B.E./ B.

Tech DEGREE EXAMINATION, SEP - 2013

Cycle IV

Unit Test IV

VII th Semester

Department of Mechanical Engineering

708MET03 COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING A&B

28.09.2k11 Answer ALL Questions PART A (5 x 2 = 10 marks)

Maximum: 50 marks

1. What is MAP? 2. Compare manual and computer aided process planning 3. Mention any four GT coding systems 4. Define the term SFC in CIM 5. Why parts to be identified automatically in CIM factories?

PART B (2 x 16 + 1 x 8 = 40 marks)

6. Discuss the different types of communications in CIM

(16)

7. With suitable diagrams explain Generative and Variant CAPP methods

(16)

8. Discuss the three phases of shop floor control techniques and applications

(8)

Dr K Balagurunathan Advisor

Dr PV Senthiil HEAD/MECH