Machine Design
Machine Design
UNIVERSITY
MACHINE DESIGN
APJ ABDUL KALAM TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
End Semester
Exam Internal Exam
Course No Name L T P Credits
Slot Marks Marks Duration
(hrs)
Advanced Engineering 4 0 0 40 60 3 4
A 08ME6011
Mathematics
Advanced Mechanics of 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
B 08ME6021
Solids
C 08ME6031 Theory of Vibrations 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
D 08ME6041 Design Engineering 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
E 08ME6051 Elective-1 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
F 08GN 6001 Research Methodology 0 2 0 100 0 0 2
G 08ME6071 Seminar – I 0 0 2 100 0 0 2
Advanced Measurements 0 0 2 100 0 0 2
H 08ME6081
Lab
Total Credits: 22
Elective - 1
Semester : II
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Exam Internal Exam
Course No Name L T P Credits
Slot Marks Marks Duration
(hrs)
Advanced Machine 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
A 08ME6012
design
Advanced Mechanisms 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
B 08ME6022
Design and Simulation
C 08ME6032 Advanced FEA 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
D 08ME6042 Elective-2 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
E 08ME6052 Elective-3 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
F 08ME6062 Mini Project 0 0 4 100 0 0 2
G 08ME6072 CAD Lab 0 0 2 100 0 0 2
Total Credits: 19
Elective - 2
Elective - 3
Semester : III
End Semester
Exam Internal Exam
Course No Name L T P Credits
Slot Marks Marks Duration
(hrs)
A 08ME7013 Elective 4 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
B 08ME7023 Elective 5 3 0 0 40 60 3 3
C 08ME7033 Seminar- II 0 0 2 100 0 0 2
D 08ME7043 Project (Phase I) 0 0 12 50 0 0 6
Total Credits: 14
Elective - 4
Semester : IV
End Semester
Exam Internal Exam
Course No Name L T P Credits
Slot Marks Viva Voce
Year: 2015
Course objective:
To provide a better knowledge about the concepts like beta gamma functions,
Tensor analysis and Integral transforms.
To provide a better knowledge of problems relevant to partial differential equations
and Integral equations.
Syllabus:
Beta Gamma functions ; Bessel functions; Recurrence relations and orthogonality property ;
Tensor Analysis ; Laws of Transmations ; Integral Transforms ; Initial and Boundary value
problems ; Integral Equations ; Relations between Integral and Differential equations ;
Partial differential equations ; Conformal Transformations.
Course outcome:
By end of the course, the students will have a thorough knowledge about Integral,
differential and partial differential equations.
The students will be able to solve the mathematical problems associated with Integral,
differential and partial differential equations.
The students will be well versed with Beta gamma functions and conformal transformations.
Text Books:
References:
MODULE : 2
Tensor Analysis - Range and summation conventions – Laws of
transmations of covariant, Contra variant and mixed tensors,
additions, multiplications, quotient rule etc. 9 15
MODULE : 4
Integral Equations - Equations of ii kind - relation between integral and
differential equations- solutions by transforms of derivatives -
solutions of initial and boundary value problems. 9 15
MODULE : 6
10 20
Conformal transformations-Schwarz- Christoffel transformations.
08ME6021 ADVANCED MECHANICS OF SOLIDS
Pre requisites: Nil Credits: 3-0-0:3
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Introduction to theory of elasticity; plane stress and plane strain; Differential equation of
equilibrium, compactibility, biharmoic equation; Mohr’s circle; two dimensional problems
in rectangular co-ordinates, Saint vanent’s principle; Two dimensional problems in polar co-
ordinates; Pure bending of curved bars, rotating discs, stresses in circular discs; shear
center; buckling of shafts; Thin rectangular plates; governing differential equation; Navier
solution for rectangular plates carrying a uniformly distributed load; contact stresses ;
Theory of plasticity; Von Mises and Tresca criteria for isotropic materials; introduction to
viscoelasticity; Rheological model, Maxwell and kelvin model and for four element Maxwell-
kelvin model.
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand the concept of theory of elasticity, pasticity, contact stress
and co-ordinate system; also they can able to solve the problems of shear center, buckling
of shafts by torsion.
Text Books:
References:
MODULE : 6
Theory of Plasticity: Fundamental aspects of general inelastic
behaviour. Structural metals under tension, compression combined
stress-yield conditions, Von Mises and Tresca criteria for isotropic
metals. Loading function. Introduction to Viscoelasticity: Rheological 7 20
models, Maxwell model, Kelvin model and for four elements Maxwell-
Kelvin model.
08ME6031 THEORY OF VIBRATIONS
Pre requisites: Nil Credits: 3-0-0:3
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand the concept of vibration and importance of damping, also
they can able to solve the problems of two degree of freedom system.
Text Books:
References:
MODULE : 6
Vibration instrumentation – displacement, velocity and acceleration –
sensors- electro dynamic and electromagnetic devices – strain gauge
accelerometers – piezo electric accelerometers – digital
7 20
accelerometers – signal conditioning – shock measurements –
vibration exciters –calibration.
08ME6041 DESIGN ENGINEERING
Pre requisites: Nil Credits: 3-0-0:3
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
Students have successfully complete this course will have demonstrated an ability to
understand the basic requirements of design.
Make conceptual and preliminary design, select materials, carryout stress analysis and
finalise the product design.
Text Books:
References:
Year: 2015
Course objective:
To impart knowledge of fluid power, fluid systems and fluid control devices.
To provide knowledge about pneumatic systems, circuits and their design.
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand the concept of fluid power and pneumatic power, also they
can able to design fluid and pneumatic systems with suitable circuits.
Text Books:
1. Pippengar, John J. and Koff, Richard M, “Fluid Power Controls” Mcgraw Hill, 1959.
2. Pippengar, John J. and Hicks, Tyler G, Industrial Hydraulics” McGraw Hill 1979.
References:
1. Kirshner, Joseph M, “Fluid amplifiers”, McGraw Hill, 1966.
2. Krishner, Joseph M. and Silas Katz, “Design Theory of Fluidic Components”,
Academic press, 1975.
3. Dr. Heinza Zoebl. Techn, “Fundamentals of Hydraulic Circuitry”, Iliffe, 1970.
4. Leskiewics H.J. and Zarhmba M, “Pneumatic and Hydraulic components and
instrumentations in automatic controls”, International Federation of Automatic
Control, 1980.
COURSE PLAN
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
Students have successfully complete this course will have demonstrated an ability to
understand the basic fundamentals of Mechatronics system.
They will be familiarize with PLC and microprocessor programming and be able to write
program for 8085 microprocessor and Programming logic controllers.
Text Books:
References:
1. Bradley, D.A.Dawson, D, Buru, N.C and Loader, A.J., “Macaronis”, Chapman and
Hall, 1993.
2. Lawrence J.Kamm, “Uderstanding Electro – Mechanical Engineering, An introduction
to Mechatronics,” Prentice – Hall, 2000
3. Ghosh, P.K. and Sridhar, P.Or 0000 to 8085, “Introduction to Microprocessors for
Engineers and Scientists”, Second Edition, Prentice Hall, 1995.
COURSE PLAN
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand the recent techniques in computer aided manufacturing
and different types of codes for part programming.
Text Books:
1. Vera B Anand, “Computer Graphcis and Geometric Modeling, for Engineers”, John
Wiley, New Delhi, 2000
2. C.S.Krishnamoorthy, “Finite Element Analysis”, Tata McGraw Hill, 1994
COURSE PLAN
Course Objectives:
The main objective of the course is to provide a familiarization with research methodology
and to induct the student into the overall research process and methodologies. This course
addresses:
The scientific research process and the various steps involved formulation of research
problem and research design, design of experiments, thesis preparation and
presentation, research proposals, publications and ethics; Important research methods in
engineering.
As a tutorial type course, this course is expected to be more learner centric and active
involvement from the learners are expected which encourages self-study and group
discussions. The faculty mainly performs a facilitator’s role.
Syllabus:
Overview of research methodology - research process - scientific methods - research
problem and design - research design process - formulation of research task, literature
review and web as a source - problem solving approaches - experimental research - ex post
facto research.
Thesis writing - reporting and presentation - interpretation and report writing - principles of
thesis writing- format of reporting, oral presentation - seminars and conferences Research
proposals - research paper writing - publications and ethics - considerations in publishing,
citation, plagiarism and intellectual property rights. Research methods – modelling and
simulation - mathematical modeling – graphs - heuristic optimization – simulation modeling
- measurement design – validity – reliability – scaling - sample design – data collection
methods and data analysis
.
Course Outcome:
At the end of course, the student will be able to:
Discuss research methodology concepts, research problems, research designs, thesis
preparations, publications and research methods.
Analyze and evaluate research works and to formulate a research problem to pursue
research
Prepare a thesis or a technical paper, and present or publish them
Apply the various research methods followed in engineering research for formulation and
design of own research problems and to utilize them in their research project.
Reference Books:
1. C. R. Kothari, (2004) “Research Methodology, Methods and Techniques”, New Age
International Publishers
2. R. Panneerselvam,(2014) “Research Methodology”, PHI Learning
3. K. N. Krishnaswamy, Appa Iyer Sivakumar, M. Mathirajan, (2006) ) “Management
Research Methodology, Integration of principles”, Methods and Techniques, Pearson
Education
4. Deepak Chawla, Meena Sondhi,(2011) “Research Methodology – concepts & cases”, Vikas
Publishing House
5. J.W. Bames, “Statistical Analysis for Engineers and Scientists”, McGraw Hill, New York
6. Schank Fr.,(2008) “Theories of Engineering Experiments”, Tata Mc Graw Hill Publication.
7. John W Best, James V Kahan, (2010) “Research in Education”, PHI Learning
8. Sinha, S. C. and Dhiman, A. K. (2002), “Research Methodology”, ESS Publications. (2
volumes)
COURSE PLAN
MODULE: 1
Overview of Research Methodology: Research concepts – meaning – objectives –
motivation - types of research –research process – criteria for good research – problems
encountered by Indian researchers - scientific method - research design process
MODULE: 2
Research Problem and Design: Formulation of research task – literature review –methods –
primary and secondary sources – web as a source – browsing tools - formulation of research
problems – exploration - hypothesis generation - problem solving approaches –Concepts of
introduction To TRIZ-experimental research – principles – Laboratory experiment -
experimental designs - ex post facto research- qualitative research
MODULE: 3
Thesis writing, reporting and presentation: significance of report writing-–– principles of
thesis writing- different steps in report writing Interpretation in writing – techniques of
interpretation – precautions in interpretation - format of reporting - – layout and mechanics
of research report -references – tables – figures – conclusions – oral presentation –
preparation – making presentation – use of visual aids - effective communication -
preparation for and presentation in seminars and conferences
MODULE: 4
Research proposals, publications, ethics and IPR: Research proposals - development and
evaluation –research paper writing – layout of a research paper - journals in engineering –
considerations in publishing –concept of impact factor–citations - open access publication -
ethical issues -plagiarism – software for plagiarism checking intellectual property right-
patenting case studies .
MODULE: 5
Research methods – Modelling and Simulation: Modelling and Simulation – concepts of
modelling –mathematical modelling - composite modelling –modelling with – ordinary
differential equations – partial differential equations – graphs-heuristics and heuristic
optimization - simulation modeling
MODULE: 6
Research Methods – Measurement, sampling and Data acquisition: Measurement design –
errors -validity and reliability in measurement - scaling and scale construction - sample
design - sample size determination - sampling errors -data collection procedures - sources of
data – data collection methods - data preparation and data analysis
08ME6071 SEMINAR - I
Credit:0-0-2:2
Year: 2015
Each student shall prepare a seminar paper on any topic of interest related to the core /
elective courses being undergone in the first semester of the M.Tech programme. He/she
shall get the paper approved by the Programme Coordinator/Faculty Members in the
concerned area of specialization and shall present it in the class in the presence of Faculty in
charge of seminar class. Every student shall participate in the seminar. Grade will be
awarded on the basis of the student’s paper, presentation and his/her participation in the
seminar.
Goals: This course is designed to improve written and oral presentation skills and to develop
confidence in making public presentations, to provide feedback on the quality and
appropriateness of the work experience, and to promote discussions on design problems or
new developments or ethical and safety issues in the workplace.
List of Experiments
1. Preparation and calibration of Photo elastic sheets
2. Preparation of Photo elastic models like Discs, Beams and Columns
3. Stress determination for different models having regular shapes, loaded conventionally,
and comparison, of result with theoretical values.
4. Measurement of strains for different shapes, by different arrangements of strain gauges
5. Determination & verification of natural frequency of Tran serve vibration of beams with
different end conditions.
6. Determination and verification of Logarithmic Decrement of a damped system.
7. Determination and verification of Displacement, Velocity, Acceleration and phase lag of
forced vibration systems.
8. Vibration signature analysis of different existing machines such as Lathe, Grinder, Blower
etc.
SEMESTER 2
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Course outcome:
Students have successfully completed this course will an ability to understand different
failure modes of mechanical components.
They will be able to estimate fatigue life and predict the component life in use.
Text Books:
References:
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand the concept of degree of freedom and the kinematics
fundamentals. Also they have obtained a very good knowledge in different analysis and
synthesis of different mechanisms. Their design and drafting skills will improve by using
modern software’s.
Text Books:
1. Sandor G.N., and Erdman A.G., “Advanced Mechanism Design Analysis and
Synthesis”, Prentico Hall, 1984.
2. Shigley, J.E., and Uicker, J.J., “Theory of Machines and Mechanisms”, McGraw Hill,
1995.
References:
Year: 2015
Course objective:
To get knowledge of bending of plates and shells, non-linear and dynamic problems
To provide knowledge about fluid mechanics and heat transfer problems and error
estimates and adaptive refinement methods.
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand and solve different non-linear problems, fluid mechanics
and heat transfer problems using different FEA iterative techniques.
Text Books:
1. Zienkiewicz, O.C. and Taylor, R.L., “The Finite Element Method”, Fourth Edition,
Volumes 1 &2, McGraw Hill International Edition, Physics Services, 1991.
2. Cook R.D., “Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis”, John Wiley and
Sons Inc., Newyork, 1989.
References:
COURSE NO: 08ME 6032 COURSE TITLE : ADVANCED FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS
(L-T-P : 3-0-0) CREDITS:3
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Introduction; Types of fibers and matrices; characteristics of fibers and matrices; smart
materials; mechanics and performance, reinforced lamina, interlaminar stresses; fatigue and
impact properties, manufacturing processes ,analysis of composite materials, design; failure
predictions; laminate design considerations; bolted and bonded joints design.
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand about composite materials, fabrication process, mechanics
and analysis of composite materials.
Text Books:
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Friction – mechanism of friction, measuring friction, equations and models in friction; Wear
– Types, mechanism, mapping, measurements, wear resistance materials ; Surface
treatment, surface modifications and surface coatings; Hydrodynamic lubrication,
Hydrostatic lubrication; Reynold’s equation; Journal bearings and hydrostatic bearing
design; Bearing geometry and kinematics, load rating and life prediction, torque calculation,
temperature analysis, endurance testing and failure analysis; Liquid and solid lubricants;
Principles of Aerospace eccentric bearing test mechanism; Engine Tribology, Tribology in
manufacturing.
Course outcome:
Students will be able to understand the concept of Tribology and importance of lubrication
and bearings. They will be able to design bearings and predict their life and do the failure
analysis. Also students can apply tribology concepts in space and automotive applications.
Text Books:
References:
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Forces And Strain Measurement; strain Gauge, Principle, Types, Performance and Uses.
Photo Elasticity, Principle and Application, Morie Fringe, Electronic Load Cells, Proving Rings,
Calibration of Testing Machines. Vibration measurements; Characteristics of structural
vibrations, LVDT, vibration meter, seismograpohs, Vibration analyzer, display and recording
of signals, digital data acquisition systems. Acoustics and wind flow measures; Principles of
pressure and flow measurements, wind tunnel structural analysis, structural modelling and
model analysis. Distress measurements; diagnosis of distress in structure, measurements,
corrosion of Reinforcement in concrete, damage. Non destructive testing methods; Load
testing on structures, building, bridges and towers, Emission ultrasonic testing principles
and application.
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand the concept of strain measurement, various instruments
for measuring vibration, distress measurements and non destructive testing methods
Text Books:
1. L.S.Srinath et al, “Experimental Stress Analysis”, TATA mcgraw Hill Company, New
Delhi, 1984
2. JW Dalley and WF Riely,” Experimental Stress Analysis”, MC Graw Hill BookCompany
N.Y. 1991
References:
1 Sadhu Singh, “ Experimental Stress Analysis” , Khanna Publishers, New Delhi, 1996.
2. R.S.Sirohi, HC Radhakrishna,” Mechanical Measurements”, New AgeInternational(P)
Ltd. 1997
3. F.KGaras, J.L. Clarke and GST Armer, “Structural Assessment”, Butterworth London,
1987
4. D.E.Bray & R.K.Stanley. “ Non – destructive Evaluation””, MC Graw Hill Publishinig
Company, N.Y.1989.
COURSE PLAN
COURSE NO: 08ME 6042 (C) COURSE TITLE : EXPERIMENTAL STRESS ANALYSIS
(L-T-P : 3-0-0) CREDITS:3
Course Objective:-
Syllabus:
Course Outcome:
To know the mechanical elements and optimum design principles of optimization. In design
field optimization plays optimal role compared to conventional design. Applications of
optimization are large with multi-disciplinary field.
Text Book:
Reference Book:
Credit: 3-0-0:3
Course objective:
To understand the fundamentals of single degree, two degree and multi degree
freedom system.
To provide a thorough knowledge about the methods for controlling vibrations.
To provide knowledge in condition monitoring, machine maintenance and predictive
maintenance of machines.
Syllabus:
Review of single, two and multi degree freedom system; Numerical methods in Vibration
analysis; Methods for Vibration control; Smart materials-types and characteristics; Condition
monitoring; Machine maintenance techniques; Predictive maintenance and signature
analysis; Diagnostic maintenance; Dynamic balancing and alignment of machinery;
Alignment methods; Shaft to coupling spool method.
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand the concept of single, two and multi degree freedom
system. Also they have obtained a very good knowledge in different methods for vibration
control, machine maintenance and predictive maintenance of machines. Also they will have
a thorough knowledge in dynamic balancing and alignment of machinery.
Text Books:
References:
COURSE NO: 08ME 6052 (B) COURSE TITLE : VIBRATION CONTROL AND
CONDITION MONITORING (L-T-P : 3-0-0) CREDITS:3
Course objective:
Stress analysis for modern pressure vessels, membrane stress analysis of vessel shell
components; Thermal Stresses-Discontinuity stresses in pressure vessels, excessive elastic
deformation, plastic instability, brittle, rupture, creep; Supports for short vertical vessels –
stress concentration; Theory of reinforcement; Use of ASME codes in pressure vessel design;
Elastic buckling of cylinders under external pressure; Effect of supports on Elastic Buckling of
Cylinders; Design of circumferential stiffeners; Design of covers –vessels that can survive
fatigue, shock, high pressure, high temperature, corrosion; Vessels resistant to external high
pressures found in undersea; Design of tube- sheets.
Course outcome:
Students will be able to design pressure vessels. They will be able to do the design analysis
based on the stresses acting and also failure mechanisms involved. Also students can apply
vessel design concepts in high temperature and high pressure applications.
Text Books:
References:
COURSE NO: 08ME 6052 (C) COURSE TITLE : DESIGN OF PRESSURE VESSELS AND
PIPING (L-T-P : 3-0-0) CREDITS:3
Credits: 0-0-4:2
The students have to do a mini project during the second semester itself. The mini project
work is allotted individually on different topics. The students shall be encouraged to do their
project work in the parent institute itself. If found essential, they may be permitted to do
their project outside the parent institute. The mini project should be in the field of
Mechanical Engineering and particularly relevant to the specialization of Machine Design.
The students have to submit a report of the undergone project and present the contents of
the report before the evaluation committee constituted by the Department. An internal
evaluation will be conducted for examining the quality and authenticity of contents of the
report and award the marks at the end of the semester.
Objective:-
Students must be trained in 3D Modelling and Finite Element Software such as Pro-E,
Solid Works, CATIA, ANSYS, NASTRAN or COSMOS, as part of the Lab exercise.
Computer aided drafting : Use of AutoCAD or Drawing Editor for 2-D drafting
plan/elevation/side view, etc.
3D Solid modelling: part creation, surface generation and sold modelling of machine
parts, assembly of parts (simple exercises only).
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Course outcome:
Students have successfully completed this course will an ability to understand use of
fracture mechanics.
They will be in the position to analyse the crack growth and arrest the crack growth further
and save the structure from catastrophic failure involving human life.
Text Books:
References:
1. Kanninen, M.F and Popelar, C.H, “Advanced fracture mechanics”, Oxford University
Press, 1985.
2. Knott, J.F., “Fracture in engineering materials”, Butterworth, 1973.
3. Hortezberg, R.W., “Determination of fracture mechanics of engineering materials”, Wiley,
1983.
COURSE PLAN
COURSE NO: 08ME 7013(A) COURSE TITLE : Fracture Mechanics and Design
(L-T-P : 3-0-0) CREDITS:3
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
At the end of this course students can able to understand the major theories, approaches
and methodologies used in CFD.
TEXT BOOKS
1. Fletcher, C.A.J., “Computational Techniques for Fluid Dynamics”, Vols. I and II, Springer -
Verlag, Berlin, 1988.
2. John F. Wendt (Editor), “Computational Fluid Dynamics - An Introduction”, Springer –
Verlag, Berlin, 1992
References:
1. Charles Hirsch, “Numerical Computation of Internal and External Flows”, Vols. I and II.
John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1988.
2. Klaus A Hoffmann and Steve T. Chiang. “Computational Fluid Dynamics for
Engineers”, Vols. I & II Engineering Education System, P.O. Box 20078, W. Wichita, K.S.,
67208 - 1078 USA, 1993.
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
Students can able to understand the concept of vibration and importance of damping; also
they can able to solve the problems of two degree of freedom system.
Text Books:
References:
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
By end of the course, the students will have a thorough knowledge about research work and
the design of experiments.
The students will be able to create the mathematical model for the measured output
responses and to predict the desired values of input parameters.
Text Books:
References:
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Syllabus:
Course outcome:
By end of the course, the students will have a thorough knowledge about the configuration
and components of Robot.
The students will be able to solve the direct kinetics problem and to obtain the inverse
kinematics solution using various formulations studied.
The students will be well versed with the types, components, configuration and control of
the Robot.
Text Books:
References:
1. F.L’ ttole, J M Kauffmann, Pierre Andree’ and J P Taillard, “Robot Components and
systems Volume IV” Prentice Hall, 1983 edition
2. F N Nagy, Andras Seigler, “Engineering foundations of Robotics” Premtice Hall
India, New Delhi, 1987.
COURSE PLAN
Year: 2015
Course objective:
Course outcome:
Text Books:
1. M.P.Groover and E.W Zimmers, “CAD/CAM – Computer aided design and manufacture”,
Prentice Hall, INDIA, 1984 .
2. P Radhakrishnan, S Subramanyan, “CAD/CAM/CIM”, New Age Publishers, 1994.
References:
Each student shall prepare a seminar paper on any topic of interest related to the core /
elective courses being undergone in the third semester of the M.Tech programme. He/she
shall get the paper approved by the Programme Coordinator/Faculty Members in the
concerned area of specialization and shall present it in the class in the presence of Faculty in
charge of seminar class. Every student shall participate in the seminar. Grade will be
awarded on the basis of the student’s paper, presentation and his/her participation in the
seminar.
Goals: This course is designed to improve written and oral presentation skills and to develop
confidence in making public presentations, to provide feedback on the quality and
appropriateness of the work experience, and to promote discussions on design problems or
new developments or ethical and safety issues in the workplace.
Objective:
To improve the professional competency and research aptitude by touching the
areas which otherwise not covered by theory or laboratory classes. The project work aims to
develop the work practice in students to apply theoretical and practical tools/techniques to
solve real life problems related to industry and current research.
The project work should be a project in Machine Design stream. The project work is
allotted individually on different topics. The students shall be encouraged to do their project
work in the parent institute itself. If found essential, they may be permitted to do their
project outside the parent institute. Department will constitute an Evaluation Committee to
review the project work. The Evaluation committee consists of at least three faculty
members of which internal guide and another expert in the specified area of the project
shall be two essential members.
The student is required to undertake the masters research project phase-I during the
third semester and the same is continued in the 4th semester.(Phase-II). Phase-I consists of
preliminary thesis work, two reviews of the work and the submission of preliminary report.
First review would highlight the topic, objectives, methodology and expected results.
Second review evaluates the progress of the work, preliminary report and scope of the work
which is to be completed in the 4th semester.
Objectives:
To improve the professional competency and research aptitude by touching the
areas which otherwise not covered by theory or laboratory classes. The project work aims to
develop the work practice in students to apply theoretical and practical tools/techniques to
solve real life problems related to industry and current research.
Project phase-II is a continuation of project phase-I started in the third semester.
Before the end of the fourth semester, there will be two reviews, one at middle of the
fourth semester and other towards the end. In the first review, progress of the project work
done is to be assessed. In the second review, the complete assessment (quality, quantum
and authenticity) of the Thesis is to be evaluated. Both the reviews should be conducted by
guide and Evaluation committee. This would be a pre qualifying exercise for the students for
getting approval for the submission of the thesis. At least one technical paper is to be
prepared for possible publication in journal or conferences. The technical paper is to be
submitted along with the thesis. The final evaluation of the project will be external
evaluation.