Geometry of Cutting Tools: Geometry of single-point cutting tool: Tool-in
hand system, ASA system, Significance of various angles of single point
cutting tools, Orthogonal Rake System (ORS).
Mechanics of Machining Processes: Orthogonal and Oblique cutting,
Mechanics of Chip formation: Types of chips, chip-breakers, Chip reduction
coefficient, shear angle, shear strain, Built-Up-Edge and its effect in metal
cutting, Merchant’s analysis of metal cutting process - Various forces, power
and specific energy in cutting, Problems on Tool Geometry and Mechanics
of Machining, Theories of Metal Cutting: Ernst & Merchant, theory,
Modified Merchant’s theory, Lee & Shaffer Theory, Stress distribution at
Chip-Tool Interface.
- Teacher: GopalaKrishnaiah Peteti