TOM
TOM
TOM
2022-2023
1.) Explain the diff btw machine and mechanism.
2.) Define inversion and write any four applications of inversion of a slider crank chain.
3.) How do you classify kinematic pairs? Illustrate with examples.
4.) What is a cam and a follower? Define Cam profile, base circle and pitch curve as
applied to cam.
5.) Stat ethe difference:
a) Use of open belt and cross belt
b) Initial tension and effective tension
6.) Give a classification of chain, based on their usage.
7.) What is flywheel? Describe the application of flywheel.
8.) Draw and explain the turning moment diagram of a flywheel of single cylinder
double acting steam engine.
9.) Describe the mass moment of inertia and radius of gyration as applied to flywheel.
10.) Explain the causes of vibrations in machines.
11.) Briefly describe the general types of vibrations.
12.) What do you mean by “Out of balance”? State the importance of balancing in
machines.
13.) Define the terms: coefficient of fluctuation of speed and coefficient of fluctuation of
energy of a flywheel.
14.) Explain the advantages and disadvantages of chain drive over belt drive.
15.) Differentiate btw a fast and a loose pulley.
2021-2022
1.) Differentiate btw higher pair and lower pair with example.
2.) State the importance of balancing of machines.
3.) Classify vibrations and explain each type briefly.
4.) What is the difference btw analysis of mechanics and synthesis of mechanics.
5.) Explain the process of kinematic analysis of four bar mechanics.
6.) Why is dynamics force analysis necessary?
7.) Give the analytical method for the velocity and acceleration of a piston.
8.) Explain the dynamic analysis of slider crank mechanics.
9.) What are the main advantages and disadvantages of V-belt over flat belt drive?
10.) Define velocity ratio. Drive an expression for slip btw belt and pulleys.
11.) Give any five terms of gear nomenclature.
12.) Describe flywheels and give its uses.
13.) Define the following cam technology.
Base circle, cam profile, Lift, Angle of ascent, Angle of descent, Dwell
14.) Explain the Displacement diagram of CAM, with uniform acceleration.