Basics of Civil and Mechanical Engineering (Mechanical part)

Unit wise Question Bank

Unit-1

1. Discuss the role of mechanical engineering with the help of an example

2. Discuss the technological developments in various industries
3. Classify various engineering materials used in different industries. Discuss in detail any 2
of them
4. Explain the various properties of materials
5. Discuss various ferrous and non-ferrous metals and their uses
6. List out properties and applications of Ceramic materials
7. Briefly discuss properties and applications of Composite materials
8. Classify various composite materials
9. What are Smart materials and give their applications

Unit-2
Part A: Manufacturing Processes

1. Classify various manufacturing processes

2. Discuss the steps involved in the casting process with the help of a neat sketch. Give its
uses
3. Describe the forming process with its advantages and disadvantages
4. State joining process and explain the different joining process
5. Discuss the welding process with its applications
6. Explain the machining process with its merits and demerits
7. What is 3D printing? Explain its advantages and disadvantages.
8. Illustrate the role of Smart Manufacturing

Part B: Thermal Engineering

1. Explain the working principle of boilers with a neat sketch.

2. Illustrate the working of following thermodynamic cycles a) Otto cycle and b) Diesel
cycle
3. Differentiate the Otto Cycle and Diesel cycle
4. Discuss the working principle of refrigeration system
5. Define IC engine and list out different types of engines. Explain the working of any one
engine with a neat sketch.
6. Describe the working of SI and CI Engines with suitable diagram
7. Make a note on Two stroke and Four stroke engines
8. Briefly discuss the main components of electric and hybrid vehicles
Unit 3

1. Explain the principle and working of a Thermal Power Plant with neat sketch
2. Write the advantages and disadvantages of thermal power plants
3. Discuss the principle and working of a Hydro Electric Power Plant with suitable sketch
4. Briefly explain the principle and working of a Nuclear Power Plant with a neat sketch
5. Illustrate the principle and working of a Diesel Power Plant with diagram
6. Discuss various methods to transmit mechanical power with a neat sketch
7. Explain various types of joints in robotics
8. Define robot and describe the different types configurations o robotics
9. Explain the role and applications of robotics in different industries