Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology B.E. - Aeronautical Engineering SAEA1302 Aircraft Production Techniques Syllabus

[Arvind Kumar]

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology B.E. - Aeronautical Engineering SAEA1302 Aircraft Production Techniques Syllabus

SATHYABAMA INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

SAEA1302 AIRCRAFT PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES
L T P Credits Total Marks
3 0 0 3 100

UNIT 1 AIRCRAFT GENERAL ENGINEERING TOOLS AND MEASUREMENTS 9 Hrs.
Aircraft tools, vice, hammers, chisels, files, hacksaw, marking tools-surface plate, scriber, punch, vblock, angle plate, trisquare;
marking out; tools-inspection, maintenance & safety precautions. Linear measurements – non-precision & precision
instruments; Angular measurements - non-precision & precision instruments; Taper measurements, surface measurements
& Gauges.

UNIT 2 LATHE AND SPECIAL PURPOSE LATHES 9 Hrs.
Process – theory of metal cutting, lathe- constructional features, cutting tool, geometry, various operations, taper turning
methods, thread cutting methods,; capstan and turret lathes; Automats – single spindle, multi spindle, automatic screw type.

UNIT 3 CONVENTIONAL MACHINE TOOLS 9 Hrs.
Machine tools; principle operation, construction and working of shaper, planer, slotter machines; Milling Machines - types,
milling cutters – Hole making; drilling – reaming, boring, taping.

UNIT 4 CASTING AND METAL JOINING PROCESS 9 Hrs.
Production processes – comparison – sand casting – mould, pattern, die – pattern Allowances – materials – types – steps
involved in core function and core making – runner, riser, gate-purpose – construction, principle of die-casting, shell
moulding, investment casting, centrifugal casting. Types of joining process, welding process - Construction and applications
of gas and arc welding, equipment used, flame characteristics, filler, flux materials – soldering and brazing – rivets;
purpose, types, classification, riveting tools.

UNIT 5 SURFACE FINISHING AND PROTECTIVE COATING 9 Hrs.
Grinding process; cylindrical grinding, surface grinding, center less grinding – honing, lapping, super finishing, polishing,
buffing and hobbing. Metallic Coatings; electro plating, galvanizing, tin coating, anodizing. Organic Finishes; primers, oil
paint, brushing, spraying and rubber base coatings, Additive Technology.
Max. 45 Hrs.

COURSE OUTCOMES
On completion of the course, student will be able to
CO1 - Describe the basic concepts of various measurement tools in aircraft production.
CO2 - Recognize various Aircraft Engineering tools.
CO3 - Understanding the basics of various machining operations used in lathe.
CO4 - Understanding the working principle of various conventional and non-conventional machines.
CO5 - Understanding the casting and metal joining process used in aircraft production.
CO6 - Understanding Surface Finishing and Protective Coating in Aircraft Production.

TEXT / REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Khanna. O.P. Lal. M., Production Technology – Dhanpat Rai Publication, New Delhi, 1997.
2. Champman W.A.J., Production Technology, 4th Edition, Arnold Publisher, New Delhi, 1994.
3. HajraChoudhury S.K. Elements of Workshop Technology, Vol.1 & 2, Media Promoters & Publisher Pvt Ltd, Mumbai.
4. Keshu, S.C., Ganapathy K.K., Aircraft Production Techniques – Interline Publishing House, Bangalore.

END SEMESTER EXAMINATION QUESTION PAPER PATTERN
Max. Marks: 100 Exam Duration: 3 Hrs.
PART A: 10 Question of 2 marks each – No choice 20 Marks
PART B: 2 Questions from each unit of internal choice, each carrying 16 marks 80 Marks