Code No: V3212/R07

Set No: 1

III B. Tech - II Semester Regular, Examinations, April/May 2011 CAD / CAM (Mechanical Engineering) Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80 Answer any FIVE Questions All Questions carry equal marks ***** 1. a) Draw the block diagram of product cycle and discuss the different elements of it. b) What are the different types of output devices? Briefly discuss any two types. (8+8) 2. a) What is meant by geometric transformations? Explain briefly b) Magnify the triangle with vertices A(0,0), B(1,1) and C(5,2) to thrice its size while keeping C(5,2) fixed (8+8) 3. a) What is a spline function? Discuss its characteristics. b) Discuss the various surface manipulation techniques. 4. a) Why the solid modelling is necessary? b) What are the different display control commands? Explain them briefly

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5. a) Discuss the different types of Numerical Control Techniques and explain their significance b) Explain the various motion commands used in APT program (8+8) 6. a) Discuss how a company will benefit from a suitable classification and coding system. b) Explain the method of retrieval type of process planning system (8+8) 7. a) What is quality control? Explain the non-contact type of inspection methods. b) Explain the following inspection systems: i. Online inspection ii. In-process inspection (8+8) 8. a) Explain the different types of manufacturing systems in CIM. b) Discuss the advantages of computer integrated manufacturing systems.

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Code No: V3212/R07

Set No: 2

III B. Tech - II Semester Regular, Examinations, April/May 2011 CAD / CAM (Mechanical Engineering) Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80 Answer any FIVE Questions All Questions carry equal marks ***** 1. a) What are the fundamental reasons for implementing a CAD system in the design process? Explain b) Briefly explain the term product life cycle. (8+8) 2. Explain the following transformations in 2D and 3D concept of computer graphics with an example: i. Translation ii. Scaling iii. Rotation b) What is meant by combined transformations? Explain with a suitable example. (8+8) 3. a) Discuss the typical characteristics of Bezier Curves. b) Explain various types of sweeps with the help of neat sketches. (8+8) 4. a) Explain the constructive sold geometry for representation of solids. b) Discuss the basic geometric commands in modelling system. 5. a) What is right hand rule in NC and where is it used? b) What is macro statement? Explain its importance in part programming. c) What is meant by DNC? Discuss how it is different from CNC. 6. a) Briefly explain the need for computer aided process planning. b) What is the importance of parts classification and coding system? 7. a) Discuss the various terminology used in quality control. b) Discuss any two types of contact type inspection methods.

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8. a) What are the different types of manufacturing systems? Explain them briefly. b) What is AGV? Explain the functions of AGV. (8+8)

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Code No: V3212/R07

Set No: 3

III B. Tech - II Semester Regular, Examinations, April/May 2011 CAD / CAM (Mechanical Engineering) Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80 Answer any FIVE Questions All Questions carry equal marks ***** 1. a) Explain the typical configuration of hardware components in a CAD/CAM system. b) With the help of neat sketch, explain the working of a central processing unit.(8+8) 2. a) Write the three dimensional matrices for scaling, translation and rotation. b) Briefly explain the hidden surface removal used in CAD. 3. a) Discuss the construction and characteristics of B-splines b) What are the merits and demerits of surface modelling? 4. a) Discuss the analytical solid modelling techniques. b) Briefly explain the following: i. Dimensioning ii. Editing

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5. a) What are the important components of NC machine tools? Explain them briefly. b) Discuss the adaptive control system for turning operation with the help of simple example. (8+8) 6. a) Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of OPITZ code system. b) Describe the methodology to be followed for developing a generative type computer aided process planning method. 7. a) Discuss the role of computers in quality control. b) Explain the advantages and limitations of optical type inspection methods. 8. a) Explain the advantages and applications of AS/RS b) Explain the role of human labour in CIM environment.

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Code No: V3212/R07

Set No: 4

III B. Tech - II Semester Regular, Examinations, April/May 2011 CAD / CAM (Mechanical Engineering) Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 80 Answer any FIVE Questions All Questions carry equal marks ***** 1. a) Explain the following: i. Cursor control devices ii. Digitizers b) Explain the various storage devices used in CAD/CAM system.

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2. a) What is data structure? Mention the different types of data structures. b) Discuss the different types of graphical coordinate systems with the help of neat sketches (8+8) 3. a) Enumerate the differences between B Spline and Bezier curves. b) Explain boundary representation method with suitable examples. 4. a) What is solid modelling? State important advantages of solid modelling. b) Distinguish between wire frame and solid modelling techniques

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5. a) Name and explain any five features of a modern CNC machine control unit b) What is machining center? Discuss the important characteristics of machining center. (8+8) 6. a) Compare the variant and generative process planning methods. b) Explain Opitz method of parts classification and coding system with a suitable example. (8+8) 7. a) Explain the procedure for integration of CAD/CAM with inspection system b) Briefly discuss the non-optical type of inspection method. (8+8) 8. a) Draw the diagram of CIM cycle and explain the role of each activity in it b) Explain the various control systems used in CIM.

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