VGP Eme Notes

EME / 18EME14/24 Department of Mechanical Engg, VVIET, Mysuru
ELEMENTS OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

18EME14/24
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MODULE - 2
TURBINES and PUMPS
STEAM TURBINES
INTRODUCTION
Steam turbine is one of the most important and widely used prime movers in India for driving generators
to produce electricity. It can generate power ranging from 1 MW to 1,000 MW. The main objective of
steam technology is to extract maximum amount of energy from steam. Modern steam turbine power
plants have thermal efficiency up to 40%. Steam turbines are used in electricity generation,
transportation, irrigation, shipping, sugar, chemical and textile industries.
STEAM EXPANSION IN THE NOZZLE
 Usually a superheated high enthalpy (high heat) steam with negligible velocity enters a
convergent-divergent type of nozzle. The nozzle is stationary and is well insulated to reduce heat
loss to the atmosphere.
 During its movement, steam expands and its enthalpy reduces. The reduction of enthalpy is
converted into kinetic energy (high velocity) of steam (loss of enthalpy of steam is converted
into gain in its velocity).
 The steam gains high velocity at the throat itself. The divergent part helps in converting the
remaining steam into high velocity and avoids spreading of steam.
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CLASSIFICATION OF STEAM TURBINES
1. Based on principle of operation

 Impulse turbines: Steam expands only in the nozzle. There is not much difference in inlet and
outlet steam pressure over turbine blades. Change in momentum leads to work.
 Reaction turbines: Steam expands continuously as it passes over the blades. It results in reaction
and generates more kinetic energy.
 Combination of impulse and reaction turbines: In these turbines, drop of enthalpy and pressure
takes place in nozzle and also on blades. Drop in pressure causes reaction and change in
momentum causes force generation. It is called impulse-reaction turbine.
2. Based on direction of flow

 Axial flow turbines: Steam flows along the axis of the main shaft. It is used in high capacity
power plants.
 Reaction flow turbines: In these turbines, steam flows in radial direction. These are used in low
capacity power plants and are used to meet demand in peak load.
3. Based on heat flow

 Single heat supply: These turbines have single steam supply and steam gets exhausted after work
is done.
 Dual heat supply: Here steam at different pressures enters at two stages but have single exhaust
after work has been done.
 Reheat turbines: Steam after doing work in stages, is reheated using superheaters and again gets
expanded in turbine (work done). This type is used when steam condensation on blades is to be
avoided, to overcome corrosion of blades.
4. Based on heat rejection

 Pass-out turbines: these are used for dual purpose. First, a portion of steam after doing work is
extracted between the stages to carry out other functions as needed. Remaining steam does the
work and get exhausted.
 Back pressure turbines: These turbines exhaust the steam after work is done at a constant
pressure. The steam at back pressure is used for other applications (sugar industries use such
turbines)
5. Based on number of cylinders (casing)

 Single cylinder: Here the turbine has only one cylinder (casing) and hence only one power
output.
 Double cylinder: Here the turbine has only two cylinders (casing) and hence two power outputs.
 Multi-cylinder: Here the turbine has more than two cylinders (casing) and hence more than two
power outputs.
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6. Based on inlet steam conditions

 Low pressure turbines: These turbines operate at 1.2 to 2 bar pressure.
 Medium pressure turbines: These turbines operate at 2 to 40 bar pressure.
 High pressure turbines: These turbines operate at more than 40 bar pressure.
7. Based on rotational speed

 Constant speed turbines: These operate at constant speeds. These maintain the frequency of AC
power.
 Variable speed turbines: These are provided with gear box to provide variable speed outputs.
Such turbines drive compressors, blowers, ships and variable frequency generators.
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION OF IMPULSE TURBINES
 In the impulse turbines, most of the energy of the steam is converted into kinetic energy by a
single nozzle or a set of nozzles.
 The high velocity steam coming out of the nozzle is made to glide over a moving blade. The
blades are so designed that steam is made to change its direction of motions and velocity. These
changes result in maximum change in momentum of steam. Therefore, maximum force is
generated according to Newton‟s second law of motion.
 Since the impelling action of steam jet on the turbine blades causes them to rotate in the same
direction as that of the propelling force, these turbines are called impulse turbines.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION OF REACTION TURBINES
 High pressure steam is made to pass over the blades without expansion in the nozzle unlike
impulse turbines. The blades are so designed that steam passing over it expands.
 When steam flows over turbine blade, pressure drop and change in direction occurs. Thus, a
reaction is created and this acts as force on blades. The change in direction and velocity of steam
causes change in momentum of the blades. Thus the net force acting on the blades is the sum of
reaction force and change in momentum as shown in the diagram. Hence it called reaction
turbine.
De Laval TURBINE (IMPULSE TURBINE)
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 It is an impulse turbine. Steam is initially expanded in a nozzle from high pressure to low
pressure and from low velocity to high velocity.
 The high velocity steam coming out of the nozzle is made to glide over a curved vane called
blade.
 The change in direction of steam leads to a change in momentum of the blades, therefore a
change in force is created (centrifugal force).
 The steam particles exert centrifugal pressure all along their path on blades. The resultant of this
causes the blades to move. When a number of such blades are fitted on a circular wheel called
rotor, steam moves the rotor continuously.
 In the DeLaval turbine (impulse), steam is expanded initially in a nozzle from its high pressure to
low pressure and from low velocity to high velocity at the exit of the nozzle. The velocity of the
steam gradually decreases as it glides over the blade surface.
 These turbines produce mechanical power by the combined action of resultant of centrifugal
forces and change in velocity of steam.
 Figure shows the pressure-velocity diagram of the DeLaval turbine operation. Pressure drop in
the nozzle is represented by the curve AB. As there is no change in pressure while steam flows
over the blades, it is shown by the horizontal line BC. Velocity increase of steam in nozzle is
shown by the line PQ and velocity reduction on the blades is shown by the line QR.
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PARSON‟S TURBINE (REACTION TURBINE)
 Here, the high pressure does not expand in the nozzle, but instead directly passes over the turbine
blades. Turbines blades are specially designed to cause the nozzle effect.
 Pressure drops continuously when steam passes over the blades causing simultaneous increase in
its velocity. This causes a reaction force enough to sustain the blade motion. In addition of
reaction force of steam, there is also centrifugal force caused by the change of direction of steam.
Thus the net force acting on blades is a vector sum of centrifugal and reaction forces.
 The actual reaction turbine called the impulse-reaction turbine consists of a number of rows with
moving blades as well as fixed blades fixed alternatively as shown in the figure.
 The high pressure steam passing over the first row of fixed blades undergoes drop in pressure
with increase in its velocity. Then it enters first row of moving blades where its pressure further
drops and velocity is converted into mechanical energy by way of rotation of the rotor. Again
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this enters second row of fixed blades and this process continues till all the energy in the steam is
exhausted.
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GAS TURBINES
 A gas turbine is similar to steam turbine but instead of using steam to produce power, it makes
use of hot gases of combustion directly to produce mechanical power.
 A gas turbine consists of a combustion chamber in which liquid fuel is burnt in presence of
compressed air. The air compressor sucks the air from the atmosphere and compresses it, thereby
increasing its pressure.
 In the combustion chamber, the compressed air mixes with fuel and is burnt.
 The combustion gases at high pressures are made to pass over moving blades of the turbine,
which results in its rotation. This is the mechanical power thus produced.
CLASSIFICATION OF GAS TURBINES
1. Closed cycle gas turbine and,

2. Open cycle gas turbine.
CLOSED CYCLE GAS TURBINE
 Consists of a compressor, a heater, a cooler and the gas turbine.

 Both the compressor and gas turbine are mounted on the same shaft.
 The compressed air coming out of compressor is heated by the heater.
 The high pressure and high temperature gas is made to pass over turbine blades, where it
expands and thus its pressure drops.
 The gas coming out of turbine is made to pass through cooler where it is cooled. The low
pressure, cooled gas enters the compressor again and it is compressed. This cycle repeats.
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OPEN CYCLE GAS TURBINE
 Consists of a compressor, combustion chamber and the gas turbine.

 Both the compressor and turbine rotor are mounted on the same shaft.
 The atmospheric air is drawn and compressed to high pressure by the compressor.
 The high pressure air coming out

of the compressor is heated in the
combustion chamber by burning fuels.
 High pressure and high
temperature air is the made to pass over
turbine blades, where it expands and
thus its pressure drops.
 The air/gas coming out of turbine
is exhausted into the atmosphere and is
not used again. Again the compressor
draws fresh air from atmosphere and
compresses it and this continues.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN OPEN CYCLE AND CLOSED CYCLE GAS TURBINES
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WATER TURBINES
Hydraulic or water turbines are the machines which convert kinetic and potential energies of water into
mechanical power. They produce hydro-electric power.
Dams are constructed across water to create reservoirs. Water is carried from these dams to the turbines
through large pipes called penstocks. Water drives the turbines and thus mechanical power is developed
which is converted into electrical power by the generators coupled with the turbines.
CLASSIFICATION OF WATER TURBINES
1. Impulse turbine (e.g. Pelton wheel, Girad, Banki, Jonval turbines etc.) and,
2. Reaction turbine (Francis, Kaplan, Propeller, Thompson turbines).
IMPULSE WATER TURBINE
 In an impulse turbine, the whole of pressure energy of water is converted into high kinetic
energy in nozzles before it is passed on to the turbine.
 The water comes out of the nozzle as a jet at high velocities. This high velocity water jet is made
to strike a series of curved vanes (blades) mounted on the periphery of the rotor. The rotor is
keyed to a shaft.
 The impulsive force of the jet exerted on the curved blades sets the wheel in to rotation (rotates
the wheel) in the direction of jet impingement.
 Water flowing over blades will be at atmospheric pressure as high pressure of water is converted
to its high kinetic energy in the nozzle.
 An impulsive turbine requires high head (height or potential energy) and low discharge (flow
rate) at the inlet of the turbine.
REACTION WATER TURBINE
 A reaction water turbine requires low head and high discharge or flow rate.
 The water passed onto the turbine will have both pressure and kinetic energies.
 First, water passes through the guide blades which divert the water to enter the blades called
moving blades, mounted on the turbine.
 A part of pressure energy is converted in to kinetic energy of water which is absorbed by the
turbine wheel.
 Water leaving the turbine blades will be at a low pressure.
 The difference of pressure at the entry and the exit of the blades is called reaction pressure. This
pressure difference sets up the turbine wheel in to rotation in the opposite direction.
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PELTON WHEEL
 Most commonly used type of impulse water turbine and works under high head and, low flow
rate of water.
 Water at high head (height) is supplied to a nozzle which controls its flow. During this, the
pressure energy of water is converted in to kinetic energy.
 The jet of water coming out of nozzle impinges on the curved blades known as pelton cups of the
pelton wheel.
 This impulsive force rotates the pelton wheel. The pressure inside the turbine casing will be
atmospheric pressure.
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FRANCIS TURBINE
 Francis turbine is a medium-head

reaction turbine in which water flows radially
inwards.
 It consist of a spiral casing with a
number of stationary guide blades fixed all
around the circumference of an inner ring of
moving blades forming the runner, which is
fixed to the turbine shaft.
 Water at high pressure enters through
the inlet of the casing and flows radially
inwards to the outer periphery of the runner
through the guide blades. From the runner, it
flows inwards through the moving vanes and
comes out at low pressure.
 During this flow, it imparts kinetic
energy to the runner and hence the runner
rotates. To discharge (outlet) the water at low pressure, a conical tube called draft tube is fitted at
the centre of the runner.
 The other end of the draft tube is immersed in the discharging side of the water called tail race.
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KAPLAN TURBINE
 The Kaplan turbine is a low head reaction turbine in which water flows axially.
 All the parts of the turbine are similar to
that of Francis turbine except the runner and the
draft tube.
 The runner of the Kaplan resembles the
propeller of a ship, hence it is also called
propeller turbine.
 Water at high pressure enters the turbine
casing through the inlet and flows over the
guide blades. The water from the guide blades
strikes the runner blades axially imparting the
kinetic energy to rotate it.
 The water is discharged (outlet) at the
centre of the runner into an L-shaped draft tube
with its discharging end immersed into the tail
race.
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MODULE - 3
I.C. ENGINES
INTRODUCTION
An internal combustion (I.C.) engine is basically a heat engine in which combustion takes place inside
the engine. The fuel supplies the thermal (heat) energy when it burns inside the I.C. engine. E.g. petrol
engine, diesel engine etc.
An engine in which combustion takes place outside the engine is called external combustion (E.C.)
engine. E.g. Steam engine.
Many experimental engines were developed till 1878. But the breakthrough in engine technology was
achieved when German engineer Otto built the famous Otto (petrol-operated) engine.
THE BASIC PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The basic mechanism used in an IC engine is a piston which moves linearly inside the engine cylinder
and force is applied on this piston due to fuel combustion. Due to this force acting on the piston, the
piston moves and hence work is done which is utilized in various domestic and industrial applications.
The reciprocating motion (linear motion) of the piston is converted into rotary motion with the help of
linkages.
APPLICATIONS OF IC ENGINES
 They find wide applications in transportation in the form of road, rail, airway and water way
engines.
 They are used in electrical power generation.
 They are used in civil engineering (construction) and industrial applications.
 IC engines have replaced steam engines used in transportation.
 They are efficient than boilers since they are light in weight.
CLASSIFICATION OF I.C. ENGINES
IC engines are classified based on:

1. Thermodynamic cycles
 Otto cycle known as constant volume cycle.
 Diesel cycle known as constant pressure cycle.
 Dual cycle which is a combination of both constant volume and constant pressure.
 Other cycles: Stirling cycle, Ericsson cycle, Lenoir cycle, Atkinson cycle and Brayton cycle.
2. Type of fuel used

 Engines using volatile liquid fuels ignited by spark ignition (S.I. engines) or compression
ignition (C.I. engines). (S.I. engines - Spark Ignition engines ; C.I. engines - Compression
Ignition engines).
 Engines using gaseous fuels like CNG, LPG, blast furnace gas, biogas etc.
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 Engines using solid fuels in the form of coal and charcoal which are combusted externally
(outside the engine cylinder).
 Dual fuel engines which use a mixture of fuels to improve efficiency and/or economy.
3. Method of charging
 Naturally aspirated engines in which air or sir-fuel mixture (A/F mixture) which is close to
atmospheric pressure is admitted in to the engine.
 The air or A/F mixture is first compressed to higher pressure and then let in to the engine.
4. Number of strokes
 Two stroke and four stroke engines.
5. Applications
 Stationary engines and mobile engines.
6. Cooling of engine
 Air-cooled, water-cooled and liquid-cooled engines.
7. Type of ignition
 Battery ignition and magneto ignition.
8. Speed-based
 High speed, medium speed and low speed engines.
9. Power-based
 High power, medium power and low power engines.
10. Cylinder arrangement

 Single cylinder (for low power), and
 Multicylinder (uses more than on e cylinder to generate power. Multicylinder engines are
classified as:
o In-line cylinders: Here all cylinders are arranged linearly in the engine.
o „V‟-engines: Here the cylinders are arranged in the form of the letter „V‟ and two cylinders
transmit power to a single mechanism.
o Radial engines: Cylinders are arranged radially around a common power transmission
arrangement.
11. Type of motion

 Reciprocating engines and rotary engines.
BASIC PROCESSES
The reciprocating IC engine, in an operating cycle, has the following processes involved:
 Fuel and its oxidizer (air).
 Ignition of fuel to convert chemical energy into thermal energy.
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 Generation of force to produce output power, and

 Exhaust of the burnt gases.
MAJOR PARTS OF AN IC ENGINE
1. Cylinder block: The cylinder block is the main supporting structure for engine components. It
houses cylinders, cylinder head and water jacket (in case of water-cooled engines) or cooling fins
(air-cooled engines). The bottom portion of the cylinder block is called crank case where lubricating
oil sump is present.
2. Cylinder: This is the cylindrical portion in which the piston moves up and down. The varying
volume inside the cylinder is due to reciprocation of the piston, which finally leads to generation of
force.
3. Cylinder head: The top end of the cylinder is closed by a removable cylinder head. The cylinder
head consists of two valves the inlet valves and the exhaust valves.
4. Piston: It is an air-tight and gas-tight movable cylindrical component which reciprocates inside
the cylinder. Working fluid h=generates force on the piston which transmits power to the moving
linkages.
5. Combustion chamber: This is the space between the piston and the cylinder head where
combustion of fuel takes place. Here the fuel releases thermal energy and exerts high pressure and
temperature on the piston.
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6. Inlet manifold: This is the [passage which connects the intake gas into the inlet valve of the
engine and through which air or A/F mixture is drawn in to the cylinder.
7. Inlet and exhaust valves: These are mechanical members which are provided at the top or side of
the cylinder for intake of charge and exhaust of gases. In a two stroke engine, valves are replaced by
ports which open and close by the surface of the piston.
8. Spark plug or injector: The SI engine has spark plug and the CI engine has injector for the fuel to
be ignited. They are normally mounted on top of the cylinder.
9. Connecting rod: It links the piston with the crank and transmits the force exerted by the gases on
the piston. Its small end is connected to the piston using a gudgeon pin and the big end is connected
to the crank pin.
10. Crank: Crank transmits the motion given by the connecting rod to the rotary motion of the
crankshaft. One end of the crank is connected to the connected rod and the other end to the
crankshaft.
11. Crankshaft: It is the principal rotating component of any engine through which power is
transmitted to the wheels or other systems. It is enclosed in a crank case where lubricating oil is
present and using splash method, the shaft bearing and the connecting road are lubricated.
12. Piston rings: These are fitted to the slot provided around the piston and form a tight seal between
cylinder and the piston wall.
 Compression rings: The compression rings press the cylinder walls hard, forming a tight seal
between the piston and the cylinder. This prevents escape of high pressure gases into the crank case.
 Oil rings: The function of oil rings is to extract the lubricating oil from the cylinder walls and
send it back to the oil sump (crank case) through the holes provided on the piston.
13. Cams: These are connected to the camshaft using a simple gear arrangement and operate at half
the speed of the crankshaft. Cams have followers, push rod and rocker arm linked to the inlet and
outlet valves.
14. Flywheel: It is mounted on the crankshaft and eliminates the cyclic fluctuations created by gases
inside the engine. It is heavy circular mass gets energy during power stroke and gives it back during
other strokes of the engine.
15. Carburettor: It is provided in the petrol engine for proper mixing of air and fuel.
16. Feed pump: It is provided in the diesel engine to pump fuel to the injector which is kept on the
cylinder head.
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IC ENGINE TERMINOLOGY
1. Bore: The inside diameter of the cylinder is called bore.

2. Top dead center (TDC): The extreme position of the piston nearer to the cylinder head is called
top dead center or TDC.
3. Bottom dead center (BDC): The extreme position of the piston nearer to the crankshaft is called
bottom dead center or BDC.
4. Stroke: It is the linear distance travelled by the piston from the TDC to BDC or BDC to TDC.
5. Clearance volume (Vc): It is the volume of cylinder above the top of the piston, when the piston
is at the TDC.
6. Swept volume or Stroke volume (Vs): It is the volume swept by the piston as it moves from BDC
to TDC or TDC to BDC.
7. Compression ratio (RC): The ratio of the total cylinder volume to the clearance volume is called
the compression ratio.
8. Total cylinder volume = Stroke volume (Vs) + Clearance volume (Vc)
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9. Piston Speed: The average speed of the piston is called „piston speed‟.
Piston Speed = 2 . L . N
where L = Stroke length in m (metres); N = Speed of engine in rpm (rev per min).
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4-STROKE PETROL ENGINE
The working principle of a 4-stroke Petrol engine is based on theoretical Otto cycle. Hence it is also
known as Otto cycle engine. A 4-stroke petrol engine performs four different strokes to complete one
cycle. The working of each stroke is shown in the figure below and its details have been discussed
further.
Working of a 4-stroke petrol engine

1. Suction stroke
At the beginning of the stroke, piston is in TDC and during the stroke, the piston moves from TDC to
BDC. The inlet valve opens and the exhaust valve will be closed. As the piston moves downwards,
suction is created in the cylinder as a result, fresh air-petrol mixture (charge) is drawn into the cylinder
through the inlet valve. As the piston reaches BDC, the suction stroke completes and inlet valve closes.
The suction stroke is represented by the line AB on P- V diagram as shown in the figure.4.
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P-V diagram
2. Compression stroke
At the beginning of the stroke piston is in BDC and during the stroke the piston moves from BDC to
TDC. Both inlet and exhaust valves are closed. As the piston moves upwards, the air -petrol mixture in
the cylinder is compressed adiabatically. The pressure and temperature of the charge increases and this
is shown by the curve BC on the P- V diagram. When the piston reaches the TDC, the spark plug ignites
the charge. The combustion of the fuel takes place at the constant volume and is shown by a line CD on
the P- V diagram. The compression ratio in petrol engines ranges from 7:1 to 11:1.
3. Power stroke/Expansion stroke/Working stroke

At the beginning of the stroke, piston is in TDC and during the stroke piston moves from TDC to BDC.
Both inlet and exhaust valves remain closed. The combustion of fuel liberates gases and these gases
starts expanding. Due to expansion, the hot gases exert a large force on the piston and as a result the
piston is pushed from TDC to BDC. The power impulse is transmitted down through the piston to the
crank shaft through the connecting rod. This causes crankshaft to rotate at high speeds. Thus work is
obtained in this stroke. Hence, this stroke is also called working stroke. Also gas expands and does work
on the piston so this stroke is also called an expansion stroke.
The expansion of gases is adiabatic in nature and this is shown by the curve DE on P- V diagram. As the
piston reaches the BDC, the exhaust valve opens. A part of the burnt gases escape through the exhaust
valve out of the cylinder due to their own expansion.
4. Exhaust stroke
At the beginning of the stroke piston is in BDC and during the stroke the piston moves from BDC to
TDC. The inlet valve is closed and exhaust valve is opened. As the piston moves upward, it forces the
remaining burnt gases out of the cylinder to the atmosphere through the exhaust valve. This is shown by
the line EB and SA on P- V diagram. When the piston reaches the TDC, the exhaust valve closes and
this completes the cycle.
In the next cycle the piston which is at TDC moves to BDC thereby allowing fresh charge to enter the
cylinder and the process continues. The working principle of a 4-stroke diesel engine is based on
theoretical diesel cycle. Hence it is also called diesel cycle engine.
4-STROKE DIESEL ENGINE
A 4-stroke diesel engine performs four different strokes to complete one cycle of operation. The 4
different strokes are
1. Suction Stroke
2. Compression Stroke
3. Power Stroke (Expansion Stroke or Working Stroke)
4. Exhaust Stroke
The details regarding the working of each stroke and the theoretical diesel cycle have been shown in the
respective diagrams.
Working of 4-Stroke Diesel Engine
1. Suction stroke
At the beginning of the stroke piston is in TDC and during the stroke, piston moves from TDC to BDC.
The inlet valve opens and the exhaust valve will be closed. The downward movement of the piston
creates suction in the cylinder and as a result, fresh air is drawn into the cylinder through the inlet valve.
When the piston reaches the BDC, the suction stroke completes and this is represented by the line AS on
P-V diagram as shown in the figure.
P-V diagram
2. Compression stroke
At the beginning of the stroke piston is in BDC and during the stroke piston moves from BDC to TDC.
Both inlet and the exhaust valves are closed. As the piston moves upwards, air in the cylinder is
compressed to a high pressure and temperature. The compression process is adiabatic in nature and is
shown by the curve BC in P-V diagram. At the end of the stroke, the fuel (diesel) is sprayed into the
cylinder by fuel injector. As the fuel comes in contact with the hot compressed air, it gets ignited and
undergoes combustion at constant pressure. This process is shown by the line CD on PV diagram. At the
point D fuel supply is cutoff. The compression ratio ranges from 16:1 to 20:1.
3. Power stroke / Expansion stroke/ Working stroke

At the beginning of this stroke, piston is in TDC and during the stroke, piston moves from TDC to BDC.
Both inlet and the exhaust valve remain closed. As combustion of fuel takes place, the burnt gases
expand and exert a large force on the piston. Due to this, piston is pushed from TDC the BDC. The
power impulse is transmitted down through the piston to the crank shaft through the connecting rod.
This causes the crankshaft to rotate at high speeds. Thus work is obtained in this stroke.
The expansion of gases is adiabatic in nature and this is shown by the curve DE on P- V diagram. When
the piston reaches the BDC, the exhaust valve opens. A part of burnt gases escapes through the exhaust
valve out of the cylinder due to self expansion. The drop in pressure at constant volume is shown by the
line EB on P- V diagram.
4. Exhaust stroke
At the beginning of the stroke piston is in BDC and during this stroke, piston moves from BDC to TDC.
The inlet valve is closed and the exhaust valve is opened. As the piston moves upward, it forces the
remaining burnt gases out of the cylinder through the exhaust valve. This is shown by the line SA on P-
V diagram. When the piston reaches the TDC the exhaust valve closes. This completes the cycle.
In the next cycle the piston which is at the TDC moves to BDC thereby allowing fresh air to enter into
the cylinder and the process continues.
TWO STROKE ENGINES
In a 2-stroke engine, ports are present in the cylinder in place of valves. The ports are the openings in the
cylinder opened and closed by the movement of piston within the cylinder. There are three ports, namely
1. Inlet port: Through which admitting of charge into the crankcase takes place.
2. Transfer port: Through which the charge is transferred from the crankcase to the cylinder.
3. Exhaust port: Through which the burnt gases are discharged out of the cylinder.
In a 2-stroke engine, piston performs two different strokes or crankshaft completes one revolution to
complete all the operations of the working cycle. In these engines there are no suction and exhaust
strokes, instead they are performed while the compression and power strokes are in progress. Based on
the type of fuel used, 2-stroke engines are classified as 2-stroke petrol engines and 2-stroke diesel
engines.
2-STROKE PETROL ENGINE
2-Stroke petrol engine works on the principle of theoretical Otto cycle. The two different strokes
performed are first stroke (downward stroke) and second stroke (upward stroke).
Note: The table below shows the opening and closing of the different ports with respect to the position
of the piston with in the
cylinder.
EME / 15EME14/24 Karthik S (SK), Asst Professor in Mechanical Engg, VVIET, Mysuru-28
Position of
the piston Inlet port Exhaust port Transfer port
TDC
Opens Closes Closes
Opens Opens
BDC Closes
1. First Stroke (Downward Stroke)
At the beginning of this stroke, the piston is in the TDC as shown in the figure. At this position, inlet
port is opened and hence fresh air petrol mixture enters into the crank case. At this position, compressed
air-petrol mixture present in the cylinder in the previous cycle is ignited by the spark generated by the
spark plug. The combustion of fuel releases hot gases which increases the pressure in the cylinder. The
high pressure gases exert a pressure on the piston and hence the piston moves from TDC to BDC. Thus
piston performs power stroke. The power impulse is transmitted from the piston to the crankshaft
through the connecting rod. This causes the crankshaft to rotate at high speeds. Thus work is obtained in
this stroke.
As the piston moves downwards, it uncovers the exhaust port and hence burnt gases escape out of the
cylinder as shown in the figure. As piston moves downwards further, opens the transfer port and the
charge in the crank case is compressed by the underside of the piston as shown in figure. The
compressed charge from the crankcase rushes into the cylinder through the transfer port as shown in fig.
(c). The charge entering the cylinder drives away the remaining exhaust gases through the exhaust port.
The process of removing the exhaust gases with the help of fresh charge is known as scavenging. The
piston is provided with a projection at its top known as 'deflector'. The purpose of providing a deflector
is to deflect the fresh charge coming through the transfer port to move towards the top end of the
cylinder. By doing this, the fresh charge will be able to drive the entire burnt gases out of the cylinder.
2. Second Stroke (Upward Stroke)
At the beginning of the stroke, piston is in BDC and it covers the inlet port as shown in the figure (c)
and stops the flow of fresh charge into the crankcase. During the stroke, piston ascends and moves
towards TDC. As the piston moves upwards, it closes the transfer port, there by stopping the flow of
fresh charge into the cylinder as shown in figure. Further upward movement of the piston closes
the exhaust port and actual compression of the charge begins. In the mean time, the inlet port is opened
and the upward movement of piston creates suction in the crankcase. Fresh charge enters into the
crankcase through the inlet port as shown in figure. The compression of the charge in the cylinder
continues till the piston reaches the TDC. This completes the cycle.
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Comparison of Petrol engine (S.I. engine) and Diesel engine (C.I. engine)
(S.I. - Spark Ignition; C.I. - Compression Ignition)
SI.
Petrol Engine (S.I. Engine) Diesel Engine (C.I. Engine)
No
1. Draws a mixture of petrol and air dur- Draws only air during suction stroke.
ing suction stroke .
2. The carburetor is employed to mix air The injector is employed to inject the
and petrol in the required proportion fuel at the end of compression stroke.
and to supply it to the engine during
suction stroke.
3. Compression ratio ranges from 7: 1 to Compression ratio ranges from 18:1 to
12: I 22:1
4. The charge (Le petrol and air mixture) The ignition of the diesel is
is ignited with the help of spark plug. accomplished by the compressed
This type of ignition is called spark air which will have been heated due
ignition. to high compression ratio, to the
temperature higher than the ignition
temperature of the diesel. This type of
ignition is called compression ignition.
5. The combustion of fuel takes place The combustion of fuel takes place
approximately at constant volume. approximately at constant pressure.
6. Works on theoretical Otto Cycle. Works on theoretical Diesel Cycle.
7. Power developed is less. Power developed is more.
8. Thermal efficiency is low. Thermal efficiency is high.

It is up to about 26% It is up to about 40%.
9. These are high speed engines These are low speed engines.
10. The maintenance cost is less. The maintenance cost is more.
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11. The running cost is high because of The running cost is low because of
the higher cost of petrol. lower cost of diesel
12. Lighter and cheaper because of low Heavier and costlier because of high
compression ratio compression ratio.
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Comparison between 2-Stroke and 4-Stroke I.C. Engines
SI.
2-Stroke Engine 4-Stroke Engine
No
1. Requires two separate strokes to Requires four separate strokes to
complete one cycle of operation. complete one cycle of operation.
2. Power is developed in every revolu- Power is developed for every
tion of the crankshaft revolutions of the crankshaft.
3. The inlet, transfer and exhaust The inlet and exhaust are opened and
ports are opened and closed by the closed by the valves.
movement of piston itself.
4. Turing moment is not uniform and Turing moment is uniform and hence
hence requires a heavier flywheel. Requires lighter flywheel.
5. The charge is first admitted into the The charge is directly admitted in to
crankcase and then transferred to the the engine cylinder during the suction
engine cylinder. stroke.
6. For the same power developed the For the same power developed the
engine is heavy and bulky. Engine is light and compact.
7. Thermal efficiency is low. Thermal efficiency is high.
8. Requires greater lubricant and Requires lesser lubricant and coolant.
coolant.
9. Fuel consumption is more. Fuel consumption is less.
10.
Initial cost is less. Initial cost is more.
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MODULE - 5
MACHINE TOOLS AND MACHINE TOOL OPERATIONS
INTRODUCTION
Cutting tools
Tools which are used to separate or remove material stock from the work piece are known as
cutting tools. E.g. hack saw blade, single point cutting tools, drill bit etc.
Machine tools
Machine tools are the power tools or machines which enable the removal of excess stock of
material from the work piece. E.g. Lathe, drilling machine, milling machine etc.
LATHE
 Lathe is a widely used machine tool for turning operations.

 Lathe is usually used for removing material from the job which is rotated and a
cutting tool is fed in to the job to cause cutting action.
 Lathe is generally used for machining cylindrical jobs.
(The words „job‟, „stock‟, „workpiece‟, ‟work‟, „material‟ are used
interchangeably)
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WORKING
PRINCIPLE  The work
OF A LATHE piece is hold
firmly in the
work holding
device called the
chuck and is
supported by the
dead center as
shown in the
figure.
 The chuck
is rotated at a
particular speed
by some
mechanisms and
the single point
cutting tool is
moved against
the rotating work
piece to facilitate
the removal of
material. The tool
material will be
harder than the
workpiece
material.
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PARTS OF A LATHE
(The diagram above is not included in the syllabus. It is for reference and
understanding only)
LATHE OPERATIONS
1. Turning
Turning is a lathe operation in which the cutting tool removes metal from the outside diameter
of a workpiece. In other words, reduction in the diameter of the workpiece due to cutting is
called turning. Depending upon the job requirement, the turning operations include:
 Straight turning
 Stepped turning
 Taper turning
 Contour turning.
 The figure shows the principle of a metal

cutting operation using a single point cutting tool on
a lathe. The workpiece is supported between the two
centres (live and dead centres i.e. between
headstock and tailstock) which permit the rotation
of the workpiece.
 A single point cutting tool is fed
perpendicular to the axis of the workpiece to a
known depth of cut and is then moved parallel to
the workpiece. This method of machining operation
in which the workpiece is reduced to the cylindrical
section of required diameter is called turning.
 Turning is done to reduce the diameter of
the work piece, usually to a specified dimension,
and to produce a smooth finish on the metal.
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 A taper may be defined as a uniform

increase or decrease in the diameter of the
workpiece.
 Taper turning is an operation on a lathe
to produce conical surface on the workpiece. It
is done by either two ways: 1. with the
workpiece mounted coaxial with the axis of the
lathe centres and cutting tool being moved
linearly inclined to the lathe centres, and 2. the
workpiece is mounted at inclined angle with
the lathe centres and the cutting tool being
moved parallel along the axis of the lathe.
 In the first case, taper turning can be done either by swiveling the compound rest or by
using a taper turning attachment. In the second case, taper turning is done by offsetting
the tailstock.
Taper turning by swiveling the compound rest

 This method, as shown in the figure, is
more suitable for workpieces which require steep
taper over short lengths.
 The compound tool rest is swiveled to the
required taper angle and then locked in that
angular position. The compound tool rest has a
rotating base with angles graduated in degrees.
 The carriage is also locked at that position.
 For taper turning, the compound tool rest
is moved linearly at an angle so that the cutting
tool produces the tapered surface on the
workpiece.
 This method is limited to short taper lengths due to the limited movement of the
compound tool rest.
2. Facing
 Facing is defined as an operation performed on a lathe to produce either flat surface or
shoulder at the end of the workpiece.
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 In facing, the direction of feed given is
perpendicular to the axis of the lathe. The workpiece
is held in the chuck and the facing tool is fed either
from the end of the workpiece towards its centre or
vice versa.
 Axial movement of the tool can be avoided
by locking the carriage.
 Roughing cuts can be given from any end of
the workpiece, but finishing cuts should be given
only from the centre to the outer edge of the
workpiece.
 The facing tool used is of round edge. If the tool is pointed, it will not result in good
surface finish of cut.
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3. Knurling
 Knurling is defined as a lathe operation of producing serrated surfaces on the

workpiece using a special tool called knurling tool, which impresses its patterns on the
workpiece surface.
 A typical knurling tool is shown in the figure. It consists of one upper roller and one
lower roller on which the desired impression pattern is present.
 The serration or impression pattern can be straight or diamond-shaped. The serrated
surfaces are produced for applications in which grip is required to hold the part.
 The knurling tool is held in the tool post such that the upper and lower rollers of the
knurling tool touch the surface of the workpiece. Usually a low speed and low feed is
used while machining using a knurling tool.
4. Thread Cutting
 A thread is a helical groove formed on a cylindrical or conical rod. Thread cutting is
the operation of producing helical grooves on a cylindrical or conical surface. Threads
may be square or „V‟ threads. The threads of any pitch, shape and size can be cut on a
lathe. A single-point cutting tool (V-tool or square tool) is used to cut threads on the
work piece. It is of two types: external thread cutting and internal thread cutting.
 Here the tool is moved longitudinally with a uniform motion while the workpiece is
rotating at a uniform speed. By maintaining an appropriate gear ratio between the
spindle on which the workpiece is mounted and the lead screw of the lathe, a screw
thread of required pitch can be cut.
 During thread cutting, both work piece and lead screw rotate at the same speed. The
pitch of the lead screw is equal to pitch of workpiece. To cut threads, the tool is
brought in contact with the workpiece. The tool is moved along the axis, generates the
threads on the workpiece. This process is repeated several times till the required depth,
pitch and finish is obtained. To produce V-threads, a pointed tool is used. To cut
square threads, the tool is ground to a squared end.
OTHER LATHE OPERATIONS
Drilling
It is a lathe operation by which an axial hole is created in a solid workpiece. It is done using a
special multi-point cutting tool called a drill.
Reaming
It is an operation by which the surface of a drilled hole is finished. It is done using a special
multi-point tool called a reamer.
Boring
It is an operation by which a drilled hole is enlarged in diameter. It is done using a single-

point cutting tool called a boring bar.
DRILLING AND DRILLING OPERATIONS
Drilling
Drilling is the operation of producing a cylindrical hole by removing

material using the rotating edge of a cutting tool called the drill. It is
generally called a twist drill since it has long twisted edges along the
length of the tool. Drilling is one of the simplest methods of producing a
hole.
Reaming
 Reaming is an accurate way of sizing and finishing a hole which

has been previously drilled (or reaming is an accurate way of sizing and
finishing an already drilled hole).
 The hole, in actual practice, is drilled undersize. The speed of the
spindle is made half of that of drilling and automatic feed may be
employed. The tool used for reaming is called a reamer, which has
multiple cutting edges.
 Reaming removes a small amount of material and makes the hole
more smooth, straight and more accurate in diameter.
Tapping
 Tapping is an operation of cutting internal threads using

a tool called a tap. A tap is a fluted, threaded tool used for
producing internal threads in drilled holes.
 The hole drilled is made smaller than the actual size as it
gets enlarged during tapping operation.
 Tapping is carried out in the same way as that of drilling
operation but with using a tapping attachment in the drilling
machine. Spindle speeds are kept very low during tapping.
Boring
 It is an operation of enlarging an existing hole by

means of an adjustable cutting tool with only one cutting
edge, called a boring tool.
 When a suitable size drill is not available, initially a
hole is drilled to its nearest required diameter and using a
single-point cutting tool, the hole is further enlarged in its
diameter. It is done through the whole length of the hole.
Counter-Boring
 It is an operation of enlarging an end of a

hole and the tool used is called a counter-bore.
Counter-boring forms an enlarged recess or
shoulder in the existing hole.
 The counter-boring tool will have a small
projection called pilot to guide the tool while
cutting. The diameter of the pilot will always be
equal to the diameter of the existing hole.
Interchangeable pilots are also available for
different sizes of holes.
 Counter-boring cutting speed is usually
two-thirds of that used for drilling.
 Counter-boring is done to accommodate
socket head screws, grooved nuts or round head bolts.
Counter-Sinking
 It is an operation of making a cone-

shaped enlargement at the end of a hole. it is
also used for deburring the holes (deburring
means removal of burrs or uneven surfaces
produced during drilling).
 The cutting speeds is usually half of that
of that used for drilling.
 Countersunk holes are used when
accommodating countersunk screws.
MILLING AND MILLING OPERATIONS
Milling
Milling is a metal cutting operation in which the operating tool is a slow revolving cutter
having cutting teeth at its outer periphery. The milling cutter is a multipoint cutting tool.
Plain Milling
 Plain milling (slab milling) is a

process used to mill flat surfaces of
workpiece in such a way that the
milling cutter axis is parallel to the
surface of that is being milled.
 Figure illustrates the plain
milling operation carried out on a
workpiece using a horizontal milling
machine tool.
End Milling
 End milling is a
process of milling which
is used to mill slots,
pockets and keyways in
such a way that the axis
of the milling cutter is
perpendicular to the
surface of the workpiece.
 The advantage of
end milling is that cutting depths of up to half of the diameter of the milling cutter can
be achieved.
Slot Milling
 Slot milling is a process of milling slots using a

different type of milling cutter called a slot drill, which
has the capacity to cut through solid materials.
 Slot drill is majorly used in cases where it takes
a lot of time to pre-drill a hole from an end mill and
when there is not enough space for the end mill to
plunge in to helical motion.
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MODULE - 5
ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION
ROBOTICS
INTRODUCTION
An industrial robot is a general-purpose, programmable machine possessing certain

anthropomorphic characteristics. The most obvious anthropomorphic characteristic of an
industrial robot is its mechanical arm, which is used to perform various industrial tasks. Other
human-like characteristics arc the robot's capability to respond to sensory inputs,
communicate with other machines, and make decisions. These capabilities permit robots to
perform a variety of useful tasks.
The development of robotics technology followed the development of numerical control and
the two technologies are quite similar. They both involve coordinated control of multiple axes
(the axes are called joints in robotics), and they both use dedicated digital computers as
controllers. Whereas NC machines are designed to perform specific processes (e.g.,
machining, sheet metal hole punching, and thermal cutting), robots are designed for a wider
variety of tasks. Typical production applications of industrial robots include spot welding,
material transfer, machine loading, spray painting, and assembly.
The word „robot‟ has been coined from the Czech word „robota‟ meaning forced worker.
Reasons for the commercial and technological importance of industrial robots include the
following:
• Robots can be substituted for humans in hazardous or uncomfortable work environments.
• A robot performs its work cycle with a consistency and repeatability that cannot be attained
by humans.
• Robots can be reprogrammed. When the production run of the current task is completed, a
robot can be reprogrammed and equipped with the necessary tooling to perform an altogether
different task.
• Robots are controlled by computers and can therefore be connected to other computer
systems to achieve computer integrated manufacturing.
CLASSIFICATION OF ROBOTS (based on robot configuration)
1. Polar configuration
This configuration consists of a sliding arm (L joint)

actuated relative to the body, that can rotate about both a
vertical axis (T joint) and a horizontal axis (R joint).
2. Cylindrical configuration
This robot configuration consists of a vertical column,

relative to which an arm assembly is moved up or down. The
arm can be moved in and out relative to the axis of the
column. Our figure shows one possible way in which this
configuration can be constructed, using a T joint to rotate the
column about its axis An L joint is used to move the arm
assembly vertically along the column, while an O joint is
used to achieve radial movement of the arm,
3. Cartesian coordinate robot
Other names for this configuration include rectilinear robot

and x-y-z robot. It is composed of three sliding joints, two of
which are orthogonal.
4. Jointed-arm robot (Spherical configuration)
This robot manipulator has the general configuration

of a human arm. The jointed arm consists of a vertical
column that swivels about the base using a T joint. At
the top of the column is a shoulder joint (shown as an
R joint in the figure), whose output link connects to an
elbow joint (another R joint).
APPLICATIONS OF ROBOTS
1. Hazardous work environment for humans.

When the work environment is unsafe, not healthful, hazardous, uncomfortable, or otherwise
unpleasant for humans, there is reason to consider an industrial robot for the work. In addition
to die casting, there are many other work situations that are hazardous or unpleasant for
humans, including forging, spray painting, continuous arc welding, and spot welding.
Industrial robots are utilized in all of these processes.
2. Repetitive work cycle.

A second characteristic that tends to promote the use of robotics is a repetitive work cycle. If
the sequence of elements in the cycle is the same, and the elements consist of relatively
simple motions. A robot is usually capable of performing the work cycle with greater
consistency and repeatability than a human worker Greater consistency and repeatability are
usually manifested as higher product quality than can he achieved in a manual operation.
3. Difficult handling for humans.

If the task involves the handling of parts or tools that are heavy or otherwise difficult to
manipulate, it is likely that an industrial robot is available that can perform the operation.
Parts or tools that are too heavy for humans to handle conveniently arc well within the load
carrying capacity of a large robot.
4. Multi-shift operation.
In manual operations requiring second and third shifts, substitution of a robot will provide a
much faster financial payback than a single shift operation. Instead of replacing one worker,
the robot replaces two or three workers.
5. Infrequent changeovers,
Most batch or job shop operations require a changeover of the physical workplace between
one job and the next. The time required to make the changeover is non-productive time since
parts are not being made. In an industrial robot application, not only must the physical setup
be changed, but the robot must also be reprogrammed, thus adding to the downtime.
Consequently, robots have traditionally been easier to justify fur relatively long production
runs where changeovers arc infrequent. As procedures for off-line robot programming
improve, it will be possible to reduce the time required to perform the reprogramming
procedure. This will permit shorter production runs to become more economical.
6. Part position and orientation are established in the work cell.

Most robots in today's industrial applications are without vision capability. Their capacity to
pick up an object during each work cycle relies on the fact that the part is in a known position
and orientation. A means of presenting the part to the robot at the same location each cycle
must be engineered.
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ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF ROBOTS
ADVANTAGES
 Robots can replace humans where work load or fatigue due to working conditions is
more.
 Can work in hazardous environments, where humans are difficult to work.
 Can be used in monotonous jobs (repetitive work cycles), where chances of human
errors are more.
 They can work faster and accurately than humans.
 Can be programmed and used remotely (e.g. machining, mining, disaster management
etc.)
 Robots are equipped with sensors and safety monitoring, thus reducing frequent
worker/operator‟s attention on robots.
DISADVANTAGES
 Cost of robots is comparatively high.

 Cannot replace humans where intelligence and decision-making are dynamic and
critical.
 Use of robots leads to increased unemployment, especially in developing countries
like India.
 Even though robots can work on their own, some portion of the work of the operator is
to be spent on monitoring them.
 Requires power or some form of energy for working.
 Designing robots is very complex and is an integration of several fields of
engineering, requiring a number of engineers from different domains (mechanical,
electronic, electrical, software engineering etc.).
 Robots require frequent repair/maintenance.
AUTOMATION
DEFINITION
Automation is the technology by which a process or procedure is accomplished without

human assistance. It is implemented using a program of instructions combined with a control
system that executes the instructions. To automate a process, power is required, both to drive
the process itself and to operate the program and control system. Although automation can be
applied in a wide variety of areas, it is most closely associated with the manufacturing
industries.
TYPES OF AUTOMATION
1. Fixed automation,
2. Programmable automation, and
3. Flexible automation.
1. Fixed Automation
Fixed automation is a system in which the sequence of processing (or assembly) operations is
fixed by the equipment configuration. Each of the operations in the sequence is usually
simple, involving perhaps a plain linear or rotational motion or an uncomplicated combination
of the two; for example, the feeding of a rotating spindle. It is the integration and coordination
of many such operations into one piece of equipment that makes the system complex. Typical
features of fixed automation are:
• High initial investment for custom-engineered equipment
• High production rates
• Relatively inflexible in accommodating product variety
The economic justification for fixed automation is found in products that are produced in very
large quantities and at high production rates. The high initial cost of the equipment can be
spread over a very large number of units, thus making the unit cost attractive compared with
alternative methods of production. Examples of fixed automation include machining transfer
lines and automated assembly machines.
2. Programmable Automation
In programmable automation, the production equipment is designed with the capability to

change the sequence of operations to accommodate different product configuration. The
operation sequence is controlled by a program, which is a set of instructions coded so that
they can be read and interpreted by the system. New programs can be: prepared and entered
into the equipment to produce new products. Some or the feature, that characterize
programmable automation include:
• High investment in general purpose equipment
• Lower production rates than fixed automation
• Flexibility to deal with variations and changes in product configuration
• Most suitable for batch production
Programmable automated production systems arc used in low- and medium-volume
production. The parts or products are typically made in batches. To produce each new batch
of a different product, the system must be re-programmed with the set of machine instructions
that correspond to the new product. The physical setup of the machine must also he changed.
Tools must be loaded, fixtures must be attached to the machine table and the required
machine settings must be entered. This changeover procedure takes time. Consequently, the
typical cycle for a given product includes a period during which the setup and reprogramming
takes place, followed by a period in which the hatch is produced. Examples of programmable
automation include numerically controlled (NC) machine tools, industrial robots, and
programmable logic controllers.
3. Flexible Automation
Flexible automation is an extension of programmable automation. A flexible automated

system is capable of producing a variety of parts (or products) with virtually no time lost for
changeovers from one part style to the next. There is no lost production time while
reprogramming the system and altering the physical setup (tooting, fixtures, machine
settings). Consequently, the system can produce various combinations and schedules of parts
or products instead of requiring that they be made in batches. What makes flexible automation
possible is that the differences between parts processed by the system arc not significant. It is
a case of soft variety, so that the amount of changeover required between styles is minimal.
The features of flexible automation can be summarized as follows:
• High investment for a custom-engineered system
• Continuous production of variable mixtures of products
• Medium production rate,
• Flexibility to deal with product design variations
Examples of flexible automation are the flexible manufacturing systems for performing
machining operations that date back to the late 1960s. The relative positions of the three types
of automation for different production volumes and product varieties are depicted in the
following figure. For low production quantities and new product variations, manual
production is competitive with programmable automation.
Fig. Types of automation.

ADVANTAGES OF AUTOMATION
 Increased productivity: Automation increases productivity based on per unit labor

and hence reduces overall cost of production.
 Labor problems: Reduces labor problems due to fatigue, tiredness, boredom etc.
 Product quality: Automation improves quality of products due to reduction in human
errors.
 Job design: It introduces flexibility in job/work design.
 Lead time: The time required from starting a job/work and delivering it (lead time) is
reduced.
 Shortage of labor: Shortage of labor is reduced by automating the processes.
 Labor cost: Though investment cost of automation is high, its operating cost is less
compared to overall labor cost.
 Efficiency: Efficiency of production is increased by automating.
 Raw material: Scrap of materials is reduced.
 Safety of the operator: Safety is enhanced by automation.
DISADVANTAGES OF AUTOMATION
 Complex system: Automation involves complex and specialized machinery.

 Break down: Breakdown of any system leads to stoppage/delay in production.
 Unemployment: Manual labor is reduced due to automation, hence reducing
employment.
 Human skill: Human skills reduces due to work done by machinery in an automated
facility.
 Initial cost: Initial cost/investment cost of automation is very high due to complex
and specialized machinery.
NUMERICAL CONTROL
Numerical control (NC) is a form of programmable automation in which the mechanical

actions of a machine tool or other equipment are controlled by a program containing coded
alphanumeric data. The alphanumerical data represent relative positions between a workhead
and a workpart as well as other instructions needed to operate the machine, the workhead is a
cutting tool or other processing apparatus, and the workpart is the object being processed,
when the current job is completed. The program of instructions can be changed to process a
new job. The capability to change the program makes NC suitable for low and medium
production. It is much easier to write new programs than to make major alterations of the
processing equipment. Numerical control can be applied to a wide variety of processes. The
applications divide into two categories; (1) the machine tool applications, such as drilling,
milling, turning, and other metal working; and (2) non-machine tool applications such as
assembly. drafting, and inspection. The common operating feature of NC in all of these
applications is control of the workhead movement relative to the work part. The concept for
NC dates from the late 1940s. The first NC machine was developed in 1952.
COMPONENTS (ELEMENTS) OF AN NC SYSTEM
An NC system has three basic components (elements):

1. A program of instructions,
2. A machine control unit (MCU), and
3. Processing equipment.
The program of instructions is a detailed step by step commands that direct the actions of
processing equipments. In machine tool applications, the program of instructions is called a
part program and the person who prepares the program is called a part programmer. The
individual commands represent the position of the cutting tool relative to the worktable where
the workpiece is fixtured. Addition instructions include spindle speed, feed rate, cutting tool
selection and other functions.
The program is coded on a suitable medium for submission to the machine control unit. For
many years, the common medium was a wide punched tape using a standard format that could
he interpreted by the machine control unit. Today, punched tape has been replaced newer
storage technologies in modern machine shops. These include magnetic tape, diskettes, and
electronic transfer of part programs from a computer. In modern NC technology, the machine
control unit (MCU) consists of a microcomputer and related control hardware that stores the
program of instructions and executes it by converting each command into mechanical actions
of the processing equipment, one command at a time. The related hardware of the MCU
includes, components to interface with the processing equipment and feedback control
elements. The MCU also includes one or more reading devices for entering part programs into
memory. The type of readers depends on the storage media used for part programs in the
machine shop e.g., laser encoders, (old ones include punched tape reader, magnetic tape
reader, floppy disk drive). The MCU also includes control system software. calculation
algorithms, and translation software to convert the NC part program into a usable format for
the MCU. Because the MCU is a computer, the term computer numerical control (CNC) is
used to distinguish this type of NC from its technological predecessors that was based entirely
on hard-wired electronics. Today, virtually all new MCUs are based on computer technology;
hence. when we refer to NC, we mean CNC. The third basic component of an NC system is
the processing equipment that performs useful work, It accomplishes the processing steps to
transform the starting workpiece into a completed part. Its operation is directed by the MCU,
which in turn is driven by instruction, contained in the part program. In the most common
example of NC machining, the processing equipment consists of a worktable and spindle as
well as the motors and the controls to drive them.
Fig. Basic elements of an NC system.
COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL (CNC)
Since the introduction of NC in 1952, there have been dramatic advances in digital computer
technology. The physical size and cost of digital computer have been significantly reduced at
the same time that its computational capabilities have increased. It was logical for the makers
of NC equipment to incorporate these advances in computer technology into their products,
starting first with large mainframe computers in the 1960s, followed by minicomputers in the
1970s, and microcomputers in the 1980s. Today, NC means computer numerical control.
Computer numerical control (CNC) is defined as an NC system whose MCU is based on a
dedicated microcomputer rather than on a hard-wired controller.
Fig. Elements of a CNC system.
BASIC ELEMENTS OF A CNC SYSTEM
1. Central processing unit (CPU)
The central processing unit (CPU) is the brain of the MCU. It manages the other components
in the MCU based on software contained in main memory. Thc CPU can be divided into three
sections: (1) control section, (2) arithmetic-logic unit (ALU), and (3) immediate access
memory. The control section retrieves commands and data from memory and generates
signals 10 activate other components in the MCU. In short, it sequences. coordinates. and
regulates all of the activities of the MCU computer. The ALU consists of the circuitry to
perform various calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication), counting and logical
functions required by software residing in memory. The immediate access memory provides a
temporary storage for data being processed by the CPU. It is connected to main memory by
means of the system data bus.
2. Memory
The immediate access memory in the CPU is not intended for storing CNC software, A much
greater storage capacity is required for the various programs and data needed to operate the
CNC system. As with most other computer systems, CNC memory can be divided into two
categories: (I) main memory and (2) secondary memory. Main memory (also known as
primary storage) consists of ROM (read-only memory) and RAM (random access memory)
devices. Operating system software and machine interface programs are generally stored in
ROM. These programs are usually installed by the manufacturer of the MCU. Numerical
control part programs are stored in RAM devices. Current programs in RAM can he erased
and replaced by new programs as jobs are changed. High-capacity secondary memory (also
called auxiliary storage or secondary storage) devices are used to store large programs and
data files, which are transferred to main memory as needed. Common among the secondary
memory devices are floppy diskettes and hard disks. Flash devices are portable and have
replaced much of the floppy or punched tapes traditionally used to store part programs. Hard
disks are high-capacity storage devices that are permanently installed in the CNC machine
control unit. CNC secondary memory is used to store part programs, macros, and other
software.
FEATURES OF CNC
 Enhanced safety
 Smart system including sensors
 Multiple part program storage
 Multiple program input
 Program editing in the machine tool
 Program cycles and sub-programs
 Positioning features
 Tool and workpiece compensation
 Preventive maintenance notices, diagnostics etc.
ADVANTAGES OF NC TECHNOLOGY
 NC machine tools require less setup time and handling time.

 It reduces the lead time of a given job.
 The requirement of separate work holding devices (jigs and fixtures) is reduced.
 Provides flexibility in work/job design.
 Improves accuracy of production and reduces human errors.
 The production rate increases due to the use of NC technology.
DISADVANTAGES OF NC TECHNOLOGY
 Errors in programming may lead to inaccurate operations on the workpiece, leading to

rework or scrap.
 Skilled operators are required to program and handle the NC machine tools.
 The investment/initial cost of NC machine tools is high.
 CNC machine tools require more maintenance and are of complex design.
 Normally, these equipments require air-conditioned work area.
 Use of NC machine tools in place of human beings leads to increased unemployment.
 Worker supervision of these NC systems is required as sometimes it may lead to
safety accidents.
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MODULE - 4
ENGINEERING MATERIALS
INTRODUCTION
Of the elements available, about three-fourth can be classified as metals and about half of this
are of some industrial or commercial applications. However, non-metals are also finding
increased use these days.
Classification of engineering materials
Engineering materials are broadly classified as,

1. Metals, and
2. Non-metals.
METALS
Qualitatively, metals are defined as chemical elements which are mostly opaque, hard, heavy,
good conductors of heat and electricity, dense, malleable and ductile. Generally, they are
denser than other elements/substances/materials.
Some metals are found in their pure form, but most of them are found as a combination with
other elements forming metallic sulfides, carbides, oxides etc. In case of many purely
available metals, their properties are not suitable for most of the engineering applications.
Hence, they are used as their alloys or compounds.
Engineering metals are of two types namely,
1. Ferrous metals, and
2. Non-ferrous metals.
FERROUS METALS AND ALLOYS
These metals have iron as the main constituent/basic element. They are further classified as,
1. Pig iron
2. Wrought iron
3. Cast iron, and
4. Steel.
Cast irons (CIs) are used widely and are further classified as,
1. Grey cast iron (GCI)
2. White cast iron (WCI)
3. Malleable cast iron (MCI)
4. Nodular or ductile cast iron
5. Chilled cast iron, and
6. Alloyed CI.
Steels have widest applications and are of following types.

1. Low alloy steels
2. High alloy steels.
Low alloy steels are basically classified based on the alloying element „carbon‟ content as,
1. Low carbon steels (LCS)
2. Medium carbon steels (MCS), and
3. High carbon steels (HCS).
Each of these steels are classified based on their specific properties.

LCS is further classified as,
1. Plain steels, and
2. High strength low alloy steels.
Medium carbon steels are classified as,

1. Heat treatable steels, and
2. Plain steels.
HCS‟s are further classified as,

1. Tool steels, and
2. Plain steels.
High alloy steels have high hardness and are used in various tools and are of following types,
1. Tool steel,
2. High resisting steels, and
3. Stainless steels (SS).
Composition and applications of different irons and steels
Type of iron Composition Applications

(approx.)
Pig iron 93 % Fe  Used to produce cast iron, steel and wrought
3-4%C iron.
traces of Si, Mn, S, P
Cast iron 90 - 92 % Fe  Useful molded articles.
(CI) 2-4%C  Machine tool body
1 - 3 % Si traces
of Mn, S, P
Grey Cast 3 - 3.5 % C  Machine tool body.
Iron (GCI) 1 - 2.75 % Si  Cylinder blocks for engines.
0.4 - 1.0 Mn  Pipes and pipe fittings.
0.15 - 1.5 % P  Agricultural implements.
0.02 - 0.15 % S  Machine beds.
iron - remaining %  Sliding columns.
 Gear boxes.
 Bearing brackets
 Machine frames, piston rings and I.C. engine
base etc.
White Cast 2 - 2.3 % C  Railway carriage brake blocks.
Iron (WCI) 0.85 - 1.2 % Si  To produce malleable CI castings.
0.1 - 0.4 Mn  Pump lining.
0.05 - 0.2 % P  Nozzles etc.
0.12 - 0.35 % S
iron - remaining %
Malleable 3.2 - 3.6 % C  Small and medium components like hinges,
Cast Iron 0.4 - 1.1 % Si door keys, spanners, gear wheels, cranks and
(MCI) 0.1 - 0.4 Mn levers.
0.1 % P  Farm equipment, power transmission and
0.03 - 0.1 % S distribution systems.
iron - remaining %
Nodular CI 3.3 % C  Engine crank shaft, gears, connecting rods,
0.6 % Si high pressure piping, vice bodies etc.
0.4 Mn
0.03 % P
0.75 % Ni
0.06 % Mg
iron - remaining %
Chilled CI Same as GCI  Roll mills, railway carriage etc.
 Normally not used in industries.
Alloy CI CI alloyed with Cr,  I.C. engine cylinders, pistons, piston rings,
Mo, Ti, Si, Cu etc. crank cases, brake drum, parts of crushing and
grinding machines.
Type of steel Composition Applications
(approx.)
Dead M.S. 0.06 - 0.12 % C  Panels, stampings etc.
LCS or M.S. 0.1 - 0.25 % C  Chains, rivets, nuts, bolts, pins, shafts.
 Bridge work, general workshop components,
refrigerator housing, engine housing.
MCS 0.3 - 0.6 % C  Heavy forgings, spanners, hammer heads,
connecting rods etc.
 Locomotive wheels, spindles, gears, cams,
cylinders etc.
HCS 0.6 - 1.5 % C  Wear-resistant machine parts.
 Cold chisels, springs, hammer wrenches, anvil
faces etc.
Nickel steel 5 % Ni  Measuring instruments.
 Clocks.
Steel with 36 % Ni,
0.2 % C and 0.5 %
Mn - Invar steel
Chromium 0.15 - 0.64 % C  Ball and roller bearing cases.
steel 0.7 - 1.15 % Cr  Crushing machinery.
 Springs, axles, engine parts etc.
Molybdenum Varies  Structural parts in aircrafts.
steel
Manganese Slightly less than  Easy-to-machine parts.
steel carbon %  To produce wear-resistant and non-magnetic
12 - 14 % of Mn materials.
makes the steel very
tough
Tungsten 2 - 3% tungsten  Cutting tools.
steel
Stainless 0.1 - 0.3 % C  Industrial, agricultural and architectural
steel (SS) applications.
Steel with 18 % Cr, 8  Domestic vessels, parts etc.
% Ni - 18/8 SS
HSS 0.6 % C  Cutting tools (e.g. single point cutting tool
3 - 5 % Cr used in a lathe)
14 - 18 % W
NON-FERROUS METALS AND ALLOYS
 Non-Fe metals and alloys are those which do not contain iron as the main constituent.
 The various non-Fe metals used are copper, aluminium, zinc, tin, cobalt, nickel, and
chromium.
Copper alloys
Type of brass Composition (%) Applications

Cu Zn Others
Brazing brass 75 25 - Brazing rods.
Cartridge brass 70 30 - Drawing tubes and wires, cartridge cases
Nickel brass 30-60 25-35 15-35 Ornamental parts, imitation jewellary,
(German silver) Ni utensils etc.
Naval brass 59 40 1 Tin Marine fittings
Leaded brass 62 36 1.35 Ni Plates and tubes
Ordinary bronze 95 5 - Bearing bushes, gears, pump bodies
Phosphor bronze 94 5.5 0.5 % P Worm wheels and screws
Gun metal 88 10 2 Zn Corrosion resistant parts, valve castings,
pump bodies
Bearing bronze 74 2 24 Bearing bushes
Lead
Aluminium alloys
Type of aluminium Composition Applications

alloy
Aluminium bronze Alloy of copper and Gears, rollers, pump components, cams, rollers
aluminium of 6-10 etc.
%
Duralumin 95 % Al  Widely used in aircraft components.
4 % Cu  Wires, rivets, tubes, sheets, forging and
0.5 % Mg pressed stampings.
0.5 % Mn
Magnesium alloys
Type of Composition Applications

magnesium alloy
Dow metal 85 % Mg  Used in automobile and aircraft
10 % Al industries.
Electron metal 95 % Mg  Wide applications in engineering
5 % Zn industries.
Nickel alloys
Type of nickel Composition Applications

alloy
Monel metal 67 % Ni  Used in chemical plants, pump fittings,
30 % Cu propellers, condenser tubes etc.
Nichrome 65 % Ni  Wires for electric furnaces and heating
15 % Cr elements.
20 % Fe
Inconel 80 % Ni  Springs used in high temperature
14 % Cr applications.
6 % Fe  Exhaust manifolds of aircraft engines.
Nimonic 80 % Ni  High strength parts to work in alternate
20 % Cr heat and cold conditions.
Lead, tin and zinc alloys
Type of lead alloy Composition Applications
Solder Lead + tin  Soldering process.

 White metals.
Type of tin alloy Composition Applications
Babbit alloy 88 % tin, 8 %  Parts of engines and machines subject to
antimony, 4 % Cu high friction.
Type of zinc alloy Composition Applications
96 % Zn, 4 % Al To produce stamping dies
Prestal 78 % Zn, 22 % Al Cast into products using dies
Zamak Base metal - Zn Usually die cast into products, building,
Alloying elements - electrical and electronics, telephony, toys, cloth
Al, Mg, Cu and sports
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COMPOSITE MATERIALS
 Composite materials, also called composition materials or composites, are the

materials made from two or more constituent materials.
 These materials may include base material, reinforcing materials, fillers and binders.
 The individual constituent materials normally remain separate and distinct with the
finished structure.
 These materials can be organic, metals or ceramics.
DEFINITION
A combination of two or more materials which differ in form or composition on a macro scale
is called a composite material. The constituents retain their identities i.e. they do not dissolve
or merge/fuse in to one another although they are in contact.
CLASSIFICATION OF COMPOSITES
Based on the matrix material -
1. Metal matrix composites (MMCs): These composites are composed of a metallic

matrix such as aluminium, magnesium, cobalt, iron, copper and a dispersed phase in
the form of ceramics, carbides or lead, tungsten, molybdenum etc.
2. Ceramic matrix composites (CMCs): Are composed of a ceramic matrix and
embedded fibers of other ceramic material.
3. Polymer matrix composites (PMCs): Are composed of a matrix like thermosets
(unsaturated polyester, epoxy) or thermoplastic (polycarbonate, polyvinyl chloride,
nylon, polystyrene etc.) with embedded fibers of glass, carbon, steel or Kevlar in
dispersed phase.
Based on the reinforcing material -
1. Particulate composites: These consist of a matrix reinforced by a dispersed phase in

the form of particles.
Dispersed phase may be flakes or laid parallel to each other. Composites with random
orientation of particles and with preferred orientation of particles fall under this category.
These are used to produce grinding wheels, carbides and ceramics.
2. Fibrous composites:
a. Short fiber-reinforced composites: The fibers used to reinforce are normally of the
length less than 100 times their diameter (L < 100D). They may be of random
orientation or preferred orientation.
b. Long fiber-reinforced composites: Consist of reinforcing phase in the form of long
fibers. The fibers may be uni-directional, bi-directional, woven, knitted etc.
c. Metal-reinforced composites: These have reinforcing phase in the form of high
strength metals like steel, tungsten, molybdenum, aluminium etc. with matrix like
aluminium, steel, cobalt or nickel. These composites are used in high strength and
temperature applications.
d. Glass fiber-reinforced composites: These are made up of glass fibers as reinforcement
with a plastic matrix. A wide variety of strength can be achieved by proper design.
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e. Carbon-carbon composites: These materials have a graphite fiber reinforced in a
carbon matrix. These can withstand very high temperature and cre used in missiles,
aerospace turbines, jet engines and rocket nozzles etc.
f. Laminate composites: These consist of several layers of different fiber orientations
(also called multi-layer composites). This achieves improved strength, stability,
appearance etc.
APPLICATIONS OF COMPOSITES IN AUTOMOBILES
MMCs are used in:

 Suspension systems for improved damping and stiffness.
 Valves fr high temperature, creep, wear-resistance.
 Lubrication pump housing for wear resistance and low weight.
 Brake calipers for low wear and weight.
 Drive shaft for high stiffness and fatigue-resistance.
 Connecting rod for fatigue and wear resistance.
Other components include,

 Car body,
 Instrument panel (dash board),
 Bumpers,
 Radiator grill, and
 Automobile sheet metal skin.
APPLICATIONS OF COMPOSITES IN AIRCRAFTS
 Airframe of an aircraft.
 Main landing gear door.
 Nose landing gear door.
 Flap link.
 Helicopter rotor blades.
 Aircraft propeller blades.
 Aircraft seats.
 Instrument panels.
 CFRP (carbon fiber-reinforced polymer) is used in wing and nose.
 Used to deflect radar waves and also to absorb them.
 The new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft uses almost 50 % of the parts made of
composite materials, thus reducing its overall weight by 12 %.
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MODULE - 4
WELDING, SOLDERING AND BRAZING
INTRODUCTION
Metal fabrication involves joining of two materials together. Various processes are used for
joining, depending on the materials and thickness of the parts to be joined, degree of
permanency required and so on. The most important joining processes used are welding,
soldering, brazing, fastening and adhesive bonding.
WELDING
Welding may be defined as the metallurgical joining of two metal pieces together to
produce essentially a single piece of metal.
 Welding is widely used in the fabrication work in which metal plates, rolled steel
sections, castings of ferrous materials are joined together.
 It is also used for repairing broken, worn-out or defective metal parts.
PRINCIPLE OF WELDING
Welding is a metallurgical process in which the junction of the two parts to be joined are
heated and then fused together with or without the application of pressure to produce a
continuity of the homogeneous material of the same composition and the characteristics of the
parts which are being joined.
TYPES OF WELDING
Depending on the basic principles involved, welding processes are classified as,
1. Pressure welding: The parts to be joined are heated only up to the plastic state and then
fused together by applying the external pressure. E.g. forge welding, resistance welding.
2. Fusion welding (non-pressure welding): The joint of the two parts is heated to the molten
state and allowed to solidify. E.g. arc welding, gas welding.
ARC WELDING
PRINCIPLE AND OPERATION OF ARC WELDING
 When two conductors of an electrical circuit are touched together momentarily and
then instantaneously separated slightly, assuming that there is sufficient voltage in the
circuit to maintain the flow of current, an electric arc is formed.
 Concentrated heat is produced throughout the length of the arc at a temperature of
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5000 C to 6000 C.
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 Usually the parts to be joined are wired as one pole of the circuit and the electrode
held by the operator forms the other pole.
 When the arc is produced, the intense heat so produced quickly melts the workpiece
metal which is under the arc, forming a small molten metal pool.
 At the same the tip of the electrode also melts and this molten electrode carried by the
arc to the molten metal pool.
 The molten metal is agitated by the action of the arc, thoroughly mixing the base and
the filler metals.
 A solid joint is formed when the molten metal cools and solidifies.
 The flux coating over the electrode produces an inert gaseous shield surrounding the
arc and protects the molten metal from getting oxidized by the air in the atmosphere.
Arc welding machine
Both alternating current (A.C.) and direct current (D.C.) are used for arc welding. Whenever
AC supply is not available, DC generators are used for welding.
For A.C. arc welding, a step down transformer is used. It receives A.C. supply between 200 V
and 340 V and transforms it to a lower voltage between 80 V and 100 V. Generally, a high
current of 100 A to 400 A is required for arc welding. In A.C. welding, there is no choice of
polarity (+ve and -ve), since they change in every cycle.
In D.C. welding, the workpiece is connected to the +ve pole of a D.C. generator and the
electrode to the -ve pole in order to melt greater mass of metal in the base material. This kind
of setup is said to have “straight polarity”. When less heat is required at the base material, the
polarity is reversed. Because of this option, it is possible to melt many types of metals.
Arc welding electrodes
Two types of electrodes are used in arc welding: (i) consumable electrodes, and (ii) non-
consumable electrodes.
Consumable electrodes also melt along with the workpieces and fill the joint. They are made
of many types of metals depending on the purpose and chemical composition of the
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workpieces. These electrodes will be either bare or coated. When bare electrodes are used,
oxygen and nitrogen from the atmosphere get trapped inside the molten metal, leading to
decrease in strength of the joint. The coated electrodes facilitate: (i) protection of the molten
metal from oxygen and nitrogen, thus providing a gas shield around the arc and the molten
metal, (ii) establishing and maintaining the arc throughout while welding, and (iii) formation
of slag which protects from rapid cooling. Electrodes are usually coated with materials like
chalk, ferro-manganese, starch, kaolin, alloys and binding materials.
When non-consumable electrodes are used, an additional filler material is also required. The
advantage of this type of electrode is that the amount of metal deposited by the filler rods can
be controlled, which is not possible in other types of electrodes.
ADVANTAGES OF ARC WELDING
1. Strength of the arc welded joints are high.

2. Almost all metals can be arc welded.
3. No need of highly specialized equipment.
4. Cost per unit of welding is comparatively less.
5. It can be widely applied for domestic, industrial and specialized use.
DISADVANTAGES OF ARC WELDING
1. Arc welding results in reduced aesthetics of the final welded workpiece.

2. It involves many defects in the welded parts.
3. It may lead to change in the metallurgical characteristics of the workpiece material.
4. It may damage the workpieces due to high temperature.
5. Highly skilled operators are required.
6. Safety precautions to be taken are more as high electric current and high temperature
are involved.
OXY-ACETYLENE WELDING
When right proportions of oxygen and acetylene are mixed in the welding torch and ignited,
the flame so produced is called oxy-acetylene flame. This flame when used in welding is
called oxy-acetylene welding. The temperature obtained by oxy-acetylene welding is around
o
3200 C and therefore has the ability to melt almost all metals. A good bonding can be
achieved by this type of welding.
Types of oxy-acetylene flames
For complete combustion of the acetylene, 2.5 volumes (2.5 parts) of oxygen are required for
1 volume (1 part) of acetylene. This ratio may change in actual practice. This ratio is called
gas ratio and may vary between 0.95 and 1.5. Depending on the gas ratio, three types of
flames namely, neutral, oxidizing and carburizing flames are widely used.
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A neutral flame is obtained by mixing equal proportions of oxygen and acetylene. It consists
of a small inner whitish colored cone surrounded by a sharp blue flame. Most of the oxy-
acetylene welding is done using neutral flame.
A carburizing flame or reducing flame is obtained by supplying excess acetylene in the gas
ratio between 0.95 and 1.0. It has three cones: an inner white cone surrounded by an
intermediate whitish cone and a bluish envelope flame. Due to reducing nature of this flame,
it is used for welding cast iron, alloy steels and aluminium since the metal surface is protected
from oxidizing elements.
The oxidizing flame is obtained by mixing oxygen in excess of acetylene in the gas ratio of
1.15 to 1.5. It appears like a neutral flame, but the inner cone is comparatively shorter in
length. This is suitable for oxy-acetylene cutting since the metals to be welded get oxidized.
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PROCESS (METHOD) OF OXY-ACETYLENE WELDING
 The flame produced by igniting oxygen and acetylene mixture is used for heating the
joint which has to be welded. Filler metal is used sometimes if required. Filler metal
will be in the form of rod or wire and its material is to be compatible with the base
metals (workpieces) that are to be joined.
 The molten metals fuse together and form the welded joint upon cooling.
ADVANTAGES OF OXY-ACETYLENE WELDING
1. Most versatile process with wide range of applications.

2. Low cost of equipment and low maintenance cost.
3. Heat source and the filler are separated; hence the filler material deposition rate can be
controlled.
4. Rate of heating and cooling is slow. Hence it retains structural homogeneity of the metals.
5. Equipments are portable and multi-functional (brazing, braze welding, pre-heating and
post-heating.
DISADVANTAGES OF OXY-ACETYLENE WELDING
1. Costlier while welding heavier sections.

2. Handling and storing gases is difficult.
3. It takes long time to heat up the metal pieces compared to arc welding.
4. It may lead to safety hazards since gases are used.
APPLICATIONS OF WELDING
Welding is mainly applied in two broad areas:

1. Fabrication: Welding is used in fabrication of body parts in automobile, aircraft,
refrigeration and air-conditioning industries.
2. Repair and maintenance work: Welding is used to join structural parts that are damaged or
worn-out.
3. Specific applications of welding include:
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 Aircraft industries to join various parts.
 Cylinders, boilers and pressure vessel manufacturing.
 Construction of bridges, buildings, ships etc.
 Used in machine tool industries to build machineries.
 Used to build bus, trucks, tanks etc.
 Used in railway equipments, cranes, hoists, steel furniture and so on.
SOLDERING
Soldering is a method of uniting two thin metal pieces using a dissimilar metal or an
alloy with the application of heat.
The alloy of lead and tin called soft solder is used in varying proportions for sheet metal
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work. The melting temperature of soft solder is between 150 C and 350 C. To clean the joint
surfaces and to prevent oxidation, a suitable flux is used and usually the flux used is zinc
chloride, rosin or borax. A soldering iron is used to apply the heat produced from the
electrical source. An alloy of copper, tin and silver called the hard solder is used for stronger
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joints. The soldering temperatures of hard solders range between 600 C and 900 C.
SOLDERING METHOD
The following steps are generally employed while soldering:

1. Cleaning the surfaces to be joined: The surfaces to be joined are cleaned mechanically to
remove dust, oil scales etc. and to ensure that the molten filler metal wets the surfaces.
2. Application of flux: The surfaces to be joined are coated with a flux, usually rosin or
borax. This cleans the surfaces mechanically and helps the solder in making a good bond.
3. Tinning of the surfaces to be soldered: Before carrying out eh soldering operation, the
soldering iron must be tinned. This is to remove films of oxide that forms on the copper bit,
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which in turn does not allow the workpiece to be heated. This may lead to difficulty in
soldering. During tinning, the copper bit is heated and rubbed with a file to clean it properly
and then rotating with solder using rosin. This forms a thin film of solder over the copper bit.
This process is called tinning.
4. Heating: The soldering iron is then heated and the flowing molten filler metal fills the
joint interface. The soldered area is allowed to cool and then to solidify, thus making the joint.
5. Final clean-up: After soldering, the joints are cleaned with steel wool or a solvent to
remove left-over flux. After this, the soldering iron is cleaned using a damp sponge.
ADVANTAGES OF SOLDERING
1. Low cost and easy to operate/use.

2. Soldered joints are easy to repair or rework.
3. Soldered joints have longer life.
4. Energy required is low.
5. An experienced operator may control the process to high degree of accuracy.
DISADVANTAGES OF SOLDERING
1. The joint strength of soldered joint is relatively low.

2. Soldered joints cannot withstand higher temperature.
3. Thorough removal of fluxes is to be done to avoid corrosion.
BRAZING
Brazing is a method of joining two similar or dissimilar metals using a special fusible alloy. It
produces joints stronger than soldering. During brazing, the base metals to be joined are not
melted. The filler material must have the ability to wet the surfaces of the base metals to
which it is applied. Some diffusion or alloying of the filler metal with the base metals takes
place even though the base metals do not reach their melting point. The metals used in brazing
are copper base and silver base alloys. These two are classified under the name spelter.
(PROCESS) METHOD OF BRAZING
 Before brazing, the surfaces of the parts are cleaned to remove oxides and grease.
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 After cleaning, a flux is applied at the place of the joint. Commonly, borax and boric
acid are used as fluxes.
 After the flux is applied, the joint and the filler material are heated by oxy-acetylene
welding torch to the temperature above melting point of the filler material. The molten
filler material flows by capillary action, into the joint space and after cooling,
produces a strong joint.
ADVANTAGES OF BRAZING
1. It is easy to learn and work.

2. It can join virtually any dissimilar metals.
3. The bond line (line of joint) is neat aesthetically.
4. Joint strength is good for most of the non- heavy duty applications.
DISADVANTAGES OF BRAZING
1. Joint strength obtained is less compared to welding.

2. Safety precautions to be taken are more since it involves handling chemicals like
borax, boric acid etc.
3. Application of brazing is limited.
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MODULE - 3
REFRIGERATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING
REFRIGERATION
 Refrigeration means cooling or removal of heat from a system or space.

 A heat engine takes heat by various means at a temperature much above the
atmospheric temperature and rejects heat at a lower temperature, which means heat
flows from high temperature to lower temperature and produces work.
 If the heat engine operates in reverse direction, such that heat is taken from a cold
body and rejects it to a hot body by doing external work, it is called refrigeration.
 Definition of refrigeration: Refrigeration is defined as “the process of reducing
the temperature of a system or a space below the surrounding temperature and
maintaining it at that temperature by continuous removal of heat.”
 The equipment used for the purpose is called a refrigeration system or simply a
refrigerator.
 Most of the refrigeration is produced by the evaporation of a liquid called the
refrigerant.
 Before refrigerators were developed, water was being kept cool using semi-porous
jars. The evaporation of water seeps through the pores and carries the heat from the
water, thus cooling the water down.
REFRIGERANT
 The working medium which undergoes refrigeration cycle is called a refrigerant.

 The refrigerant absorbs heat at a lower temperature and discards the same heat at a
higher temperature.
 Refrigerants are also used in air-conditioning systems where they perform the same
function.
COMMONLY USED REFRIGERANTS
1. Chloro fluoro carbon (CFC)

 These refrigerants have been identified as the most harmful ones for the ozone layer
by the Montreal Protocol and are not in commercial use. They are used in large
centrifugal chillers and air-conditioners of old cars.
 E.g. Freon-11 (trichloro monofluoro methane), Freon-12 (dichloro difluoro methane),
Freon-113 (trichloro trifluoro ethane). Freon is designated by the letter „R‟ in short.
2. Hydro chloro fluoro carbon (HCFC)

 These refrigerants have been identified as slightly less harmful by the Montreal
Protocol and will be phased by the year 2030. These are used in reciprocating
compressors and centrifugal chillers as a temporary replacement for R-11 (Freon-11).
 E.g. Freon-22 (monochloro difluoro methane), Freon-123 (dichloro trifluoro ethane).
3. Hydro fluoro carbon (HFC)

 These are a new class of refrigerants that do not harm the ozone layer and are being
used as a replacement for CFCs and HCFCs. These are used as replacement for R-12
and R-22 refrigerants and are being used in air-conditioners of new cars.
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 E.g. R-134a (tetrafluoro ethane), R410a (difluoro methane + pentafluoro ethane).
4. Inorganic refrigerants
 Ammonia (NH3): It is highly toxic and flammable, but widely used in large industrial
and commercial refrigeration systems.
 Carbon-dioxide (CO2): It gives low refrigeration effect and is used in marine air-
conditioning applications.
 Air: It gives low refrigeration effect and is used in aircraft air-conditioning
applications.
 Sulphur-dioxide (SO2): It was used as a refrigerant in old household air-conditioning
systems. However, it has low refrigeration effect. When combined with water, it
produces acidic effects. Its specific volume is also high requiring more power to drive
the compressor and lowering the COP. It is now rarely used as a refrigerant.
 Methyl chloride: Methyl chloride was used in olden days in small scale industries.
However, due to its high toxicity and high flammability, it is no more in use.
PROPERTIES OF A REFRIGERANT
The suitability of a refrigerant for a given application is based on its physical, chemical and
thermodynamic properties. There is not even a single refrigerant which has all of the
following desirable properties.
1. Thermodynamic properties
 Lower boiling point: Lower boiling point leads to a lower refrigeration temperature. It
should preferably be less than the required refrigeration temperature.
 Lower pressure: It should have a condensing pressure at the maximum ambient
temperature.
 High critical temperature: High critical temperature implies high latent heat of
evaporation, which means evaporation temperature is even further high.
 Low freezing point: It leads to ease of circulation of the refrigerant.
 Low specific volume: The compressor required is of low capacity and less power is
required in circulating the refrigerant.
 Higher coefficient of performance (COP).
 Lower ton of refrigeration.
2. Chemical properties
 Low flammability.
 Low toxicity.
 Low water dissolvity: It reduces choking of passages due to moisture content.
 Non-corrosive to metals and parts.
 Good mixing with lubricating oils.
3. Physical properties
 High dielectric strength.

 High thermal conductivity leading to high heat transfer rates.
 Low viscosity.
 High thermal capacity at evaporating temperatures.
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 Low thermal capacity at condensing temperatures.
 Ease of leak detection.
 Low cost of refrigeration.
REFRIGERATION EFFECT
It is the amount of heat absorbed by the refrigeration system from the space or object to be
cooled. Normally, it is represented as “ton” or kW of heat removed. Ton is the unit of
refrigeration.
UNIT OF REFRIGERATION
 Ton is the unit of refrigeration. kW is also used as a unit of refrigeration.

 Ton is normally the unit of mass, but in refrigeration, it is the amount of ice formed in
24 hours from and at zero degrees centigrade water. The smaller ton is equal to 900
kg for convenience.
 Since the latent heat of fusion of ice is 334.5 kJ/kg, the refrigerating effect is 334.5 x
900 kJ in 24 hours.
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1 ton = = 3.5 kW in SI units
𝟗𝟎𝟎
�� 𝐱 ��𝟎𝟎
“Ton of refrigeration” is defined as the refrigerating effect which produces one smaller
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ton of ice at 0 C from water at 0 C (or) the heat required to melt one smaller ton of ice
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at 0 C to water at 0 C.
ICE MAKING CAPACITY

Manufacturers state ice making capacity by stating that the machine can make M kg of ice per
hour using full capacity of the refrigerating system. However, it has to be stated w.r.t
thermodynamic parameters so that various ice making machines can be compared. It is
defined as, “the amount of ice produced by the ice making machine in one hour from
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water at 0 C in to ice at 0 C.”
Let the ice making capacity of the ice making machine be W tons,
𝐖 � .� 𝐱 � �
Ice making capacity of the machine = COP =
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Where, 334.5 is the heat of fusion of ice from water.
COEFFICIENT OF PERFORMANCE (COP)

The performance of the refrigeration system is measured by COP, not by efficiency. The
reason is efficiency of a vapor compression refrigeration system is more than 1.
COP is defined as the ratio of refrigeration effect to the work input to the refrigeration
system.
If R is the net refrigeration effect (kJ) and W is the work input to the system (kJ),
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COP = (for a vapor compression system, COP > 1)
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RELATIVE COP
It is the defined as the ratio of actual COP to the theoretical COP. It is hardly used in analysis.
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Relative COP =
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VAPOR COMPRESSION REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
 Vapor compression refrigeration system is the most important and commonly used
refrigeration system. It is used in both domestic and industrial applications.
 In these systems, vapors are used which evaporate upon absorbing heat and condense upon
giving away heat.
 There are four major components of a vapor compression refrigeration system namely,
compressor, condenser, expansion device and evaporator.
Compressor: The main function of a compressor is to suck vapors from evaporator and
increase its pressure. The pressure is increased to such an extent that vapors get easily
condensed at a higher temperature than the room temperature. This means saturation
temperature of these vapors should be more than the room temperature at the compressor
pressure. This allows removing large amount of heat from vapors by condensing.
Condenser: The function of the condenser is to provide heat transfer area where hot vapors
release their heat due to high temperature. High pressure of vapors converts them to liquid
while heat is removed due to the second law of thermodynamics. Air is used normally as a
heat transfer medium from the condenser for a smaller capacity refrigeration system. These
systems are commonly used for domestic applications.
Expansion device or expansion valve: The functions of expansion valves are to control the
amount of refrigerant flow in to the system and also to reduce the pressure of condensed
refrigerants. This leads to refrigerants to get lower temperature at constant enthalpy.
Evaporator: It provides the heat transfer surface for refrigerant to absorb heat from its
surroundings. Refrigerant enters the evaporator at low pressure and temperature. While
evaporation of refrigerant takes place, it absorbs heat from the surroundings and reduces its
temperature.
Other components: Some of the major components include receiver and refrigeration lines.
The receiver provides the storage for condensed liquid so that sufficient supply of refrigerant
is available to the evaporator.
Refrigeration lines transfer the refrigerant from one component to the other component of the
refrigeration system. Discharge line or hot vapor line delivers high pressure and temperature
vapors from the compressor to the condenser. Low pressure and low temperature vapors are
sucked by the compressor from evaporator through low temperature lines.
Working cycle of vapor compression refrigeration system
The working of a vapor compression refrigeration system is as shown in the above figure.
Process 1-2: High pressure and high temperature vapors coming from the compressor get
condense in the condenser by rejecting heat to the cooling medium. Mostly the cooling
medium is either air or water. Normally the refrigerant at the exit of the condenser is the
saturated liquid.
Process 2-3: The liquid coming from the condenser passes through the expansion device
(throttling valve) where pressure of saturated liquid decreases from the condenser pressure to
the evaporator pressure. The expansion device reduces the pressure and temperature of the
refrigeration.
Process 3-4: Low pressure liquid coming out of the expansion device enters the evaporator.
Here refrigerant evaporates, thus absorbing heat from the surrounding. The absorption of heat
by liquid converts it into the superheated vapors at low pressure and temperature.
Process 4-1: Low pressure and low temperature vapors from the evaporator are sucked by the
compressor. The compressor compresses the vapors to the high pressure and its temperature
also increases. Thus, the condition of vapors at the exit of the compressor is at high
temperature and pressure and the cycle is completed.
VAPOR ABSORPTION REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
 Vapor absorption refrigeration system is mainly developed to use heat energy instead
of mechanical work. Compressor is not used in this type of refrigeration system. The
vapors are absorbed in liquid which are pumped into the generator where heat energy
is supplied to generate vapors of high pressure.
 Pump needs a small amount of work for circulating the liquid. There are two widely
used absorbent and refrigeration cycle types:
o Ammonia-water system: Here ammonia is the refrigerant and water is the absorbent.
o Water-lithium bromide system: Here water is the refrigerant and lithium bromide is
the absorbent.
 Figure shows the working of a vapor absorption system. The function of compressor
in the vapor compression system is replaced by absorber, generator, throttled valve
and pump. The remaining components namely, condenser, throttle valve and
evaporator, are the same as in a vapor compression system.
 Ammonia-water solution is kept in the generator where heat energy is supplied from
an external source. Ammonia vapors are generated at point 1 and flow through the
pipe to the condenser. These vapors are condensed and reject the heat externally and
flow through the throttle valve (point 2).
 Liquid ammonia is throttled in the expansion valve where both temperature and
pressure fall (point 3).
 Liquid now enters the evaporator. Here ammonia evaporates by absorbing latent heat
of evaporation to produce refrigeration effect.
 After absorbing heat, the liquid gets converted into vapors and enters the absorber
(point 4). In the absorber, weak solution (ammonia + water) also enters the throttling
valve (point 8). It absorbs ammonia to become a strong solution which is pumped
(point 5) with the help of a pump to the generator (point 6). Thus the cycle is
completed.
 The pump work is considered negligible in comparison to the heat supplied in the
generator and refrigeration effect is obtained.
 COP of a vapor absorption system is only 20 - 50% of the COP of a vapor
compression system at the same refrigeration temperature. This is why it is not used
widely.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VAPOR COMPRESSION AND VAPOR ABSORPTION

REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS
AIR CONDITIONING
 Air conditioning (A/C) deals with the study of most comfort environmental conditions
for human beings. The environment is to be maintained such that human beings feel
comfort without any undesired effects.
PRINCIPLES OF AIR CONDITIONING
Temperature
 Temperature of the work environment of humans has to be maintained.

 The temperature outside the space may be more or less than the air-conditioned
temperature.
 The temperature of comfort varies from person to person and significant ambient
temperature differences can be seen between persons living in Asian and European
countries.
 The comfort temperature for humans living in Asian countries has been found to be
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around 21 C±3 C.
Humidity of air
 The control of humidity means increasing or decreasing the moisture content of air
during hot or cold weather.
 It is also found that controlling humidity leads to improved efficiency of workers.
 The comfortable condition for humidity is about 60% relative humidity in summer
and 40% in winter.
Purity of air
 Air composition and purity is also important for comfort.

 People feel uncomfortable when the oxygen content in the air is less and when CO2
level in air is more. It has been found that oxygen concentration less than 12% and
CO2 level more than 5% is not comfortable for humans. Particulate matter also
contaminates the air.
 Quality of air is regard to odor, dust, toxic gases and bacteria. Evaporation from the
surface of human body also creates odor. Other sources of odor include chemicals,
clothes, paper and other products. Smoke is also not good for humans, since it affects
nose, eyes and lungs.
Air circulation
 Increase in air velocity increases heat transfer. It also reduces the thickness of air film
formed on the body. Thus, increase in velocity is to increase the heat loss from the
body in case when ambient temperature is less than the body temperature.
 In case ambient temperature is more than the body temperature, then increase in air
velocity will have adverse effect on sensible heat transfer.
 Heat transfer will be towards the body if the air temperature and relative humidity are
more.
o
 Air velocity in the air-conditioned space is around 6 - 9 m/min at 20 C and 9 - 15 at
o
22 C for most of the people in India.
Noise level
 Noise is defined as unwanted sound. A/C systems should be designed in such a way
that the noise will not exceed the comfort level in normal working conditions.
 All sound travel as longitudinal pressure waves and these can be analyzed by loudness
and frequency. Sound intensity is expressed in decibels (dB) and frequency in hertz
(Hz) or cycles per second (cps).
 The sound level in decibels (dB), is a ratio of two pressure levels. The reference point
is the minimum sound level which a human can sense, which is 20 μPa (micro
pascals). The actual sound level is compared with this and should not exceed 50 dB.
 Between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m., comfortable sound level is 50 dB and between 7 a.m. and
10 p.m., it is about 60 dB.
ROOM AIR CONDITIONERS
 Are also called window air conditioners and are used to condition the air in a room.
These are mainly used to reduce and control the room temperature below the ambient
temperature. These are usually fitted to windows so that hot air can be easily driven
out and cold air can be circulated inside the room.
 The basic function of a room air conditioner is to filter the air, circulate the
conditioned and comfort air inside the room, and exhaust the room air to outside.
The major parts of a window air conditioner are the compressor, condenser, condenser fan,
capillary tube, evaporator, evaporator fan, motor, filter with grill, thermostat, exhaust
and ventilator damper, control switches and tray. A window air conditioner is shown the
following diagram.
WORKING
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 Refrigerant after getting compressed in the compressor goes in to the condenser where
it is cooled by forced air cooling. It then passes through the filter-drier where any
moisture content is absorbed.
 The liquid refrigerant flows through the capillary tube where its high pressure is
reduced to low pressure (due to throttling action) and enters the evaporator.
 A single motor drives both the evaporator fan and the condenser fan. The evaporator
fan blows the air over the evaporator where the refrigerant evaporates and thus absorbs
the heat in the evaporator.
 Air is heated by the occupants of the room and re-circulated. About 10% of this air is
exhausted and fresh air taken from the atmosphere (outside the room).
 A filter kept at the inlet of the evaporator, filters the air before it enters the room. The
exhaust ventilator has a damper to control the amount of air exhausted in to the
atmosphere.
 A grill is provided in the front of the A/C to change the direction of air flow. A tray is
kept below the evaporator to collect the condensate and drain it suitably.
 A thermostat is provided in the front of the filter to measure and control the
temperature of air entering the room. Various safety devices to protect against high
pressure, temperature etc. are provided.
SPLIT AIR CONDITIONERS
A window air conditioner split into two parts is a split air conditioner. It is a new development
and invented to avoid compressor noise which is irritating in nature.
It has been developed on the basis of three things:
1. The sound level inside the room is high due to compressor,
2. The condenser needs cooling from outside the room, and
3. An opening of the size of a window is needed extra to accommodate the air conditioning
system.
P.T.O
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Components of a split air conditioning system
1. The first compartment consists of the evaporator and its fan, air filter and grills and it is
placed inside the room, and
2. The second compartment consists of the condenser and its fan and the compressor, which is
placed outside the room.
Working
 Similar to that of a window air conditioner.

 Refrigerant vapor gets compressed in the compressor to high pressure and are fed in t
the condenser. These vapors get condensed by forced convection and turn into liquid
before getting into the expansion valve.
 It is then throttled in the expansion valve and passes through a long pipe to get
evaporated in the evaporator. The evaporator with the circulating fan is kept inside the
room where heat is absorbed and liquid refrigerant evaporates in to its vapors. These
vapors are sucked by the compressor and the cycle is complete.
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Comparison of window A/C and split A/C
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EME / 18EME14/24 Department of Mechanical Engg, VVIET, Mysuru

ELEMENTS OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

STEAM EXPANSION IN THE NOZZLE

CLASSIFICATION OF STEAM TURBINES

1. Based on principle of operation

2. Based on direction of flow

3. Based on heat flow

4. Based on heat rejection

5. Based on number of cylinders (casing)

6. Based on inlet steam conditions

7. Based on rotational speed

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION OF IMPULSE TURBINES

De Laval TURBINE (IMPULSE TURBINE)

PARSON‟S TURBINE (REACTION TURBINE)

CLASSIFICATION OF GAS TURBINES

1. Closed cycle gas turbine and,

CLOSED CYCLE GAS TURBINE

 Consists of a compressor, a heater, a cooler and the gas turbine.

OPEN CYCLE GAS TURBINE

 Consists of a compressor, combustion chamber and the gas turbine.

 The high pressure air coming out

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN OPEN CYCLE AND CLOSED CYCLE GAS TURBINES

CLASSIFICATION OF WATER TURBINES

IMPULSE WATER TURBINE

REACTION WATER TURBINE

 Francis turbine is a medium-head

THE BASIC PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

CLASSIFICATION OF I.C. ENGINES

IC engines are classified based on:

2. Type of fuel used

10. Cylinder arrangement

11. Type of motion

 Generation of force to produce output power, and

MAJOR PARTS OF AN IC ENGINE

1. Bore: The inside diameter of the cylinder is called bore.

4-STROKE PETROL ENGINE

Working of a 4-stroke petrol engine

3. Power stroke/Expansion stroke/Working stroke

3. Power stroke / Expansion stroke/ Working stroke

TWO STROKE ENGINES

1. First Stroke (Downward Stroke)

2. Second Stroke (Upward Stroke)

ing suction stroke .

3. Compression ratio ranges from 7: 1 to Compression ratio ranges from 18:1 to

approximately at constant volume. approximately at constant pressure.

6. Works on theoretical Otto Cycle. Works on theoretical Diesel Cycle.

7. Power developed is less. Power developed is more.

8. Thermal efficiency is low. Thermal efficiency is high.

10. The maintenance cost is less. The maintenance cost is more.

the higher cost of petrol. lower cost of diesel

Comparison between 2-Stroke and 4-Stroke I.C. Engines

1. Requires two separate strokes to Requires four separate strokes to

complete one cycle of operation. complete one cycle of operation.

2. Power is developed in every revolu- Power is developed for every

tion of the crankshaft revolutions of the crankshaft.

ports are opened and closed by the closed by the valves.

movement of piston itself.

hence requires a heavier flywheel. Requires lighter flywheel.