Department of Mechanical Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2009/10 |
ME30036: Manufacturing processes & analysis |
 Credits:
| 6 |
| Level:
| Honours |
| Period: | Semester 1 |
| Assessment:
| EX 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment: | ME30036 Re-assessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
| Before taking this unit you must take ME20019 |
| Description: | Aims: * To introduce the student to methods of analysis in forming processes. * To introduce the student to the use of numerical and experimental techniques. * To gain knowledge of simulation and modelling of manufacturing processes. * To gain understanding on how analytical methods are applied to industrial processes. * To provide the students with an appreciation and understanding of advanced non traditional material removal and shaping processes. * To introduce the students to the methods and of beam technology and their application in industry. Learning Outcomes: After taking this unit the student should be able to: * Compare and contrast methods of analysis. * Application of analytical, numerical and simulation methods in the manufacturing of metallic parts. * Identify appropriate methods of analysis to selected manufacturing processes. * Select processing parameters that are necessary to the analysis and modelling of -forming processes. * Compare various modes of deformation in forming operations. * Select appropriate tool and operational parameters to non-traditional processing operations. Skills: Problem solving; numeracy; IT; working independently. Content: Syllabus: Introduction to analytical and numerical analysis in manufacturing. Work formulae. Force equilibrium methods. Slip line field theory. Limit analysis Upper and Lower Bound Techniques. Numerical methods. Visio-plasticity. Non-traditional material cutting operations; ECM, EDM, water jet cutting. Beam technology applications (e.g. Laser, Ion, Ultrasonic) and their industrial application to welding and metal removal. The course includes a self-study section that expands student knowledge on selected processing techniques. Topics for self study that could be examined. |