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APJ ABDUL KALAM TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
FIRST SEMESTER M.TECH. DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2017
Production Engineering
(Manufacturing Systems Management)
07E6111 Advanced Materials for Manufacturing and Processes
Max. Marks 60 Duration 3 Hours
Answer all six questions. Part of each question is compulsory.
Answer either part or part of each question
Q.no. Module 1 Marks
1a Differentiate composites from conventional materials. What are the advantages of
composites?
4
Answer b or c
b Explain the classification of composites based on matrices as well as
reinforcements.
5
c Explain the various applications of composites. 5
Q.no. Module 2 Marks
2a Describe briefly about metal matrix composites. 4
Answer b or c
b Write short note on processing of ceramic matrix composite. 5
c Differentiate between various polymers used as matrix materials for composites. 5
Q.no. Module 3 Marks
3a Explain the different stages of powder metallurgy. 4
Answer b or c
b Describe the hot isostatic pressing method for compaction in powder metallurgy. 5
c Write short note on the secondary processing steps employed in powder metallurgy. 5
Q.no. Module 4 Marks
4a Explain nanomaterials. What are the classifications of nanomaterials?. 4
Answer b or c
b List the applications of powder metallurgy route. 5
c Describe the applications of nanomaterials in the present context of life. 5
Q.no. Module 5 Marks
5a How non-conventional material removal processes are different? 5
Answer b or c
b With a neat sketch explain electrical discharge machining process. 7
c Describe the water jet machining process with a neat diagram. 7
Q.no. Module 6 Marks
6a Why surface texture is important in engineering components? 5
Answer b or c
b Describe with a neat diagram the thermal spraying method for surface coating. 7
c With a neat sketch explain the vapour deposition method for surface coating. 7