharging is particularly
effective for handling fragile materials.

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 Figure 4.4: Charging and discharging of a continuous bucket elevator

Determination of theoretical capacity:

Capacity of the bucket conveyor, Q = 3.6 ѱ γ V (io/a) ton/hr
Where,
io = capacity of the bucket, liter
a = distance between bucket, m
v = belt or chain speed, m/sec
γ = bulk weight, ton/m3
ѱ = loading efficiency

Determination of actual capacity:

Determination the actual capacity of the conveyor, Qactual by taking weight of the material at the
discharge end for a certain period of time (measured by stop watch)
rpm: ____________
Observation Weight of material Time (sec) Capacity, Qactual, Average value
discharged (kg) (tons/hr)
1
2
3

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rpm: ____________
Observation Weight of material Time (sec) Capacity, Qactual, Average value
discharged (kg) (tons/hr)
1
2
3

rpm: ____________
Observation Weight of material Time (sec) Capacity, Qactual, Average value
discharged (kg) (tons/hr)
1
2
3

Questions:
1) How the power consumption varies with inclination angle of bucket conveyor?
2) Which kind of discharge is required? Gravity or centrifugal? Explain.
3) Differentiate between scoop type and direct feeding charging.

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Experiment No: 5
DETERMINATION OF THE CAPACITY OF AN APRON CONVEYOR

Objectives:
i. To study different components and the operation of the apron conveyor
ii. To determine both the theoretical and actual capacity
iii. To determine the optimum capacity

Theory:
Definition:
The term chain conveyor means a group of different types of conveyors used in diverse applications,
characterized by one or multiple strands of endless chains that travel entire conveyor path, driven by
one or a set of sprockets at one end and supported by one or a set of sprockets on the other end.

General Characteristics
Different types of chain conveyors are used in wide varieties of applications. Chain, compared to
belts of a belt conveyor, have certain advantages as well as disadvantages. The major advantages are
that the chain easily wraparound sprockets of small diameter, and the drive is positive i.e. no slippage
takes place between chain and sprocket. The chain stretch is also little. The disadvantages of chain
are its high weight, high initial cost, higher maintenance cost and most importantly, limited running
speed because of dynamic loading that come into play in chain-sprocket drive causing intensive wear
at high speeds.
Maximum length and maximum lift of chain conveyors are limited by the maximum allowable
working tension of the chain used.

Figure 5.1: Apron Conveyor

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Power Calculation:
Sprocket diameter, d = 8 in
N = 70 rev/min
𝜋𝑑𝑁
Velocity, V = m/min
1000
Apron width, B =?
Slat material weight, qo = (60B+A) kg/m

Table: Approximate values of factor A for flanged aprons

Type of Apron Factor A for an apron having a width of

B<0.5m B<0.8m B>0.8m
Light 40 50 70
Medium 60 70 100
Heavy 80 110 150

For unflanged aprons the corresponding value of factor A is decreased by 10 to 15 percent.

Considering the maximum weight, G = 4 kg per load
Distance between two load, a=?
𝐺
Weight of the material per meter, q = kg/m
𝑎

L1
1 2

4 3

L2
From the above figure,
Least tension will be at point 3 or point 1
Let, S1 = 100 kg [the minimum pull of apron conveyor is between 100-300 kg]
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For rolling bearing,
Resistance factor, 𝜔′ = 0.045 [Adverse operation condition]
S2 = S1 + (qo+q) L1. 𝜔′ kg
[L1 = length of the section between points 1 & 2]

S3 = k.S2 kg
S4 = S3 + qo. L2. 𝜔′ kg
[L2 = length of the section between points 3 & 4]
The resistance on the driving pulley Wdr = k (S4+ S1)

Peripheral pull, Wo = S4 - S1 + Wdr kg

Considering the efficiency of bevel gear, 𝜂 g = 75%
Power required, N = (Wo * v)/ 102 𝜂 g
Efficiency of motor, 𝜂 = ?

Capacity:
Capacity, Q = 3.6 qv ton/hr
Where, q = Weight of the material in kg per meter
v = velocity, m/s

Questions:
1) What is the basic difference between belt and slat conveyors?
2) When it is appropriate to use slat conveyors?
3) What are the ways to increase the efficiency of slat conveyor?

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Experiment No: 6

DETERMINATION OF THE CAPACITY OF A SCREW CONVEYOR AND

POWER LOSS

Objectives:
i. To study different components and the operation of the screw conveyor
ii. To determine both the theoretical and actual capacity
iii. To investigate the possible causes of deviations of the result and ways to improve the overall
efficiency of the conveyor

Theory:
Screw conveyor:
Screw conveyor consists of a spiral member, which advances around a circular shaft. Material is
advanced by the action of the helical screw as it is turned by the shaft in a trough. As the shaft rotates
the material fed to it is moved forward by the thrust of the screw or flights.
The screw conveyor is of simple design, easy to maintain, of small width, permit intermediate
discharge of the material at several points, is readily made dust tight by jacketing the trough. They
are relatively inexpensive means of conveying pulverized or granular materials.
Thrust reaction force on screw is opposite to the direction in which the material flows. When the
setup is such that the trust is taken at discharge end, the conveyor is in tension and if thrust is taken
at receiving end- the conveyor is under compression.
Standard pitch conveyors are used for handling materials horizontally or inclined up to 200. Longer
pitches are for high capacity, free flowing material. Shorter pitches are for materials which are fed
slowly, as for cooling, drying etc.
The spiral may be mounted to run in either open or covered troughs, usually made of steel.
The total resistance to motion in a screw conveyor is made up of –
i. Friction of the material against the trough
ii. Friction of the material against the surface of the screw
iii. Friction in the intermediate and terminal bearings
iv. Friction in the axial thrust bearings
v. Packing in the axial thrust bearings
vi. Mixing of the materials
vii. Friction on the edges of the screw against the particles in the clearance

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Applications of screw conveyors are limited. Materials that can be satisfactorily handled by it are
few. It is effective only when there is uniform feeding. It cannot be used for easily crushed, large
lumped, abrasive, and sticking materials. Overloads cause bottlenecks near the intermediate bearings
obstruct the shaft revolving and stop the screw. Friction of the material against screw and trough is
responsible for high power consumption, wear of the conveyor part and crushing of the material.
Therefore, screw conveyors are used for low medium capacity (up to 100 m3/hr).

Parts of screw conveyor:

1. Screw and shaft
2. Trough (generally made of sheet steel)
3. Intermediate hanger bearing (generally located at discharge end other conveyor. It is a
thrust bearing taking up the force of frictional resistance directed along the longitudinal
axis of the conveyor).
4. Loading spout
5. Discharge spout
6. Intermediate discharge spout
7. Drive unit
The inner diameter of the cylinder trough section is slightly larger than that of screw, so that a certain
clearance is left between them. The clearance should be such that there is less breaking up of the
material and less power consumption. Recommended clearance is 6 to 9.5 mm. the clearance
increases with screw diameter.

Theoretical capacity of the screw conveyor:

Q= V γ
Q=60.π (D2/4) S. n. ψ. γ tons/hr
Where, Q = capacity of the conveyor, tons/hr
V = volumetric capacity, m3/hr
γ = bulk weight of the material, tons/m3
C = factor that takes into account the inclination of the conveyor
D = screw diameter, m
S = screw pitch, m
n = speed of the shaft of screw conveyor
ψ = loading efficiency of the vertical cross sectional are of the screw
In typical design the screw pitch equals D. for slow flowing and abrasive material it is 0.8D.

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 Loading efficiency, ψ = 0.125 for slow flowing abrasive material
= 0.25 for slow flowing mildly abrasive material
= 0.32 for free flowing mildly abrasive material
= 0.4 for free flowing non-abrasive material
Ψ is taken relatively low to obviate risk of bottlenecks near the intermediate bearings. It is
large for free flowing, non-highly abrasive material and vice-versa.

β = angle of inclination
For horizontal conveyor, C=1.0
β 00 50 100 150 200
C 1 0.9 0.8 0.7 0.65

A- Screw
B- Components (job)
C- Hangers and intermediate bearing
D- Trough end
E- Trough, covers, clamps, hopper inlet
F- Flange
G- Discharge spout
H- Supporting feet and saddle

Figure 6.1: Schematic diagram of screw conveyor

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Determination of actual capacity:
Determination the actual capacity of the conveyor, Qactual by taking weight of the material at the
discharge end for a certain period of time (measured by stop watch)

Observation Weight of material Time (sec) Capacity, Qactual, Average value

discharged (kg) (tons/hr)
1
2
3
4
5

Procedure:

i. Start the motor and hereby start the operation of the screw conveyor.
ii. Start feeding bulk material into the loading spout of the conveyor.
iii. Wait some time until the flow-rate of bulk material becomes steady.
iv. Determine the weight of the accumulated bulk material in a certain time at the discharge
spout. Measure time by stopwatch.
v. Calculate amount of accumulation of bulk material per unit time, this is the capacity of the
conveyor.
vi. Calculate capacity of the conveyor using the conveyor using the formula given above.
Measure value of D, S, n. Take the value of γ from the chart, for wheat it is 0.65 to 0.83
tons/m3
vii. Compare both the capacities.

Questions:

1. Why the value ѱ changes for different bulk materials?

2. What is the relationship between β and C both for
i) increasing rate of β ii) decreasing rate of β
3. Bulk weight of the material γ, why changes for different bulk materials? Explain, why it
taken from a range?
4. What type of bearing will you select for designing screw conveyor? Explain.
5. Under which circumstances you will choose screw conveyors for material handling?
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6. What are the basic types of screws normally used in screw conveyors? For conveying the
following types of materials what type of screws will you choose:
i. Lumpy and clinging materials
ii. Dry granular or powdered materials
iii. For blending, churning and homogenous mixing of two or more grades of
materials

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Experiment No: 7
STUDY OF THE LAYOUT PLAN OF AUST CENTRAL MACHINE SHOP

Objectives:
i. To study different types of layout of production floor
ii. To study the influence of layout on the material handling system
iii. To study the selection of layout type depending on the manufacturing process involved in
order to optimize the material handling system as well as the overall process

Plant Layout:
Plant layout refers to arrangement of physical facilities in a production plan
A layout suited to flow-type mass production is not appropriate for job-shop production and vice-
versa.
There are three types of plant layout:
i. Product flow layout
ii. Process flow layout
iii. Fixed position layout

In Product Flow layout (also called Flow – Shop layout), the plant specializes in the production of
one product or one class of products in large volumes. The processing and the assembly facilities are
placed along the line of flow of the product. This type of layout is suitable for flow-type mass
production.

In Process layout (also called Job Shop layout), the production machines are arranged into groups
according to general type of manufacturing process. The layout provides flexibility. This layout is
typical in job shops and batch production.

In Fixed Position layout, the product remains in one location, and the equipment is brought to it.

In Group Technology (GT) or Cellular layout, dissimilar machines are grouped into work centers
or cells to work on products that have similar shapes and processing requirements. A GT layout is
similar to process layout in that cells are designed to perform specific set of processes, and it is similar
to product layout in that the cells are dedicated to a limited range of products.

Effect of plant layout on material handling:

Plant layout is an important factor influencing the design of a material handling system. In case of a
new plant, the design of the handling system should be considered as a part of the layout design.

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The plant layout should provide the following information for use in the design of the handling
system:
 Location where materials must be picked up (load stations)
 Location where materials must be delivered (unload station)
 Possible route between the locations
 Distances that must be traveled to move materials
 Flow patterns, opportunities to combine deliveries, possible places where congestion might
occur
 Total area of the facility and area within specific departments in the layout
 Arrangement of equipment in the layout

How different layout types influence the selection of the material handling
system:
The product flow layout usually involves the production of a standard (or nearly identical types of)
product in relatively high volumes. The handling system typically exhibits the following:

i. Fixed installation

ii. Fixed route and

iii. Mechanized for automated

It is often a delivery and storage system (to reduce the effects of downtime between production areas
along the line of production flow). Conveyor systems are often used to transport the product in
product-flow layouts. Delivery of component parts for stocking at the various workstations a long
path in assembly plants is accomplished by trucks and similar unit load vehicles.

In process layout, there are a variety of products manufactured and the quantities made per product
are medium or small. The handling system must be flexible and programmable to deal with the
variations. Considerable in process inventory is usually one of the characteristics of this type of
manufacturing and the handling (and storage) system must be capable of holding this inventory.

In case of the fixed position layout, the product is large and heavy and therefore remains in a single
location during most of its fabrication. Heavy components and subassemblies must be moved to the
product. Handling systems used for these moves in fixed-position layouts are larger and often mobile.
Cranes, hoists and trucks are common in this situation.

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Data requirement to prepare a plant layout:
1. The area of each department expressed in square feet or as a number of unit squares
2. The rectilinear distances between candidate locations or between departments usually
measured between their centers
3. Departmental relationship measures that can be expressed either quantitatively in a from-to
chart or qualitatively in relationship chart
4. A scale for plotting the layout by the computer.

Preparing plant layout of machine shop, AUST:

i. Go to Machine shop, AUST
ii. Measure the area of the machine shop
iii. Measure the areas required for different types of machine
iv. Study the flow of materials as well as people inside the machine shop
v. Draw a current layout of the machine shop
vi. Suggest any changes required for the machine shop with relevant information

Questions:
1. What are the objectives of layout designing?
2. Differentiate Product layout from Process layout.
3. What are the benefits and limitations of GT or Cellular layout?
4. Which type of layout should be used in a machine shop or workshop where different types
of automobile parts are manufactured?
5. When Fixed Position layout should be used and why? Explain with example.

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Experiment No: 8
STUDY OF THE REPLACEMENT PLANS OF TUBE LIGHTS IN AUST
CAMPUS

Objectives:
i. To study and know about different replacement policies
ii. To develop a model of replacement for different equipment based on reliability, at house as
well as in industrial level
iii. To solve the model to get the optimum replacement policy

Sample problem:
Following is the data available on the failure of 10 identical special-purpose bulbs being used in a
plant:

Time in months Failure The cost of replacing the bulbs individually, when they fail, is
Probability Tk. 100 (per bulb). The cost of replacing all the 10 bulbs
together is Tk. 500. Four different replacement policies are
1 Nil possible:
2 Nil a) Independent Breakdown Replacement, i.e. replace
bulb/bulbs as and when they fail to function.
3 Nil
b) Group Breakdown Replacement, i.e. as soon as one
4 0.05 bulb fails, all the ten bulbs are replaced.
c) Individual Preventive Replacement, i.e. each bulb is
5 0.15 replaced when it is n (some number) months of age, even
6 0.30 though it does not fail.
d) Group Preventive Replacement, i.e. at fixed intervals,
7 0.25 all bulbs is replaced; but within the interval, independent
breakdown replacement is undertaken if bulb/bulbs fail.
8 0.15
The cost of independent preventive replacement of a bulb is
9 0.10 Tk. 70. Which will be the best policy?

Solution:
Case (a): Independent Breakdown Replacement Policy

Mean life of a bulb = (4×0.05)+(5×0.15)+(6×0.30)+(7×0.25)+(8×0.15)+(9×0.10) = 6.6 months.

𝑇𝑘. 100
∴ 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑝𝑒𝑟 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ, 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑝𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑐𝑦 = ×10 (𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑏𝑠) = 151.5 𝑝𝑒𝑟 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ.
6.6
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Case (b): Group Breakdown Replacement Policy

Cost of replacing all 10 parts together = Tk. 500.

500
𝑃𝑒𝑟 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑡 =
𝐴𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑔𝑒 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 (𝑓𝑜𝑟 1𝑠𝑡 𝑓𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑢𝑟𝑒)

𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒

Average life = 4[ 𝑓𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑢𝑟𝑒 ] + 5[ 𝑓𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑢𝑟𝑒 ] +6[ 𝑓𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑢𝑟𝑒 ]
𝑜𝑐𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑠 𝑎𝑡 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ 4 𝑜𝑐𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑠 𝑎𝑡 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ 5 𝑜𝑐𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑠 𝑎𝑡 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ 6
𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒
+7[ 𝑓𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑢𝑟𝑒 ] + 8[ 𝑓𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑢𝑟𝑒 ] +9[ 𝑓𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑢𝑟𝑒 ]
𝑜𝑐𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑠 𝑎𝑡 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ 7 𝑜𝑐𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑠 𝑎𝑡 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ 8 𝑜𝑐𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑠 𝑎𝑡 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ 9

Now, the probability of surviving up to the 4th month = 1- 0.05 =0.95

Therefore, probability of all 10 bulbs surviving up to the 4th month = (0.95)10 =0.599

So, probability that any one of the bulbs fails for the first time at month 4 = 1- (0.95)10 = 0.401

We can find the other probabilities as follows:

Probability of all 10 bulbs surviving up to the 5th month = (0.80)10 = 0.107

Probability of any one bulb failing either in the 4th or the 5th month = 1- (0.80)10 = 0.893.

Probability that the first failure occurs in the 5th month = [1-(0.80)10] – [1- (0.95)10] = 0.492.

Similarly,

Probability that the first failure occurs at,

6th month = [1- (0.5)10] – [1- (0.8)10] = 0.999 – 0.893 = 0.106

7th month = [1- (0.25)10] – [1- (0.5)10] = 1.000 – 0.999 = 0.001

8th month = [1- (0.1)10] – [1- (0.25)10] = negligible.

9th month = [1] – [1- (0.10)10] = negligible.

Therefore, the average life = 4(0.401) + 5(0.492) + 6(0.106) + 7(0.001) + 8(0.000) + 9(0.000)

= 4.707 months.
500
Hence, per month cost = = Tk. 106.22
4.707

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Case (c): Individual Preventive Replacement Policy

Let us consider,

Preventive replacement period of 5 months:

The total cost per unit replacement comprises two components: a) the possibility that the bulb may
fail before the replacement age needing breakdown replacement; and b) the possibility that the bulb
may not fail till its replacement age.

Component (a) = Tk. 100 × (0.05 + 0.15) = Tk. 20.00

Component (b) = Tk. 70 × (0.80) = Tk. 56.00

So, total cost of unit replacement = Tk. 76.00

𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑟𝑒𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑐𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 76 ×10 760
Now, cost per month = = = = 𝑇𝑘. 153.53
𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑎 𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑏 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑎 𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑏 4.95

Where, expected life of a bulb = (4×0.05) + (5×0.95) = 4.95 months.

Preventive replacement period of 6 months:

Then, Component (a) = Tk. 100 × (0.05 + 0.15 + 0.30) = Tk. 50.00

Component (b) = Tk. 70 × 0.50 = Tk. 35.00

Total cost of unit replacement = Tk. 85.00

Expected life of a bulb = (4×0.05) + (5×0.15) + (6×0.80) = 5.75 months.

𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑟𝑒𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑐𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 85 ×10 850
Cost per month = = = = 𝑇𝑘. 147.83
𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑎 𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑏 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑎 𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑏 5.75

Preventive replacement period of 7 months:

Component (a) =Tk. 100 × 0.75 = Tk. 75

Component (b) =Tk. 70 × 0.25 = Tk.17.5

Total cost of unit replacement = Tk. 92.5

Expected life of a bulb = (4 × 0.05) + (5 × 0.15) + (6 × 0.30) + (7 × 0.50) = 6.25 months.

𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑟𝑒𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑐𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 92.5×10 925
Cost per month = = = = 𝑇𝑘. 148.00
𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑎 𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑏 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑎 𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑏 6.25

Preventive replacement period of 4 months:

Component (a) =Tk. 100 × 0.05 = Tk. 5.0

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Component (b) =Tk. 70 × 0.95 = Tk.66.5

Total cost of unit replacement = Tk. 71.5

Expected life of a bulb = 4 months.

𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑟𝑒𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑐𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 71.5×10 715
Cost per month = = = = 𝑇𝑘. 178.75
𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑎 𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑏 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑎 𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑏 4

With this policy, the replacement period of 6 month is found to be optimal.

Case (d): Group Preventive Replacement Policy

Let us consider a replacement period of 8 months to start with.

The total cost under this policy comprises of two components:

a) Cost of group replacement = Tk. 500

b) Cost of individual breakdown replacement = Tk. 100 × number of failures within 8 months

Now, the number of failures within 8 months = for the 4th month (10×0.05) + for the 5th month
(10×0.15) + for the 6th month (10×0.3) + for the 7th month [(10×0.05) × 0.05 + (10×0.25)] + for the
8th month [(10×0.15)×0.05 + (10×0.05)×0.15+(10×0.15)] = 9.175
500+100×9.175
Cost per month = = 𝑇𝑘. 177.20
8

For other months, the similar calculations are shown in the Table.1

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Table 1: Group Replacement Cost

Breakdown Replacement costs in Different Periods Total Average

Costs, Cost,
4 5 6 7 8 9
Tk. Tk.

Replacement
Period

3 500 166.66

4 100×0.5 550 137.50

5 100×0.5 100×1.5 700 140.00

6 100×0.5 100×1.5 100×3.0 1000 166.66

7 100×0.5 100×1.5 100×3.0 100× 1252.5 178.92

2.525

8 100×0.5 100×1.5 100×3.0 100× 100× 1417.5 177.20

2.525 1.65

9 100×0.5 100×1.5 100×3.0 100× 100× 100× 1570 174.44

2.525 1.65 1.525

Summarizing the costs for different policies:

Independent Breakdown Replacement Tk. 151.50 per month

Group Breakdown Replacement Tk. 106.22 per month

Individual Preventive Replacement Tk. 147.83 per month

Group Preventive Replacement Tk. 137.50 per month

Answer: We choose group breakdown replacement policy.

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Procedure:

i. Specify the area (i.e. 5th floor, 6th floor, Arts/Science faculty, MPE) for which you want to
develop the replacement model.
ii. Collect information of tube lights. (i.e. total number of lights, price of one piece, lot price,
charge for set up).
iii. Determine the failure probability of each light.

Solve the model to get the optimum replacement policy among the above four policies.

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Experiment No: 9

DETERMINATION OF POWER LOSS OF THE ROLLER CONVEYOR

Objectives:
i. To study different components and the operation of the roller conveyor
ii. To determine both the theoretical and actual power required
iii. To investigate the possible causes of deviations of the result and ways to improve the overall
efficiency of the conveyor

Theory:

Roller Conveyor:
Roller conveyors also known as roller runways or roller tracks serve to convey piece goods (ingots,
plates, molding boxes, rolled stock, pipes, boxes etc.) horizontally and up or down slight inclines.
The articles are conveyed on rollers evenly spaced on the conveyor frame. The articles to be moved
must have a smooth bottom or straight longitudinal ribs. Wedged and cylindrical articles may also
be conveyed on the conveyor.

Classification:
According to the principle of action roller conveyors are classified as powered and unpowered roller
conveyors. The rollers of live (powered) roller conveyors are driven by a motor and revolve around
their axes. They transmit motion to the articles conveyed by friction. In unpowered roller conveyors
the motive force is applied directly to the load and the rollers are rotated by friction of the article as
it moves along the roller bed. Unpowered roller conveyors commonly have a slight incline, sufficient
for the force of gravity to overcome the slight frictional resistance.

Calculation of a Powered Roller Conveyor:

The rollers of a powered conveyor rotate continuously no matter whether a load passes over them or
not. Unloaded rollers having diameter D rotate with a resistance factor equal to
μd
w′ =
D
Where μ = friction factor in the bearing reduced to the journal diameter d
A transport roller conveyor with a design capacity of Q tons per hour (with the irregularities of feed
taken into account), a length of L m, a length of the horizontal projection Lhor m, elevation of H m, a

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total of z rollers having a weight (of the rotating parts) of p kg and with the load moving at a rate of
v m/sec will require a motor rated at
𝑄𝐻 𝑄𝐿ℎ𝑜𝑟 𝜔′ 𝑧𝑝𝜔1′ 𝑣 1
𝑁=( + + ) 𝑘𝑊
367 367 102 𝜂𝑔

Where 𝝎 = resistance factor of the weight of the conveyed load G determined from equation
μd+2k
𝝎′ = ;
D
Where, k = rolling friction factor of the load on the rollers, cm
D = roller diameter, cm
µ = friction factor in the journal reduced to the roller axel
journal diameter d, cm
𝝎1 = resistance factor of the weight of the roller rotating parts p1
determined from the equation no. 1
For a horizontal conveyor H = 0 and Lhor = L, hence
𝑄𝐿𝜔′ 𝑧𝑝𝜔1′ 𝑣 1
𝑁=( + ) 𝑘𝑊
367 102 𝜂𝑔

Procedure:
i. Start the motor and hereby start the operation of the roller conveyor.
ii. Start feeding material into the loading zone of the conveyor.
iii. Determine the weight of the material in a certain time at the discharge zone. Measure time by
stopwatch.
iv. Calculate amount of conveyed material per unit time, this is the capacity of the conveyor.
v. Calculate capacity and the power required by the conveyor using the formula given above.
vi. Compare the actual and theoretical power.
vii. Discuss the causes of the variation between both the powers.

Questions:
1. Distinguish between powered and unpowered roller conveyors.
2. Write some potential applications of powered and unpowered roller conveyor.
3. How to keep gravity sag of the article conveyed to minimum?
4. Discuss the reasons behind the variation between theoretical and actual power.
5. Discuss the role of friction in roller conveyor.

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 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
IPE 3210: Metal Forming and Sheet metal Working Sessional
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students shall not be allowed to perform any experiment without apron and shoes.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. The report should include the following:
 Objectives
 Apparatus (with specifications if any)
 Machine used (with specifications)
 Schematic diagram
 Data sheet
 Sample calculation
 Graphs (if any)
 Discussion (in passive form)
 Assignment
 References

5. Viva & quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
6. Marks distribution:

Total Marks
Job/project Report Attendance and Viva Quiz
05 30 30 35
Sheet metal:
Sheet metal is metal formed by an industrial process into thin, flat pieces. It is one of the fundamental
forms used in metalworking and it can be cut and bent into a variety of shapes. Countless everyday
objects are constructed with sheet metal. Thicknesses can vary significantly; extremely thin thicknesses
are considered foil or leaf, and pieces thicker than 6 mm (0.25 in) are considered plate.

The thickness of sheet metal is commonly specified by a traditional, non-linear measure known as its
gauge. The larger the gauge number, the thinner the metal. Commonly used steel sheet metal ranges
from 30 gauge to about 8 gauge. Gauge differs between ferrous (iron based) metals and a non-ferrous
metal such as aluminum or copper; copper thickness, for example is measured in ounces (and
represents the thickness of 1 ounce of copper rolled out to an area of 1 square foot).There are many
different metals that can be made into sheet metal, such as aluminum, brass, copper, steel, tin, nickel
and titanium. For decorative uses, important sheet metals include silver, gold, and platinum (platinum
sheet metal is also utilized as a catalyst).

Sheet metal is available in flat pieces or coiled strips. The coils are formed by running a continuous
sheet of metal through a roll slitter.During the rolling process the rollers bow slightly, which results in
the sheets being thinner on the edges. So, a tolerance is specified by the manufacturer of sheet metal
i.e. deviation from the nominal size.

Sheet metal forming processes:

Bending:

Bending is a manufacturing process that produces a V-shape, U-shape, or channel shape along a
straight axis in ductile materials, most commonly sheet metal. Commonly used equipment includes box
and pan brakes, brake presses, and other specialized machine presses. Typical products that are made
like this are boxes such as electrical enclosures and rectangular ductwork. Bending forces can be
estimated by assuming that the process is one of simple bending of a rectangular beam. The bending
force in that case is a function of the strength of the material, the length L of the bend, the thickness T
of the sheet, and the size W of the die opening (fig 16.21). Excluding friction, the maximum bending
force P is,
 𝑘𝑌𝐿𝑇 2
𝑃=
𝑊
Where the factor k ranges from about 0.3 for a wiping die, to about 0.7 for a U-die, to about 1.3 for a
V-die, and Y is the yield stress of the material.

For a V-die, this equation can often be approximated as,

(𝑈𝑇𝑆)𝐿𝑇 2
𝑃=
𝑊
Where UTS is the ultimate tensile strength of the material. This equation applies well to situations in
which the punch radius and the sheet thickness are small compared to the die opening W.

Press brake forming:

In press brake forming, a work piece is positioned over the die block and the die block presses the sheet
to form a shape. Usually bending has to overcome both tensile stresses and compressive stresses. When
bending is done, the residual stresses cause the material to spring back towards its original position, so
the sheet must be over-bent to achieve the proper bend angle. The amountof spring back is dependent
on the material, and the type of forming. When sheet metal is bent, it stretches in length. The bend
deduction is the amount the sheet metal will stretch when bent as measured from the outside edges of
the bend. The bend radius refers to the inside radius. The formed bend radius is dependent upon the
dies used, the material properties, and the material thickness.

Types:
There are three basic types of bending on a press brake; each is defined by the relationship of the end
tool position to the thickness of the material. These three are Air Bending, Bottoming and Coining. The
configuration of the tools for these three types of bending is nearly identical. A die with a long rail
form tool with a radiused tip that locates the inside profile of the bend is called a punch. Punches are
usually attached to the ram of the machine by clamps and move to produce the bending force. A die
with a long rail form tool that has concave or V shaped lengthwise channel that locates the outside
profile of the form is called a die. Dies are usually stationary and located under the material on the bed
of the machine. Note that some locations do not differentiate between the two different kinds of dies
(punches and dies.) The other types of bending listed use specially designed tools or machines to
perform the work.

Air bending:
This bending method forms material by pressing a punch (also called the upper or top die) into the
material, forcing it into a bottom V-die, which is mounted on the press. The punch forms the bend so
that the distance between the punch and the side wall of the V is greater than the material thickness
(T).Either a V-shaped or square opening may be used in the bottom die (dies are frequently referred to
as tools or tooling). A set of top and bottom dies are made for each product or part produced on the
press. Because it requires less bend force, air bending tends to use smaller tools than other methods.
Some of the newer bottom tools are adjustable, so, by using a single set of top and bottom tools and
varying press-stroke depth, different profiles and products can be produced. Different materials and
thicknesses can be bent in varying bend angles, adding the advantage of flexibility to air bending.
There are also fewer tool changes, thus, higher productivity.A disadvantage of air bending is that,
because the sheet does not stay in full contact with the dies, it is not as precise as some other methods,
and stroke depth must be kept very accurate. Variations in the thickness of the material and wear on the
tools can result in defects in parts produced.

Air bending's angle accuracy is approximately ±0.5 deg. Angle accuracy is ensured by applying a value
to the width of the V opening, ranging from 6 T (six times material thickness) for sheets to 3 mm thick
to 12 T for sheets more than 10 mm thick. Springback depends on material properties, influencing the
resulting bend angle.Depending on material properties, the sheet may be overbended to compensate for
springback.

Air bending does not require the bottom tool to have the same radius as the punch. Bend radius is
determined by material elasticity rather than tool shape.

The flexibility and relatively low tonnage required by air bending are helping to make it a popular
choice. Quality problems associated with this method are countered by angle-measuring systems,
clamps and crowning systems adjustable along the x and y axes, and wear-resistant tools.

The K-Factor approximations given below are more likely to be accurate for air bending than the other
types of bending due to the lower forces involved in the forming process.

Fig: A schematic of air bending with a backgauge.

Coining:
In coining, the top tool forces the material into the bottom die with 5 to 30 times the force of air
bending, causing permanent deformation through the sheet. There is little, if any, springback. Coining
can produce an inside radius is as low as 0.4 T, with a 5 T width of the V opening. While coining can
attain high precision, higher costs mean that it is not often used in metal working.

Three point bending:

Three-point bending is a newer process that uses a die with an adjustable-height bottom tool, moved by
a servo motor. The height can be set within 0.01 mm. Adjustments between the ram and the upper tools
are made using a hydraulic cushion, which accommodates deviations in sheet thickness. Three-point
bending can achieve bend angles with 0.25 deg. precision. While three-point bending permits high
flexibility and precision, it also entails high costs and there are fewer tools readily available. It is being
used mostly in high-value niche markets.

Roll bending:
A Roll bender is a mechanical jig having three rollers used to form a metal bar into a circular arc. The
rollers freely rotate about three parallel axes, which are arranged with uniform horizontal spacing. Two
outer rollers, usually immobile, cradle the bottom of the material while the inner roller, whose position
is adjustable, presses on the topside of the material. Generally the rolling machine consists of three
rollers, one driver and other two driven rollers.

Fig: Roll bending

Calculations:

Legends-

BA=Bending allowance
BD=Bend allowance
R=Inside bend radius
K=K-factor=t/T
T=Material thickness
t=Distance from inside face to the neutral line
A=Bend angle in degrees(the angle through which material is bent)

The neutral line (also called the neutral axis) is an imaginary line that can be drawn through the cross-
section of the workpiece that represents the lack of any internal forces. Its location in the material is a
function of the forces used to form the part and the material yield and tensile strengths. The position of
the neutral axis depends on the radius and angle of bend. For ideal case the neutral axis is the center of
the sheet thickness and k=0.5. In the bend region, the material between the neutral line and the inside
radius will be under compression during the bend. The material between the neutral line and the
outside radius will be under tension during the bend.Because of the Poisson’s ratio, the width of the
part (bend length, L) in the outer region is smaller and in the inner region it is larger. (Figure 16.16)

Both bend deduction and bend allowance represent the difference between the neutral line or unbent
flat pattern (the required length of the material prior to bending) and the formed bend. Subtracting them
from the combined length of both flanges gives the flat pattern length. The question of which formula
to use is determined by the dimensioning method used to define the flanges as shown in the two
diagrams below.

Bend Allowance:
The bend allowance (BA) is the length of the arc of the neutral line between the tangent points of a
bend in any material. Adding the length of each flange taken between the center of the radius to the BA
gives the Flat Pattern length. This bend allowance formula is used to determine the flat pattern length
when a bend is dimensioned from (1) the center of the radius, (2) a tangent point of the radius or (3) the
outside tangent point of the radius on an acute angle bend.

The BA can be calculated using the following formula:

Fig: Diagram showing standard dimensioning scheme when using Bend Allowance formulas. Note that
when dimensions "C" are specified, dimension B = C - R – T

Example:

Angle 900

pi 3.1416

Radius 1.5

K-factor 0.33

Thickness 6

Bend allowance 5.46708

Bend deduction:
 Fig: Diagram showing standard dimensioning scheme when using Bend Deduction formulas.

The outside set back (OSSB) is the length from the tangent point of the radius to the apex of the
outside of the bend. The bend deduction (BD) is twice the outside setback minus the bend allowance.
BD is calculated using the following formula.

The above formula works only for right angles. For bend angles 90 degrees or greater the following
formula works, where A is the angle in radians (=degrees*π/180).

BD=2×OSSB-BA
K-factor:
K-factor is a ratio of location of the neutral line to the material thickness as defined by t/T where t =
location of the neutral line and T = material thickness. The K-Factor formulation does not take the
forming stresses into account but is simply a geometric calculation of the location of the neutral line
after the forces are applied and is thus the roll-up of all the unknown (error) factors for a given setup.
The K-factor depends on many factors including the material, the type of bending operation (coining,
bottoming, air-bending, etc.) the tools, etc. and is typically between 0.33(for R<2T) to 0.5(for
R>2T).For ideal case k=0.5. The following equation relates the K-factor to the bend allowance:
The following table is a "Rule of Thumb". Actual results may vary remarkably:

Generic K-Factors Aluminum Steel

Radius Soft Materials Medium Materials Hard Materials

Air Bending

0 to Thickness 0.33 0.38 0.40

Thickness to 3 x Thickness 0.40 0.43 0.45

Greater than 3 x Thickness 0.50 0.50 0.50

Bottoming

0 to Thickness 0.42 0.44 0.46

Thickness to 3 x Thickness 0.46 0.47 0.48

Greater than 3 x Thickness 0.50 0.50 0.50

Coining

0 to Thickness 0.38 0.41 0.44

Thickness to 3 x Thickness 0.44 0.46 0.47

Greater than 3 x Thickness 0.50 0.50 0.50

The following formula can be used in place of the table as a good approximation of the K-Factor for
Air Bending:

K=log(min(100,max(20 × R,T) / T)) / log(100) / 2

Flat pattern length (Lf): Total length of the flat sheet required can be computed by any of the
following two formulas:

Lf=B+B+BA
Or
Lf=C+C-BD
Where the alphabets represent the conventions in the above figures.
Springback:

Fig 2.3: Schematic illustration of the loading and unloading of tensile-test specimen. Note that during
unloading the curve follows a path parallel to the original elastic slope

Because all materials have a finite modulus of elasticity, plastic deformation is followed, when the load
is removed, by some elastic recovery (See figure 2.3). In bending, this recovery is called springback;
you can easily observe it by bending and then releasing a piece of sheet metal or wire. As noted in the
figure the final bend angle after springback smaller and the final bend radius is larger than before
bending. Springback occurs not only in flat sheets and plate, but also in rod, wire and bar with any
cross section.

Fig 16.19: Sringback in bending

Springback can be calculated approximately in terms of the radii Ri and Rf (See figure 16.19) as,
 𝑅𝑖 𝑅𝑖 𝑌 3 𝑅𝑖 𝑌
= 4( ) − 3( )+1
𝑅𝑓 𝐸𝑇 𝐸𝑇

Note from this formula that springback increases (a) as the R/T ratio and the yield stress Y of the
material increase and (b) as the elastic modulus E decreases. In V-die bending it is possible for the
material to exhibit negative, as well as positive springback. This condition is caused by the nature of
the deformation which is occurring just as the punch completes the bending operation at the end of the
stroke. Negative springback does not occur in air bending (free bending) because of the lack of the
constraints that a V-die imposes.

Compensation for springback:

In forming operations, springback is usually compensated for by overbending the part (Figure 16.20 a
and b); several trials may be necessary to obtain the desired results. Another method is to use coin the
bend area by subjecting it to high localized compressive stresses between the technique tip of the
punch and the die surface (16.20 c and d); this technique is known as bottoming the punch. Another
method is stretch bending in which the part is subjected to tension while being bent. In order to reduce
springback bending may also be carried out at elevated temperatures.

Fig 16.20: Method of reducing or eliminating springback in bending

References:

1. Manufacturing engineering and technology by Serope Kalpakjian.

2. www.wikipedia.org

Bending tube without a mandrel:

Principle of stretching and compressing: When a tube is bent, two things happen to metal (Figure 1-
a). The outside wall is reduced in thickness due to the stretching of the material and the inside wall
becomes thicker due to the compressing of the material (Figure 1). The material actually is formed
approximately about the centerline of the tube. The material that forms the outside of the bend has
further to travel and therefore is stretched; the inside of the bend has less distance to travel and is
compressed.

Functions of bend die: When the ratio of the tube diameter to wall thickness is small enough, the tube
can be bent on a relatively small radius (Centerline radius CLR= 4* tube thickness). Excessive
flattening or wrinkling of the bent should not occur. The outside and inside of the bend tend to pull
towards the centerline of the tube (flattening). Two factors that help prevent this from happening are a
grooved bend die, which supports the tube along the centerline and the natural strength of the tube;
round or square (figure 2). Little or no support is needed within the tube when the tube diameter is
small and the wall is thick. As the size of the tube diameter is increased, the tube becomes weaker. If
the wall thickness of the tube is decreased, it also becomes weaker. The forces acting on the tube also
becomes greater as the radius of the bend becomes smaller.

Figure 2

Basic primary tooling: A bend die, clamp die, and pressure die are the minimum essentials for bending
tube (Figure 3). The bend die helps to prevent the tube from flattening and forms a given radius of
bend. The clamp die holds the tube in position while bending. The pressure die forces the tube into
the bend die.
 Figure 3

Fig 3 (a)

Figure 3 (b)

Control of springback: Springback is excessive when a mandrel is not used. This should be
considered when selecting a bend die. Springback is the term used to describe the tendency of metal
that has been formed to return to its original shape. Springback will cause the tube to unbend from
two to ten degrees depending on the radius of bend, and may increase the bend radius of the tube. The
smaller the radius of bend the smaller the springback.

Kinked or Buckled bends: The tube may kink or buckle as shown in Figure 4. This may be due to
hard material, which will not compress on the inside radius of the bend. The material, not being able to
compress, pushes in toward the centerline of the tube. This condition can be corrected (provided the
tube is not too hard) by proper set up of the tooling. A plug mandrel (Figure 5) is indicated if the tube
buckles and is still within the wall factor and the diameter of the bend.

Figure 4

Bending tube with a plug mandrel:

Balanced pressures: The purpose of a plug mandrel is to prevent the tube from flattening and to
bend without wrinkles or kinks. The mandrel is held in a fixed position while the tube is pulled over
it. The tube stretching process is localized on the outer radius of the bend and the material is work-
hardened to retain its shape and not flatten. The material stretching is done on the forward tip of the
mandrel (Figure 5). This force, acting on the mandrel tip, supports the inner radius of the bend,
holding it firmly into the bend die groove.A plug mandrel can be used to produce relatively good
quality bends for tubing 10mm diameter and smaller. Exceptions to this are thin wall tubing or a
centerline radius that is less than 2 x tube O.D. There also are certain limitations for tubes larger than
10mm diameter.
 Figure 5

Unbalanced pressures: The pressure die should be adjusted for a light pressure against the tube. The
purpose of the pressure die is to keep the tube against the bend die through the duration of
bending. The pressure die also keeps the mandrel from bending and maintains a straight tube between
tangent points of bends (the portion of tubing left on the mandrel after bending). The location of the
mandrel affects the amount of springback. The mandrel in a forward position (toward tangent) will
stretch the material on the outside of the bend more than is necessary. This increases the length of
material on the outside beyond that which is required to make a bend. When the bent tube is removed
from the bend die, it will conform to the die and there will be little or no springback. Figure 6 is an
overstated example. The outside of the bend actually is in compression with forces acting at points A
and B. Counteracting forces occur at C and D. Forces A and B tend to close the bend while forces C
and D act to open the bend.

Figure 6

The mandrel in a position away from tangent will not stretch the material on the outside of the bend
enough; consequently, there is not enough material to reach from A to B, putting a tension in the
material. The forces at A and B are now the reverse of those shown in Figure 6, tending to open up
the bend. Thus, mandrel location can cause excessive springback, which reduces the angel of bend and
also may increase the radius. The mandrel should be brought forward (toward tangent) when the radius
is increased. There is no given formula for correct mandrel setting. One thing is clear; when the
angle of springback is more than 3 degrees, the mandrel is too retarded and the tube’s radius of bend
will be larger than the bending die.

When the tube breaks repeatedly, it may indicate that the material is too hard. Hard material does
not have the ability to stretch sufficiently. Working with recently fully annealed material will rule
out this likelihood. When the mandrel is set too far forward or the tube slips in the clamp die,
breakage may occur also.

Figure 7

Mandrel too far back: Advancing the mandrel slightly forward, the wrinkles may stop forming in front
and begin to form in back of tangent. The mandrel at this point is still not far enough forward to
generate the necessary pressure on the inside of the bend and compress the material. The bend
may start out smooth, but as it progresses past approximately 20 degrees, the material pushes back,
forming a ripple or wave at point A (Figure 8). This ripple is forming and being flattened continually
betweenthe mandrel and the bend die. The ripple, however, does not entirely disappear. When the bent
tube is removed from the bend die, there is a large buckle at point A. It is necessary to continue to
advance the mandrel until the material can’t squeeze back between the bend die and mandrel.
Figure 9 shows what occurs when the mandrel is not full advanced.
 Figure 8

Figure 9

Mandrel too far forward: When the mandrel is too far forward (Figure 10) bumps appear on the
outside of the bend at the terminal tangent and a step on the inside of the bend at the starting tangent.
These are shown on the same tube. They will not always appear at the same time, depending upon
shape of the mandrel and bend radius. The bump, obviously, is caused by the mandrel. The end of the
mandrel prying the tube away from the bend die forms the step.
 Figure 10

Plug mandrels are inexpensive, easy to maintain and cause little drag. Ball-type mandrels, however,
should be employed for small radius bends, thin wall tubes or where high quality is desired. The
clamp die should have a minimum length of three times the tube diameter when using a plug mandrel.

Bending with ball mandrel and wiper die: When the radius of the bend is smaller and/or the wall is
thinner, it becomes necessary to use a ball mandrel and wiper die. The wiper die is used to prevent
wrinkles. The ball mandrel performs like a plug mandrel. The balls are used to keep the tube from
collapsing after it leaves the mandrel shank.

Bending issues are enlarged when making tight bends or with thin wall tubing. It becomes more
difficult to retain the material during compression. The pressure is so intense the material is squeezed
back past tangent and buckles. This area must be supported so that the material will compress
rather than buckle; this is the prime purpose of the wiper die. Note, the wiper die cannot flatten
wrinkles after they are formed; it can only prevent them.

Figure 11: Ball and plug mandrel

Tubes and structural shape bending:

Stretch bending or forming: The work piece is pulled at both ends while being bent over a form block.
The method is slow but almost eliminates springback. It is used to make large irregular and noncircular
bends without mandrels.

Draw bending: It is dome with the work piece clamped against a form block, which rotates and pulls
the material around the bend. The work going into the bend is supported by a pressure bar. A mandrel
may be inserted in a tube to restrain flattening. Flexible ball, laminated, cable mandrel etc. are used to
provide support around the bend length for delicate work. Draw bending is best for small radii and thin
walls and most versatile.

Compression bending or forming: the work piece is clamped to and wrapped around a fixed form
block by a wiper shoe. Flat sheet metal is commonly bent in the same way on ungrooved blocks in an
operation called wing or tangent bending. Bending radius may be very small. Compression bending
can make series of bends with almost no spaces between them. A combination of stretch and
compression forming is called radial draw forming and is advantageous for difficult curved parts.

Roll extrusion bending: It is for piper over 130mm O.D. and walls to 16mm thick. A head is rotated
inside the pipe with wide thrust rollers on one side and a narrow work roller on the other. The pipe is
enclosed by work rings outside of the head. The work roller is cammed in and out as the head rotates to
apply pressure to extrude metal in the pipe wall on the side to make it bend. As the material is worked,
the pipe is advanced past the head. The method is repeated 10 times faster than others for larger pipes.

Ram or press bending: It is done by pressing the work piece between a moving ram block and two
swinging pressure dies as indicated in the figure. A fixed stroke punch press may be used, but an
adjustable stroke bending press is better. Equipment cost is little more than for draw bending and
angles are limited to about 1650 but press bending is 3 to 4 times faster than other methods. A different
press setup is required for each different bend so the process is suitable only for quantity production,
such as furniture factories.

Roll bending: It is done for plates, bars, structural shapes and thick walled tubes using three rolls as
shown in the figure. One roll is adjusted between the other two for the desired radius of bend.
Continuous coils can be made in this way. Bend radius can be changed easily and the operation is
suitable for job work, but angle control is difficult.
Figure 12: Methods for bending pipes, tubes and structural shape
References:

1. Manufacturing processes and materials for engineers by Doyle

2. R. K. Jain
3. Kalpakgian

Assignment:

1. Write down the causes and suggest ways to eliminate followings:

(a) Tube breakage (b) Tube wrinkling
2. Explain with neat sketches different tube bending operations.
3. Discuss tube bending mechanism with necessary sketches.
4. Relate tube thickness with different tube bending operations.
5. What are the typical components required for tube bending? Write down their functions.
Experiment 1: Determination of bend allowance and bend deduction for mild steel specimen.

Procedure:

1. Prepare four 4 inch x 1 inch specimen from mild steel sheet.

2. Bend each specimen to 90, 120, 135 and 150 degrees of bend angle separately.
3. Calculate bend radius for each bend angle.
4. Calculate bend allowance, bend deduction and flat pattern length for each bend angle.
5. Plot bend allowance vs. bend angle and bend deduction vs. bend angle in graph paper.
Table:

Bend Bend Bend allowance Bend deduction Flat pattern length Flat pattern length
angle radius (BA) (BD) (using BA) (using BD)

Formulas:

To calculate bend allowance:

To calculate bend deduction for bend angle up-to 90 degree bend angle:

For bend angle greater than 90 degrees:

To calculate unbent flat pattern length (Lf):

Using BA: Lf= B +B + Bend allowance

Using BD: Lf= C + C- Bend deduction

Assignment:

1. Calculate the value of bend allowance and bend deduction for the following specimen
configuration:

Angle 900

pi 3.1416

Radius 1.5 mm

K-factor Variable for each student

Thickness 6 mm

2. Why do you need to calculate bend allowance and bend deduction? What are the factors that
governs the values of those two variables for a certain specimen?
3. Deduce a relationship between bend radiuses and bend deduction, bend radius and bend
allowance.
Report writing:

 Objectives
 Apparatus (with specifications if any)
 Machine used (with specifications)
 Schematic diagram
 Data sheet
 Sample calculation
 Graphs (if any)
 Discussion (in passive form)
 Assignment
 References
Experiment 2: Determination of springback and shearing force required for mild steel specimen.

Procedure:

1. Prepare four 4 inch x 1 inch specimen from mild steel sheet.

2. Bend each specimen to 90, 120, 135 and 150 degrees of bend angle separately.
3. Calculate bend radius for each bend angle. This is initial bend radius Ri.
4. Calculate the bend radius again on the next day. This is final bend radius Rf.
5. Calculate the actual and theoretical spring back.
6. Measure the die opening in the bending machine (w) and bend length (L).
7. Calculate bend force required for each specimen.
8. Plot actual springback and theoretical springback vs. bend angle.
9. Plot bending force vs. die opening in graph paper.
Table 1:

Bend angle Initial radius (Ri) Final radius (Rf) Actual springback Theoretical springback

Table 2:

Bend length (L) Die opening (w) Bending force (P)

W1= P1=
L1= W2= P2=
W3= P3=
W4= P4=
W1= P1=
L2= W2= P2=
W3= P3=
W4= P4=
W1= P1=
L3= W2= P2=
W3= P3=
W4= P4=
W1= P1=
L4= W2= P2=
W3= P3=
W4= P4=
Formulas:

To calculate springback:

𝑅𝑖 𝑅𝑖 𝑌 3 𝑅𝑖 𝑌
= 4( ) − 3( )+1
𝑅𝑓 𝐸𝑇 𝐸𝑇

To calculate bending force:

𝑘𝑌𝐿𝑇 2
𝑃=
𝑊
For ‘V’ die, this formula can be approximate as:

(𝑈𝑇𝑆)𝐿𝑇 2
𝑃=
𝑊
For mild steel, yield stress, Y= 350 MPa, UTS= 460 MPa.

Assignment:

1. Deduce relationship between bend angle and springback. Also discuss the relationship between
material thickness and springback.
2. Deduce relationship between bending force and material strength.
3. Discuss some measures how you can eliminate/reduce springback in bending.
4. Why do you need to calculate springback for a certain specimen?
Report writing:

 Objectives
 Apparatus (with specifications if any)
 Machine used (with specifications)
 Schematic diagram
 Data sheet
 Sample calculation
 Graphs (if any)
 Discussion (in passive form)
 Assignment
 References
Experiment no. 3: To be familiarized with different types of sheet metal forming operations and to
make a rectangular/square box with sheet metal specimen.

Procedure:

1. Calculate the dimension of required flat sheet to make the box (follow the ‘unfolding’
technique to do this).
2. Mark on the stocked sheet with scriber.
3. Cut the stocked sheet in the shearing machine along the markings.
4. Mark on the flat sheet on places where to be bent.
5. Connect the diagonals produced on each corner of the flat sheet.
6. Cut the sheet with snip along the diagonals maintaining proper allowances.
7. Bend the flat sheet in the bending machine following ‘opposite edge to be the next’ technique.
Each bend angle should be 900.
8. Implement ‘cornering operation’ on each of the bended corner.
9. Measure the final dimension and compare it with designed one.
10. Discuss reasons behind discrepancy in values, if any.
Figure:

Dimension: 12x8x2 inch (rectangular) Dimension: 12x12x2 inch (square)

Assignment:

1. What do you mean by ‘sheet metal’ and ‘sheet metal work’?

2. Write down any four characteristics of ‘sheet metal’.
3. Discuss different types of sheet metal forming operations.
4. Define the term ‘springback’. Which property of the material is responsible for ‘springback’?
5. What will be the value of springback for a brittle material like ‘glasses’? Justify your answer.
Experiment no. 4: To be familiarized with different sheet metal joining operations and to make a
regular hexagonal box with sheet metal specimen.
Procedure:
1. Calculate the flat sheet dimension to make the box (follow the ‘unfolding’ procedure to
do this). Divide the box into two equally dimensioned parts.
2. Mark on the stocked sheet with scriber.
3. Cut the stocked sheet in the shearing machine along the markings.
4. Mark on the flat sheet on places where to be bent.
5. Bend the flat sheet in the bending machine. Firstly bend the extreme edges where seam
joint to be produced (bend angle should be nearly 1800).
6. Produce three bends with bend angle of 600 on each parts to make the arms of hexagon.
Be careful with the direction of bend, so that opposite parts match together to lock the
seam.
7. Lock the seam joint and complete the hollow section.
8. Scribe the outer circumference of the hollow box on a flat sheet.
9. Offset the circumference as required.
10. Join the edges of outer and inner hexagon and cut along the joined line maintaining
proper allowance, with the help of snip.
11. Set the hollow box on top of the cap prepared.
12. Implement ‘finishing operations’ on each component.
13. Measure the final dimension and compare it with designed one.
14. Discuss reasons behind discrepancy in values, if any.

Figure:

0.4 in
3 in 3 in

0.5 in

Hollow section Lower cap

Assignment:
1. Describe different sheet metal joining operations. Explain with neat sketch: Soldering,
Brazing and Resistance welding.
2. Discuss different types of bending operations with neat sketch.
3. Discuss different types of seam joints with illustrations.
4. Write down advantage, limitations and application areas of seam joint.

Report writing:

 Objectives
 Apparatus (with specifications if any)
 Machine used (with specifications)
 Schematic diagram
 Data sheet
 Sample calculation
 Graphs (if any)
 Discussion (in passive form)
 Assignment
 References
Experiment no 5: To be familiarized with sheet metal roll bending process and to make a
cylindrical box using sheet metal specimen.

Procedure:

1. Calculate the flat sheet dimension to make the box (follow the ‘unfolding’ procedure to
do this).
2. Mark on the stocked sheet with scriber.
3. Cut the stocked sheet in the shearing machine along the markings.
4. Mark on the flat sheet on places where to be bent.
5. Bend the flat sheet in the bending machine. Firstly bend the extreme edges where seam
joint to be produced (bend angle should be nearly 1800).
6. Bend the flat sheet in sheet rolling machine. Be careful in setting clearance between
rollers in the machine. Remember the ‘rule of thumb’: the closer the clearance, the
smaller will be the radius of the cylinder.
7. Lock the seam joint and complete the hollow section.
8. Scribe the outer circumference of the hollow box on a flat sheet.
9. Offset the circumference as required with the help of a divider.
10. Divide the circle into 16 (sixteen) equal parts and mark on the sheet.
11. Cut the sheet along the markings between the outer and inner circle maintaining proper
allowance with the help of snip.
12. Bend the split portions with the help of tong.
13. Set the hollow box on top of the cap prepared.
14. Implement ‘finishing operations’ on each component.
15. Measure the final dimension and compare it with designed one.
16. Discuss reasons behind discrepancy in values, if any.
Figure:

0.5 in 0.5 in

Lower Cap

Hollow section

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Problem: Find the radius and height of the hollow cylinder having a volume of 64π/27π/72π
inch3. Given that, minimum and maximum radius that can be formed in the rolling machine is 2
inch a 10 inch respectively.

Assignment:

1. Elaborate with neat sketch ‘Roll bending processes.

2. Can you recommend any alternative method to make a cylinder except ‘roll bending’?
Discuss.
3. Will the values of ‘bend allowance’ and ‘bend deduction’ be larger for ‘roll bending’ than
‘V-die bending’? Justify your answer.
4. How can you find the ‘center’ of an already drawn circle? What is the value of bend
angle for a ‘cylinder’?
5. Discuss gas welding process and its advantages, disadvantages.
Report writing:

 Objectives
 Apparatus (with specifications if any)
 Machine used (with specifications)
 Schematic diagram (Rolling machine and job)
 Data sheet
 Sample calculation
 Graphs (if any)
 Discussion (in passive form)
 Assignment
 References

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Experiment no 6: To be familiarized with different types of pipe bending operations and various
defects in bended pipe.

Procedure:

17. Prepare two pipe specimens from the stocked pipe. Specimen configuration should be:
3
length/Outer diameter/Thickness= (2.5’/1”/1mm) and (2.5’/4”/1mm). Use hand grinding
machine to cut the stocked pipe and finish the cut parts.
18. Set the first specimen on the pipe bending machine. Be sure to pass the pipe in between
pressure die & bend die and secure one end of the pipe in the clamp die.
19. Clamp the pipe such that it may flow inside the clam die while pressure is applied to bend
the pipe, otherwise the pipe may be distorted if pipe material is not tough enough. Be sure
to keep some extra pipe extended further from the clam die in the direction opposite to
bend direction; this will facilitate the bending process.
20. Tighten the pressure die with the help of lead screw in the pressure handle. Apply
moment in the pressure handle to bend the pipe.
21. Unfasten the pipe from the machine and remove it from the machine. Cut the bended
portion in radial direction with the help of hand grinding machine or hacksaw and
analyze the bended portion. Make sure if any flattening or wrinkle is present.
22. Repeat from step 2 to 5 for the second specimen.
23. Insert mandrel (sand) in the specimen and repeat from step 2 to 5.
24. Compare observations on the bended pipe without and with mandrel.

Figure:

Figure: Actual shape of bended pipe

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Assignment:

6. Write down the causes and suggest ways to eliminate followings:

(b) Tube breakage (b) Tube wrinkling
7. Explain with neat sketches different tube bending operations.
8. Discuss tube bending mechanism with necessary sketches.
9. Relate tube thickness with different tube bending operations.
10. What are the typical components required for tube bending? Write down their functions.
Report writing:

 Objectives
 Apparatus (with specifications if any)
 Machine used (with name of the different components)
 Schematic diagram (Experimental setup)
 Data sheet (Pipe configurations)
 Graphs (if any)
 Discussion (in passive form)
 Assignment
 References

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 Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

LABORATORY MANUAL
For the students of
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
4th Year, 1st Semester

Student Name :
Student ID :
 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
IPE 4102: Machine Tools and Machining Sessional
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students shall not be allowed to perform any experiment without apron and shoes.
2. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.
3. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
4. Viva for each experiment will be taken on the next day with the report.
5. The report should include the following:
 Top sheet with necessary information
 Main objectives
 Work material/machine/tool/equipment used (with their specifications)
 Experimental procedures
 Experimental setup, Experimental conditions
 Data Sheets
 Sample calculation
 Result
 Graph
 Discussion
i) Discuss the graphs and results
ii) Discuss about the experimental setup if it could be improved
iii) Discuss the different parameters that could affect the result
iv) Discuss any assumption made
v) Discuss any discrepancies in the experimental procedure and result
vi) Discuss what you have learnt and the practical application of this
knowledge
vii) Finally, add the data sheet with the report.

 Conclusions
 Acknowledgements
 References
6. A quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
7. Marks distribution:

Total Marks: 100

Attendance Lab Reports Viva Quiz

10 40 20 30

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List of the Experiments:

1. Study of Chips and Determination of Chip Reduction Co-efficient in Turning

Medium Carbon Steel by coated Carbide Insert.
2. Study of Cutting Zone Temperature in Turning Medium Carbon Steel by coated
Carbide Insert.
3. Study of the Alignment test of a Lathe Machine, Milling Machine, Drilling
Machine and Grinding Machine.
4. Study of Gear Indexing and Manufacturing of a Spur Gear on a Knee/Column
Type Milling Machine.
5. Study of Gear Indexing and Manufacturing of a Helical Gear on a Knee/Column
Type Milling Machine.
6. Study of Kinematic Diagram of Engine Lathe.
7. Determination of surface roughness of workpiece at different machining
operations.
8. Determination of tool wear of cutting tool.

Books of References:

(i) Elements of Machine Tools by M. Anwarul Azim

(ii) Machine Tools by N. Chernov
(iii) Production Technology by Er. R.K. Jain
(iv) Fundamentals of Machining and Machine Tools by Boothroyd G. &
Knight
(v) Introduction to Manufacturing Processes by Kalpakjian S.
(vi) Material and Process Engineering by DeGarmo E. Paul

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Experiment No: 01

STUDY OF CHIPS AND DETERMINATION OF CHIP REDUCTION CO-

EFFICIENT IN TURNING MEDIUM CARBON STEEL BY COATED
CARBIDE INSERT.

Objectives:
i. To study different types of chip (type, shape and color)
ii. To determine chip reduction co-efficient (ξ)

Theory:

Chip Formation:

When force is applied by cutting tool against the workpiece, the uncut layer deforms
first elastically followed by plastic deformation due to the shearing action near the
cutting edge of the tool. Shearing takes place along a shear zone and shear is of
maximum at the shear plane. After passing out of the shear plane, the deformed
material slides along the tool face as chip as cutting progresses.

ee

Fig.1.1: Schematic Representation of Chip Formation

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Four main categories of chips (as shown in Fig. 2) are:

Discontinuous chips:

These chips are small segments, which adhere loosely to each other. They are formed
when the amount of deformation to which chips undergo is limited by repeated
fracturing. Hard and brittle materials like bronze, brass and cast iron will produce such
chips.

Continuous or ‘ribbon’ chips:

In continuous chip formation, the pressure of the work piece builds until the material
fails by slip along the plane. The inside on the chip displays steps produced by the
intermittent slip, but the outside is very smooth. It has its elements bonded together in
the form of long coils and is formed by the continuous plastic deformation of material
without fracture ahead of the cutting edge of the tool and is followed by the smooth
flow of chip up the tool face.

Continuous chip with built up edge:

These types of chips are very similar to that of continuous type, with the difference
that it is not as smooth as the previous one. This type of chip is associated with poor
surface finish, but protects the cutting edge from wear due to movement of chips and
the action of heat causing the increase in tool life.

Serrated chips:

These chips are semi-continuous in the sense that they possess a saw-tooth appearance
that is produced by a cyclical chip formation of altering high shear strain followed by
low shear strain. This chip is most closely associated with certain difficult-to-machine
metals such as titanium alloys, nickel-based super-alloys and aesthetic stainless steels
when they are machined at higher cutting speeds. However, the phenomenon is also
found with more common work metals (e. g. steel), when they are cut at high speeds.

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 (a) Continuous chip (b) Discontinuous chip

(c) Continuous with built-up edge (d) Serrated chip

Fig.1.2: Four types of chip formation in metal cutting

Chip Shape:
Chip shape depends in the state of chip curling. Chip shape may be ribbon-like, helical
(tubular), spiral, one turn, half turn etc.

Chip
Shape

Group Half Turn Tubular/ Helical Spiral Ribbon-like

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Chip Color:
Chip color depends generally on the cutting conditions (cutting velocity, depth of cut,
feed rate etc). In dry cutting the chip color is generally blue or burned blue. In wet
conditions chip color generally in metallic, golden, or blue.

Chip Reduction Co-efficient:

Chip reduction co-efficient (ξ) is the ratio of chip thickness (a2) to uncut chip thickness
(a1), (as shown in Fig.1). Mathematically,
𝑎 𝑎2
ξ= 2=
𝑎1 𝑠0 𝑆𝑖𝑛 ∅

The inverse of ξ is known as cutting ratio, rc. ξ is an important index which indicates
the degree of deformation and hence the force required. ξ is affected by process
parameters (i.e. Vc, So, t, ᵧ etc) and other variables (i.e. friction at too-chip interface,
cutting fluid, tool material, work material etc).

Machine, Equipment and Work Material:

i. Lathe machine
ii. Work material (medium carbon steel)
iii. Cutting tool (coated carbide)
iv. Slide calipers

Procedure:

i. Turn the work material in an engine lathe with three different cutting velocities
(Vc) at a constant feed rate (So) and constant depth of cut.
ii. Repeat the above procedure for three different feed rates.
iii. Collect the chips obtained
iv. Study them to identify their types, shapes and colors.
v. Calculate the chips reduction coefficient for each chip.
vi. Plot the graphs ξ vs Vc, ξ vs So

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 DATA SHEET
Study of chips in turning medium carbon steel by coated carbide insert

Work material :
Diameter :
Cutting tool :
Material :
Cutting conditions
Cutting velocity :
Feed rate :
Depth of cut :
Environment :

S0 N Vc a1 a2 ξ Chip
(mm/rev) (rpm) (m/min) (mm) (mm) type shape color

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Question/Answer:
1. What is the significance of ξ?
2. Will ξ be greater than 1 always? Why?
3. What is the difference in chips when r.p.m is high?

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Experiment No: 02

STUDY OF CUTTING ZONE TEMPERATURE USING TOOL-WORK

THERMOCOUPLE IN TURNING MEDIUM CARBON STEEL BY COATED
CARBIDE INSERT.

Objective:

i. To determine temperature (θ) at chip tool interface

Theory:

Machining is a material removal process that typically involves the cutting of metals
using different types of cutting tools in which a tool removes material from the surface
of a less resistant body through relative movement of the tool and application of force
and is particularly useful due to its high dimensional accuracy, flexibility of process,
and cost-effectiveness in producing limited quantities of parts. Due to removal of
material in the form of chips, new surfaces are cleaved from the workpiece
accompanied by a large consumption of mechanical energy which in turn transformed
into heat, leading to conditions of high pressure, high temperature and severe thermal
conditions at the tool-chip interface. The greater the energy consumption, the greater
are the temperature and frictional forces at the tool–chip interface and consequently
the higher is the tool wear.

During machining heat is generated at the (a) primary deformation zone due to shear
and plastic deformation (b) chip-tool interface due to secondary deformation and
sliding and (c) work-tool interface due to rubbing during machining of any ductile
materials. Maximum temperature has been produced at the chip-tool interface by all
such heat sources which substantially influence the chip formation mode, cutting
forces and tool life. The magnitude of this cutting temperature increases, though in
different degree, with the increase of cutting speed, feed and depth of cut, as a result,
high production machining is constrained by rise in temperature.

The average chip-tool interface cutting temperature has to measure under dry and wet
conditions undertaken by simple but reliable tool-work thermocouple technique with
proper calibration. This method is very useful to specify the effects of the cutting
speed, feed rate and cutting parameters on the temperature. Thermocouples are
conductive, rugged and inexpensive and can operate over a wide temperature range.
To record emf as milivolt a digital multi-meter has been used where one end of multi-
meter has been connected to the workpiece and other end to the tool.

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Machine, Equipment and Work Material:

i. Lathe machine
ii. Work material (medium carbon steel)
iii. Cutting tool (coated carbide)
iv. Mica sheet
v. Millivoltmeter

Procedure:

i. Turn the work material in an engine lathe with three different cutting velocities
(Vc) at a constant feed rate (So).
ii. Repeat the above procedure for three different feed rates.
iii. Take the mV reading from the Millivoltmeter and then determine temperature
(θ) at chip-tool interface from θ = 75.28 + 63.05 mV – 0.57 mV2
iv. Plot θ vs Vc; and θ vs S0

Experimental Setup for Temperature Measurement

Fig.2.1: Schematic representation of temperature measurement

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 DATA SHEET
Study of cutting zone temperature in turning medium carbon steel by coated
carbide insert

Work material :
Diameter :
Cutting tool :
Material :
Cutting conditions
Cutting velocity :
Feed rate :
Depth of cut :
Environment :

S0 N Vc mV θ
0
(mm/rev) (rpm) (m/min) ( C)

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Question/Answer:
1. Explain seebeck effect.
2. What is the insulation procedure in this experiment? Why it is necessary?
3. What is EMF?
4. What is the relationship between cutting zone temperature and cutting velocity?

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Experiment No: 03

STUDY OF THE ALIGNMENT TEST OF A LATHE MACHINE, MILLING

MACHINE, DRILLING MACHINE AND GRINDING MACHINE.

Objectives:

i. To study the alignment test of a lathe machine (Chuck, tail stock, and slide
ways)
ii. To study the alignment test of a Milling machine (Spindle, arbor and slide
ways)
iii. To study the alignment test of a Drilling machine (Spindle and column)
iv. To study the alignment test of a Grinding machine (Magnetic chuck and
worktable)

Theory:
Alignments are a crucial step in setting up a machine to cut accurate parts. Alignment
test are carried out to check the accuracy of machine tool.
Machine tools are very sensitive to impact or shock, even heavy casting standards are
not always solid and rigid enough to withstand stresses due to falling during
transportation, and deformations may be set up. Although the machine is always
carefully adjusted and aligned when on the test stand or in the assembly department of
the manufacturer, it is well known from experience that erection in the workshop is
not always done with sufficient care and thus inaccuracies of the work may result from
the faulty erection of the machine.
Machine tools for the workshop must be able to produce workpieces of given accuracy
within prescribed limits, consistently and without requiring artistic skill on the part of
the operator.
For acceptance test of a machine, its alignment test is performed and to see its dynamic
stability, which may be poor though alignment tests are right, certain specific jobs are
prepared and their accuracy checked.
Various tests on any machine tool are carried out, it is very essential that it should be
installed in truly horizontal and vertical planes. In horizontal plane, both longitudinal
and transverse directions are equally important. If, say, any long lathe bed is not
installed truly horizontal the bed will undergo a deflection, thereby producing a simple
bend and undesirable stresses will be introduced. If the bed is not installed truly
horizontal in transverse direction, twist will be introduced. Thus, the movement of the
saddle can’t be in a straight line and true geometric cylinder can’t be generated.
For proper installation and maintenance of its accuracy, a special concrete foundation
of considerable depth must be prepared. Also, this must be insulated from the
surrounding floor by introducing some form of damping.

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Machine, Equipment and Work Material:
i. Lathe machine
ii. Milling machine
iii. Drilling machine
iv. Grinding machine
v. Dial gauge
vi. Slide calipers
vii. Measuring tape

Procedure:

i. Clamp the dial gauge at different places of the machine tool.

ii. Take the reading of deflection at different places of the machine tool using dial
indicator.
iii. Repeat the above procedure for other machines.
iv. Plot deflection vs distance graph.

Assignment:
1. Why alignment test of a machine tool is necessary?
2. What occurs if spindle alignment in lathe/ milling machine is not correct?
3. What occurs if slideway alignment in lathe/ milling machine is not correct?
4. Draw the graph and discuss about the pattern of alignment test at lathe/
milling/drilling machine in the experiment?

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Experiment No: 04

STUDY OF GEAR INDEXING AND MANUFACTURING OF A SPUR GEAR

ON A KNEE TYPE MILLING MACHINE

Objective:

i. To study the indexing a spur gear

ii. To manufacture a spur gear

Theory:
Introduction:

Gear is a widely used mechanical component whose primary use is to transmit power
from one shaft to another. These gears are of many types namely spur gears, helical
gears, worm gears etc. gear drives are used to various kinds of machines like
automobiles, metal cutting tools, rolling mills, material handling equipments etc. the
friction and other losses in this type of power transmission equipment is comparatively
very low.

Gear Nomenclature:

Addendum: The addendum is the height by which a tooth of a gear projects beyond
(outside for external, or inside for internal) the standard pitch circle or pitch line; also,
the radial distance between the pitch circle and the addendum circle.

Dedendum:
is the depth of a tooth space below the pitch line. It is normally greater than the
addendum of the mating gear to provide clearance.

Dividing Heads
A dividing head is a tool that is used to divide a circle into equal divisions. Dividing
heads are employed in operations on knee type milling machine for setting the work
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piece at the required angle to the table of the machine, turning the work piece through
a pre-determined angle, diving circle into the required number of parts (indexing) and
also for continuous rotation of the work piece in milling helical grooves with a large
lead.

Fig.4.1: Dividing Head

Types of dividing heads:

There are dividing heads for direct indexing (called plain dividing heads), optical
dividing heads and universal dividing heads. Universal dividing heads are classified as
heads with and without an index plate. Index plate dividing heads are more widely
used. Universal dividing heads are setup for:

a. Simple indexing: It consists in turning the spindle through the required angle
by rotating the index crank.
b. Differential indexing: It is employed where simple indexing cannot be effected
i.e. where an index plate with the number of holes required for simple indexing
is not available.
c. Cutting helical grooves: In milling helical grooves, a complex helical
movement is imparted to the work piece, which involves a straight movement
along the work piece axis and rotation of the work about the same axis.

Machine, Equipment and Work Material:

i. Milling machine
ii. Work material (Gear Blank)
iii. Cutting tool (Gear Cutter)

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Necessary Calculations:
T+2
i. Outside diameter O.D = here, T= Number of teeth to be cut
Pd
Pd = Diametral Pitch
Dp = Pitch Diameter
T
ii. Pd =
Dp

1
iii. Addendum, a = [ ]
𝑃𝑑

0.157
iv. Clearance, c = [ ]
𝑃𝑑

1.157
v. Dedendum, b = a+c=[ ]
𝑃𝑑

2.157
vi. Full depth or Depth of cut = a+b= [ ]
𝑃𝑑

Procedure:

Sr. Operation Tools / Equipment

No.
01 Mount and align the dividing head and tailstock on Dividing head, tail
machine table. stock, dial indicator.
02 Mount the gear-milling cutter on the arbor and test for Gear cutter.
concentricity.
03 Hold the work piece on the mandrel and adjust the Try square, slip
mandrel between centers. gauges
04 Adjust the work piece to the center of cutter.
05 Set the revolutions, and feed for milling.
06 In the beginning the cutter should shave slightly on the
work piece.

07 Withdraw the work piece out of range of the cutter and

lift the milling table by the height of the tooth depth.
08 Milling of first tooth space.
09 Withdraw the work piece from the cut and turn the
indexing handle by the tooth pitch & mill next tooth
space.
10 Repeat the procedure for next tooth.

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Questions:
1. What are the other options that can be used other than milling to manufacture a
gear?
2. Differentiate simple and differential indexing.
3. What is the requirement of indexing plate or dividing plate?
4. How can you produce a spur gear having less than 40 teeth with this indexing
plate?

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Experiment No: 05

STUDY OF GEAR INDEXING AND MANUFACTURING OF A HELICAL

GEAR ON A KNEE TYPE MILLING MACHINE

Objective:

i. To study the indexing a helical gear

ii. To manufacture a helical gear

Theory:
Helical Gear
Helical gears are similar to spur gears except that their teeth are cut at an angle to the
hole (axis) rather than straight and parallel to the hole like the teeth of a spur gear.
Helical gears are used to connect non-intersecting shafts. Helical gears are
manufactured as both right and left-hand gears. The teeth of a left-hand helical gear
lean to the left when the gear is placed on a flat surface. The teeth of a right-hand
helical gear lean to the right when placed on a flat surface. Opposite hand helical gears
run on parallel shafts. Gears of the same hand operate with shafts of 90º.

Right Hand Helical Gear Left Hand Helical Gear

Helical Gears on Non-Parallel

Shafts Shaft Angle 90°
Both Gears Right Hand

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Setting up a universal diving head for milling helical grooves:

In milling helical grooves, a complex helical movement is imparted to the work piece,
which involves a straight movement along the work piece axis and rotation of the work
about the same axis. The work piece receives the straight movement with the work
table of the machine, and rotation, from the work-table lead screw through the change
gears. The table is set to the spindle axis at an angle ω equal to the helix angle of the
groove being cut. In milling a left-hand groove, the table is swiveled clockwise at an
angle ω, and in cutting a right hand groove, counterclockwise.

Fig.5.1: Milling of helical grooves; 1. Diving head; 2. Work piece

The set for the table is,

𝜋𝐷
𝝎=arctan
𝑃 ℎ.𝑔

Where, D = diameter of the work piece being cut; Ph.g = Lead of the helical groove.

If the helix ids determined by the lead angle α, the table should be set at an angle of
900-α. Slow rotation is imparted to the dividing head spindle along the kinematic chain
shown in figure.

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 Fig.5.2: Diagram of Universal Dividing Head set-up
𝑎1 𝑐1
The kinematic balance equation of this chain for setting up change-gear train is
𝑏1 𝑑1
worked out provided that for every revolution of the work piece the work table of the
machine travels by an amount equal to the lead Ph.g of the groove being cut.
𝑍0 𝑎1 𝑐1
1 1.1.1 Pl.s = Ph.g
𝑍 𝑏1 𝑑1

With Z=1, we obtain

𝑎1 𝑐1 Ph.g
=
𝑏1 𝑑1 𝑍0Pl.s

Where, Pl.s is the lead of work table lead screw, mm.

Question/Answer:
1. Why helical gears are better than spur gear?
2. How you cut the helical gear in vertical milling machine?
3. Name some other machine except milling in which helical gears can be cut.

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Experiment No: 06

STUDY OF KINEMATIC DIAGRAM OF AN ENGINE LATHE.

Objective:

i. To study the kinematic diagram of an engine lathe

Theory:
Movement of the machine:
There are basically three types of movements of an engine lathe. They are-
a. Principle movement: Rotation of the spindle with the workpiece.
b. Feed movement: Longitudinal travel of the carriage and the cross traverse of the
cross slide and
c. Auxiliary movement: Rapid traverse of the carriage and the cross slide in the
same direction from an individual drive.

Machine, Equipment and Work Material:

i. Lathe machine
ii. Screw driver
iii. Wrench

Question/Answer:
1. Draw the kinematic diagram of the engine lathe that you have studied.
2. What are the types of gears you have seen in this experiment? Describe them all
with necessary figures.

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Experiment No: 07

DETERMINATION OF SURFACE ROUGHNESS OF WORKPIECE AT

DIFFERENT MACHINING OPERATIONS.

Objective:

i. To obtain the value of the roughness of a specimen by using Roughness

Tester
ii. To see the surface quality of a specimen

Theory:
Surface roughness, often shortened to roughness, is a component of surface texture.
It is quantified by the vertical deviations of a real surface from its ideal form. If these
deviations are large, the surface is rough; if they are small, the surface is smooth.
Roughness plays an important role in determining how a real object will interact with
its environment. Rough surfaces usually wear more quickly and have
higher friction coefficients than smooth surfaces.
Although a high roughness value is often undesirable, it can be difficult and expensive
to control in manufacturing. Decreasing the roughness of a surface will usually
increase its manufacturing costs. This often results in a trade-off between the
manufacturing cost of a component and its performance in application.
Roughness can be measured by manual comparison against a "surface roughness
comparator", a sample of known surface roughness, but more generally a Surface
profile measurement is made with a profilometer that can be contact (typically a
diamond styles) or optical (e.g. a white light interferometer).
However, controlled roughness can often be desirable. For example, a gloss surface
can be too shiny to the eye and too slippery to the finger (a touchpad is a good example)
so a controlled roughness is required.
Why do we measure surface roughness?
The shape and size of irregularities on a machined surface have a major impact on the
quality and performance of that surface, and on the performance of the end product.
The quantification and management of fine irregularities on the surface, which is to
say, measurement of surface roughness, is necessary to maintain high product
performance.

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There are two ways to measure surface roughness:
The instruments for measuring surface roughness can be broadly divided between two
types.
i. contact and
ii. non-contact types

Contact Type:
Overview
i. The degree of roughness in the surface is measured over an arbitrary rectangular
range

Fig.7.1: Contact-type roughness instrument

With this type, the tip of the stylus directly touches the surface of the sample. As the
stylus traces across the sample, it rises and falls together with the roughness on the
sample surface. This movement in the stylus is picked up and used to measure surface
roughness. The stylus moves closely with the sample surface, so data is highly reliable.

Non-Contact Type:
The leading method of this type is light. Light emitted from the instrument is reflected
and read, to measure without touching the sample. Various non-contact systems
include the focus detection type, the confocal microscope type, and the interferometer
type.
As they are non-contact, these systems never harm the sample and can even measure
soft or viscous materials.

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 Fig.7.2: Laser microscope (focus detection system)

Data Sheet:
Operation S0 t N Vc Roughness Value, Ra Average
Name (mm/rev) (rpm) (m/min) 1 2 3

Question/Answer:
1. Which method is best, contact type or non-contact type?
2. How can you reduce surface roughness?
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Experiment No: 08

DETERMINATION OF TOOL WEAR OF CUTTING TOOL.

Objective:

i. To determine the value of tool wear by using Inverted Microscope

ii. To learn different types of tool wear

Theory:

Tool Wear:

Productivity and economy of manufacturing by machining are significantly affected

by life of the cutting tools. Cutting tools may fail by brittle fracture, plastic deformation
or gradual wear. Turning carbide inserts having enough strength, toughness and hot
hardness generally fail by gradual wears. With the progress of machining the tools
attain crater wear at the rake surface and flank wear at the clearance surfaces, (as
schematically shown in following figure.1) due to continuous interaction and rubbing
with the chips and the work surfaces respectively. Among the aforesaid wears, the
principal flank wear is the most important because it raises the cutting forces and the
related problems.

Shank
Crater Wear
Rake or Face
Auxiliary
Cutting Edge Flank
Principal Cutting Edge

Flank Wear

Fig.8.1: Tool Wear

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Tool wear describes the gradual failure of cutting tools due to regular operation.
Types of wear include:

i. flank wear in which the portion of the tool in contact with the finished part
erodes.
ii. crater wear in which contact with chips erodes the rake face. This is somewhat
normal for tool wear, and does not seriously degrade the use of a tool until it
becomes serious enough to cause a cutting-edge failure. Can be caused by
spindle speed that is too low or a feed rate that is too high. In orthogonal cutting
this typically occurs where the tool temperature is highest.
iii. glazing occurs on grinding wheels, and occurs when the
exposed abrasive becomes dulled. It is noticeable as a sheen while the wheel is
in motion.
iv. edge wear, in drills, refers to wear to the outer edge of a drill bit around the
cutting face caused by excessive cutting speed. It extends down the drill flutes,
and requires a large volume of material to be removed from the drill bit before
it can be corrected.

Major Features of Wear of Turning Tool:

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 A cutting tool was rejected and further machining stopped based on one or a
combination of rejection criteria:

Some General effects of tool wear include:

I. increased cutting forces

II. increased cutting temperatures
III. poor surface finish
IV. decreased accuracy of finished part
V. May lead to tool breakage
Reduction in tool wear can be accomplished by using lubricants and coolants while
machining. These reduce friction and temperature, thus reducing the tool wear.

Data Sheet:

(machine: lathe machine, operation: turning)

Obs. rpm, depth Feed Operation Flank Wear Average Crater Wear Average
No. N of rate, Time or 1 2 3 Flank 1 2 3 Crater
cut, t so Distance Wear Wear
1.
2.
3.
4.

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Draw the figure of rake surface, principal flank and auxiliary flank with possible
wear:

Figure: Rake Surface with possible wear

Figure: Auxiliary Flank Surface Figure: Principal Flank Surface with

with possible wear possible wear

Question/Answer:
1. Is it possible to eliminate or reduce tool wear? Explain.
2. What is the effect of tool wear on machined surface?
3. Plot the graph tool wear vs time.

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 Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering

LABORATORY MANUAL
For the students of
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
4th Year, 2nd Semester

Student Name :
Student ID :
 Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering (MPE)
IPE 4206: Industrial Simulation Sessional
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students must be prepared for the experiment prior to the class.

2. Report of an experiment must be submitted in the next class.
3. A quiz will be taken on the experiments at the end of the semester.
4. Marks distribution:

Total Marks: 100

Attendance Assignment Quiz
10 20 70

Introduction:

A simulation is the imitation of the operation of a real-world process or system over time. Whether
done by hand or on a Computer, simulation involves the generation of an artificial history of a
system.
The behavior of a system as it evolves over time is studied by developing a simulation model. This
model usually takes the form of a set of assumptions concerning the operation of the system.

Objective
Objective of this sessional is to observe how simulation modeling can be used both as an analysis
tool for predicting the effect of changes to existing systems (Material handling, Scheduling,
assembly, inventory, queuing etc.) & as a design tool to predict the performance of a new systems
under varying sets of circumstances.
 Briefing-1: Introduction to simulation systems, Models & Simulation
Consider a manufacturing firm that is contemplating building a large extension onto one of its
plants but is not sure if the potential gain in productivity would justify the construction cost. It
certainly would not be cost-effective to build the extension and then remove it later if it does not
work out. However, a careful simulation study could shed some light on the question by simulation
the operation of the plant as it currently exists and as it would be if the plant were expanded.
Application areas for simulation are numerous and diverse. Below is a list of some particular kinds
of problems for which simulation has been found to be a useful and powerful tool:
* Designing and analyzing manufacturing systems
* Evaluating hardware and software requirements for a computer system
* Evaluating a new military weapons system or tactic
* Determining ordering policies for an inventory system
* Designing communications systems and message protocols for them
* Designing and operating transportation facilities such as freeways, airports, subways, or
Ports
* Evaluating designs for service organizations such as hospitals, post offices, or fast-food
restaurants
* Analyzing financial or economic systems

A system is defined to be a collection of entities, e.g., people or machines, that act an interact
together toward the accomplishment of some logical end. In practice, what is meant by "the
system" depends on the objectives of a particular study. The collection of entities that compose a
system for one study might be only a subset of the overall system for another. For example, if one
wants to study a bank to determine the number of tellers needed to provide adequate service for
customers who want just to cash a check or make a savings deposit, the system can be defined to
be that portion of the bank consisting of the tellers and the customers waiting in line or being
served. If, on the other hand, the Joan officer and the safety deposit boxes are to be included, the
definition of the system must be expanded in an obvious way. We define the state of a system to
be that collection of variables necessary to describe a system at a particular time, relative to the
objectives of a study. In a study of a bank, exam pies of possible state variables are the number of
busy tellers, the number of customers in the bank, and the time of arrival of each customer in the
bank.

Discrete-event simulation concerns the modeling of a system as it evolves over time by a

representation in which the state variables change instantaneously at separate points in time. (In
more mathematical terms, we might say that the system can change at only a countable number
of points in time.) These points in time are the ones at which an event occurs, where an event is
defined as an instantaneous occurrence that may change the state of the system. Although
discrete-event simulation could conceptually be done by hand calculations the amount of data
that must be stored and manipulated for most real world systems dictates that discrete-event
simulations be done on a digital computer.
 Briefing-2: Simulation of Queuing Systems

Example: A small grocery store has only one checkout counter. Customers arrive at this checkout counter at
random from 1 to 8 minutes apart. Each possible value of inter arrival time is the same probability of
occurrence, as shown in Table 1. The service times vary from 1 to 6 minutes with the probabilities shown in
Table 2. The problem is to analyze the system by simulation for the arrival and service of 20 customers.

Table 1
Time between Arrivals Probability Cumulative Probability Random Digit
(Minutes) Assignment
1 0.125 0.125 001-125
2 0.125 0.250 126-250
3 0.125 0.375 251-375
4 0.125 0.500 376-500
5 0.125 0.625 501-625
6 0.125 0.750 626-750
7 0.125 0.875 751-875
8 0.125 1.000 876-000

Table 2
Service Time (Minutes) Probabiliy Cumulative Probability Random Digit
Assignment
1 0.10 0.10 01-10
2 0.20 0.30 11-30
3 0.30 0.60 31-60
4 0.25 0.85 61-85
5 0.10 0.95 86-95
6 0.05 1.00 96-00

Find out the following:

The average waiting time of a customer
The probability that a customer has to wait in the queue
The proportion of idle time of the server
The average service time of the server
The average time between arrival
The average waiting time of those who wait
The average time a customer spends in the system

Assignment:
In the above exercise let the service distribution be changed to the following

Service Time 1 2 3 4 5 6
(Minutes)
Probability 0.05 0.10 0.20 0.30 0.25 0.10
Develop the simulation table and the analysis for 20 customers. What is the effect of changing the service-
time distribution?
 Briefing-3: Simulation of Inventory System
Example: Suppose that the maximum inventory level M is 11 units and the review period N is 5 days. The
problem is to estimate by simulation (for 5 Cycle) the average ending units in inventory and the number of
days when a shortage condition existed. The distribution of the number of units demanded per day is shown
in table. Lead time is random variable also shown in table. Assume that the orders are placed at the close
of business. Beginning inventory is 3 units and an order of 8 units is scheduled to arrive in 2 days’ time.
Table 1: Random Digit Assignment for Daily Demand

Demand Probability Cumulative Probability Random Digit

Assignment
0 0.10 0.10 01-10
1 0.25 0.35 11-35
2 0.35 0.70 36-70
3 0.21 0.91 71-91
4 0.09 1.00 92-00

Table 2: Random Digit Assignments for Lead Time

Lead Time (Days) Probability Cumulative Probability Random Digit
Assignment
1 0.6 0.6 1-6
2 0.3 0.9 7-9
3 0.1 1.0 0

Find the following:

- Average ending inventory
- Number of days’ shortage condition existed

Assignment: rework the above example for 10 cycles with M=10

 Briefing-4: Simulation on reliability problem
Example: A large milling machine has three different bearings that fall in service. The cumulative
distribution function of the life of each bearing is identical as shown in the table. When a bearing fails, the
mills stops, a repairperson is called, and a new bearing is installed. The delay time of the repairperson’s
arriving at the milling machine is also a random variable, with the distribution given in table 2. Downtime
for the mill is estimated at $5 per minute. The direct on site cost of the repairperson is $15 per hour. It takes
20 minutes to change one bearing, 30 minutes to change two bearings, and 40 minutes to change three
bearings. The bearings cost $16 each. A proposal has been made to replace all three bearings whenever a
bearing fails. Management needs an evaluation of this proposal.
Table 1: Random Digit Assignment for Bearing life

Bearing life (Hours) Probability Cumulative Probability Random Digit

Assignment
1000 0.10 0.10 01-10
1100 0.13 0.23 11-23
1200 0.25 0.48 24-48
1300 0.13 0.61 49-61
1400 0.09 0.70 62-70
1500 0.12 0.82 71-82
1600 0.02 0.84 83-84
1700 0.06 0.90 85-90
1800 0.05 0.95 91-95
1900 0.05 1.00 96-00

Table 2: Random Digit Assignments for Delay Time

Delay Time (Minutes) Probability Cumulative Probability Random Digit

Assignment
5 0.6 0.6 1-6
10 0.3 0.9 7-9
15 0.1 1.0 0

Simulate the problem for 20000 hours of operation. It will be assumed in this problem that the times are
never exactly the same and thus no more than 1 bearing is changed at any breakdown. 16 bearings
changes were made for bearings 1 and 2 but only 14 bearings were required for bearing 3.

Assignment: Rework the simulation of the proposed method using new random digits and 30000 hours.
 Briefing-5: Simulation of Newspaper seller problem
Example: A paper seller buys the papers for 33 cents each and sells them for 50 cents each. Newspapers
not sold at the end of the day are sold as scrap for 5 cents each. Newspaper can be purchased in the bundles
of 10. Thus the paper seller can buy 50, 60, and so on. There are three types of news days, “good”, “fair”
and “poor” of 0.35, 0.45 and 0.20. The distribution of papers demanded on each of these days is given
below:
Table 1: Distribution of paper demand and the respective probability distribution

Demand Demand probability distribution

Good Fair poor
40 0.13 0.23 11-23
50 0.25 0.48 24-48
60 0.13 0.61 49-61
70 0.09 0.70 62-70
80 0.12 0.82 71-82
90 0.02 0.84 83-84
100 0.06 0.90 85-90
The profits are given by the following relationships
Profit = revenue from sales- cost of newspapers- loss profit from excess demand+ salvage from sales of
scarp papers
Determine the optimum number of papers the seller should purchase. This will be accomplished by
simulating demands for 20 day and recording profits from sales each day. (Simulate for 40 newspaper)
Table 2: Random Digit Assignments for Type of Newsday

Types of News days Probability Cumulative Probability Random Digit

Assignment
Good 0.35 0.35 01-35
Fair 0.45 0.80 36-80
Poor 0.20 1.00 81-00

Table 3: Random digit assignment of Newspaper demanded

Demand Cumulative distribution Random Digit Assignment

40 0.03 0.1 0.44 01-03 01-10 01-44

50 0.08 0.28 0.66 04-08 11-28 45-66
60 0.23 0.68 0.82 09-23 29-68 67-82
70 0.43 0.88 0.94 24-43 69-88 83-94
80 0.78 0.96 1 44-78 89-96 95-00
90 0.93 1 1 79-93 97-00
100 1 1 1 94-00

Assignment: Simulate the above example for 50 & 60 newspaper.

 Lab Manual of Computer Simulation
Briefing 1: Variables, script and operations

MATLAB can be thought of as a super-powerful graphing calculator: Remember the TI-83 from calculus?
With many more buttons (built-in functions). In addition it is a programming language MATLAB is an
interpreted language, like Java Commands executed line by line

Help/Docs: help: The most important function for learning MATLAB on your own and to get info
on how to use a function: »help sin>>Help lists related functions at the bottom and links to the
doc: To get a nicer version of help with examples and easy-to- read descriptions: doc sin

To search for a function by specifying keywords: »doc + Search tab

Scripts: Overview

 Scripts are collection of commands executed in sequence written in the MATLAB editor saved
as MATLAB files (.m extension)
 To create an MATLAB file from command-line
 »edit helloWorld.m
 COMMENT: Anything following a % is seen as a comment. The first contiguous comment
becomes the script's help file. Comment thoroughly to avoid wasting time later note that scripts
are somewhat static, since there is no input and no explicit output. All variables created and
modified in a script exist in the workspace even after it has stopped running.
 Exercise: Scripts
 Make a helloWorld script
• When run, the script should display the following text:
 Hello World!
 I am going to learn MATLAB!
 Hint: use disp to display strings. Strings are written between single quotes, like 'This is a string'.
Variable Types

 MATLAB is a weakly typed language. No need to initialize variables! MATLAB supports various
types, the most often used are
 »3.84=64-bit double (default)
 »‘a’=16-bit char
 Most variables you’ll deal with will be vectors or matrices of doubles or chars
 Other types are also supported: complex, symbolic, 16-bit and 8 bit integers, etc. You will be
exposed to all these types through the homework.
 Naming variables
 To create a variable, simply assign a value to a name: »var1=3.1 »myString=‘hello world’
 Variable names: first character must be a LETTER, after that, any combination of letters,
numbers and CASE SENSITIVE! (var1 is different from Var1)
 Built-in variables. Don’t use these names!
 i and j can be used to indicate complex numbers
 pi has the value 3.1415926…
 ans stores the last unassigned value (like on a calculator)
 Inf and -Inf are positive and negative infinity
 NaN represents ‘Not a Number’.
Basic Scalar Operations:

 Arithmetic operations (+,-,*,/) »7/45 »(1+i)*(2+i) »1 / 0 »0 / 0

 Exponentiation (^) »4^2 »(3+4*j)^2
 Complicated expressions, use parentheses »((2+3)*3)^0.1
 Multiplication is NOT implicit given parentheses »3(1+0.7) gives an error
 To clear command window »clc

Built-in Functions:

 MATLAB has an enormous library of built-in functions

 Call using parentheses – passing parameter to function »sqrt(2) »log(2), log10(0.23)
»cos(1.2), atan(-.8) »exp(2+4*i) »round(1.4), floor(3.3), ceil(4.23) »angle(i); abs(1+i);

Transpose:

 The transpose operators turns a column vector into a row vector and vice versa
 »a = [1 2 3 4+i]
 »transpose(a)
 »a'
 »a.'
Operators: element-wise

To do element-wise operations, use the dot: . (.*, ./, .^). BOTH dimensions must match (unless
one is scalar)!

 »a=[1 2 3];b=[4;2;1];
 »a.*b, a./b, a.^b Æ all errors
 »a.*b', a./b’, a.^(b’) Æ all valid
Plotting:
Briefing 2: Visualization and Programming
Briefing 3: Solving Equation and curve fitting
Briefing 4: Advance Method
Briefing 5: Symbolic
 Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)
IPE 4208: Business Communication Seminar
Credit Hour: 1.5

General Guidelines:

1. Students will not be allowed to remain present in the class without formal attire
2. Students have to speak in English in the class
3. Students must submit their assignment weekly
4. A Mock Interview will be taken at the end of the semester

Learning Objective:

This course is designed for the students of Engineering and Technology who need English for
specific purposes in specific situations. It aims at imparting the communication skills that are
needed in their academic and professional pursuits. This is achieved through an amalgamation of
traditional lecture-oriented approach of teaching with the task based skill oriented methodology
of learning.

Marks distribution

Total Marks
Class Performance Assignment Presentation Mock Interview
10 30 30 30
 Contents

 Introduction (1st class)

Assignment
 Introducing thyself
 Where do you want to see yourself after 10 years

 Complaint and Adjustment letter (2nd class)

 How to write a report (3rd class)
 Preparing an effective presentation(4th class)
 Presentation on random topic (5th class)
 Writing an effective resume(6th class)
 Preparing a Tender(7th class)
 LC opening (8th class)
 Business Plan (9th class)
 Business plan presentation & report submission (11th class)
 Mock interview (12th class)
 Introduction
Students will get to know the learning objective of this course and they will be given some crucial
tips to increase their fluency while speaking in English. Each student will get 2 minutes to say
something about them to get accustomed to the environment. They will get an idea about how to
introduce them in a positive manner to leave a longer lasting impression. On the very next day,
they have to submit an assignment on where they want to see them after 10 years within 150 words.

Writing a complaint and adjustment letter

This section covers two closely related types of business letters: complaint letters, which request
compensation for problems with purchases or services, and adjustment letters, which are the
responses to complaint letters. A complaint letter requests some sort of compensation for defective
or damaged merchandise or for inadequate or delayed services. While many complaints can be
made in person, some circumstances require formal business letters. The complaint may be so
complex that a phone call may not effectively resolve the problem; or the writer may prefer the
permanence, formality, and seriousness of a business letter. The essential rule in writing a
complaint letter is to maintain your poise and diplomacy, no matter how justified your gripe is.
Avoid making the recipient an adversary. Replies to complaint letters, often called letters of
"adjustment," must be handled carefully when the requested compensation cannot be granted.
Refusal of compensation tests your diplomacy and tact as a writer.

Report Writing

Students will get a detail demonstration of how to write a formal report on this
topic, they have to prepare a business plan on basis of these learning following the
steps of a formal report writing

Preparing an effective presentation

The key to effective presentations lies in careful preparation. You need to know about your
audience and their expectations; you need to identify your own objectives (do you intend to inform
or persuade your audience?); you need to sequence your information in a logical way and you need
to know the best ways to create and keep the audience’s interest. You should also have your audio-
visual aids ready and in the right sequence and should check that the equipment is in working
order. After this demonstration of how to deliver an effective presentation, students will be
assigned to prepare a presentation. Students have to give a formal presentation on that particular
within a week

Effective Resume Writing

A resume, or résumé, is a concise document typically not longer than one or two pages as the
intended the reader will not dwell on your document for very long. The goal of a resume is to make
an individual stand out from the competition. This is essential for any type of job position. The
objective of this section is to introduce students with effective resume writing which will help
them to prepare their own resume in their near future career.

In this session, students will be taught detail about resume/ cv writing, different types of formats,
different sections of an effective resume and so on.

After the session, the student will be given an assignment to prepare their own resume along with
cover letter for a real job circular.

Preparing a Tender
The ability to write a successful tender is, arguably, your most important business skill. It is worth
investing the time and energy in learning how to do it properly. It is a skill that you will draw on
for all of your working life. But also, your company or your job may depend on your ability to
write winning tenders; such is the direction that business is taking. More and more, people and
businesses are demanding a fair and transparent means of appointing suppliers. Putting work out
to competitive tender is the only way to guarantee fairness and transparency. Here, Students will
learn the steps of writing a successful tender

LC opening
Letters of credit are a payment mechanism, particularly used in international trade. The Seller gets
paid, not after the Buyer has inspected the goods and approved them, but when the Seller presents
certain documents (typically a bill of lading evidencing shipment of the goods, an insurance policy
for the goods, commercial invoice, etc.) to his bank. The bank does not verify that the documents
presented are true, but only whether they “on their face” appear to be consistent with each other
and comply with the terms of the credit. After examination the bank will pay the Seller (or in LC
terms the beneficiary of the letter of credit). In this section, students will learn various stage of
opening LC.
 Business Plan Presentation & Report Submission

A “Business Plan” is a written document describing the nature of the business, the sales and
marketing strategy, and the financial background, and containing a projected profit and loss
statement. It is a “Selling Document” that conveys the excitement and promise of a business to
any potential backers and stakeholders.

The objective of this session is to introduce students about how to write a business plan, what are
the major components of it such as - marketing strategy, financial strategy, operational plan,
organizational management and so on. In this section, students are given a detail lecture on
business plan, its definition, types of business plan, major contents of a plan etc.

At the end of the brief session, students have to submit a detail business plan on a particular
assigned topic with a report and formal presentation under a fixed budget limit.

Interview tips and tricks

In this portion, students will develop an in depth idea about approaching a job interview. Pros and
cons of cracking an interview will be the prime concern in this segment. By following some easy
steps, one can increase the chances of success at interviews. First, remember that job interviews
should be a process of two-way communication. Not only are they a tool for employers to use to
evaluate a person, but they are also an opportunity for aspirant to assess the job, the organization,
and to see if there is a "fit." The keys to a successful interview are preparation and practice. Self-
evaluation is most important for you to think about yourself and your past experiences in order to
be ready to articulate what you have to offer an employer. Some most frequently asked interview
questions and their tricky answers will also be discussed. In the very next class a mock interview
will be conducted to give students a complete overview of nailing a job interview.