Code No: RR411803 Set No.

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IV B.Tech I Semester Supplementary Examinations, February 2007
POWDER METALLURGY
(Metallurgy & Material Technology)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) What is the scope of Powder Metallurgy?

(b) Compare Powder Metallurgy with other fabrication techniques. [7+9]

2. Give three examples of applications of Powder Metallurgy and briefly explain the
reason for such applications. [16]

3. (a) Describe particle size determination by sedimentation and permeability.

(b) What are the various means by which average size of the particles determined.
[8+8]

4. Explain the following terms:

(a) Apparent density

(b) Tap density
(c) Green strength
(d) Flowability [4 x 4]

5. (a) Compare and contrast hot compacting with cold die compaction.
(b) Explain the process, the limitations and the fields of application of hot com-
pacting.
(c) Do you expect any variation in the compact strength and other properties in
compacts obtained by these two techniques? Give reasons. [6+6+4]

6. Discuss the kinetics and mechanisms of sintering in detail. [16]

7. (a) How are Carbide tipped tools manufactured by the Powder Metallurgy method?
(b) Describe their properties and uses. [10+6]

8. (a) Explain the Cu − Al2 O3 Sysyem.

(b) Explain the applications of the Cu − Al2 O3 system. [8+8]

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Code No: RR411803 Set No. 2
IV B.Tech I Semester Supplementary Examinations, February 2007
POWDER METALLURGY
(Metallurgy & Material Technology)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. Critically discuss the importance and specific applications of powder metallurgy.

[16]

2. What process/processes do you recommend for production of Iron Powders for

making

(a) filters and

(b) magnetic pole piece of high purity and density? Justify your answer. [16]

3. Discuss the Hydrometallurgical extraction process for the production of nickel metal
powder. [16]

4. Explain the following terms:

(a) Apparent density

(b) Tap density
(c) Green strength
(d) Flowability [4 x 4]

5. Critically discuss various theories of sintering. [16]

6. (a) What are decarburisation and dezincification?

(b) Explain how they are prevented during sintering of ferrous and Brass materials
respectively. [8+8]

7. Describe with the help of a flow sheet the production of Tungsten Carbide Powder
starting with sheelite ore as a raw material. [16]

8. What is meant by impregnation? Discuss its importance in the field of parts-

production by Powder Metallurgy techniques. [16]

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Code No: RR411803 Set No. 3
IV B.Tech I Semester Supplementary Examinations, February 2007
POWDER METALLURGY
(Metallurgy & Material Technology)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) What are the various methods of manufacture of metal powders?

(b) Explain in detail any three of the methods. [8+8]

2. Give three examples of applications of Powder Metallurgy and briefly explain the
reason for such applications. [16]

3. (a) What is the purpose of mixing?

(b) Describe different types of mills used for mixing.
(c) Indicate the problems associated with it. [4+6+6]

4. (a) What is the role of lubrication in die compaction?

(b) Give examples of various lubricants. [10+6]

5. Describe four important material transport mechanisms of sintering. [16]

6. (a) Critically explain the steps involved in production of Self-lubricating bearings.

(b) What are their fields of application? [12+4]

7. (a) What is the double-sintering process?

(b) Why are presintering and heat treatment of green carbide done?Explain.
[8+8]

8. Write short notes on:

(a) Sintered carbide tools

(b) Furnaces used for sintering
(c) Sieve analysis
(d) Hot isostatic pressing [4 x 4]

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Code No: RR411803 Set No. 4
IV B.Tech I Semester Supplementary Examinations, February 2007
POWDER METALLURGY
(Metallurgy & Material Technology)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) What are the various methods of manufacture of metal powders?

(b) Explain in detail any three of the methods. [8+8]

2. Give three examples of applications of Powder Metallurgy and briefly explain the
reason for such applications. [16]

3. (a) What is blending or mixing?

(b) ‘Blending and Mixing are extremely desirable in the production of Powder
Metallurgical parts’. Explain. [8+8]

4. Explain any three of the following powder characteristics and their effects on prop-
erties of sintered products.

(a) Flow rate

(b) Particle size distribution
(c) Apparent density
(d) Particle composition and structure [6+5+5]

5. (a) What specific role is played by diffusion during the sintering of a metal powder
compact?
(b) Is it in any way diffusion from metals attained by conventional methods? If
so Why? [8+8]

6. (a) What are the driving forces for sintering.

(b) Explain sintering mechanisms. [6+10]

7. (a) What is the double-sintering process?

(b) Why are presintering and heat treatment of green carbide done?Explain.
[8+8]

8. Write notes on the following:

(a) Sintering atmospheres

(b) Dispersion strengthened materials [8+8]

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