Q.1
14 Marks(a)
State the need for advanced machining processes in industry.
(b)
Explain role of electrolyte in ECM process.
(c)
Explain Ultrasonic Machining (USM) with diagram and material removal mechanism.
Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2026 examination
GTU 3161922 Advanced Manufacturing Processes Summer 2026 Question Paper & PDF
B.E. · Mechanical Engineering · Semester 6 · Subject code 3161922
- Total
- 70 marks
- To pass
- 23 marks (33%)
- Duration
- 2.5 Hours 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
- Questions
- 5 with internal choice
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Q.2
14 Marks(a)
Write types of Lasers with their properties.
(b)
Compare WJM and AWJM processes.
(c)
Evaluate different unconventional machining processes based on applications.
OR
(c)
Evaluate suitability of different machining processes for hard materials.
Q.3
14 Marks(a)
Explain why masking is essential in chemical machining.
(b)
Explain process parameters affecting MRR in AJM.
(c)
Draw and explain cause-effect (Ishikawa) diagram for EDM process.
OR
(a)
Explain why vacuum is required in EBM process.
(b)
Explain effect of stand-off distance in AJM.
(c)
Analyze the effect of process parameters on MRR and surface finish in EDM.
Q.4
14 Marks(a)
Discuss the importance of slicing in rapid prototyping.
(b)
Compare FDM and SLA processes based on accuracy, cost, and materials.
(c)
Explain FDM process in detail and analyze factors affecting part strength and surface finish.
OR
(a)
Explain how build orientation affects RP output quality.
(b)
Analyze how RP contributes to product development and innovation.
(c)
Explain Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM) and analyze its advantages and limitations.
Q.5
14 Marks(a)
Discuss importance of cullet in glass manufacturing.
(b)
Describe soda-lime glass composition, properties
(c)
Explain Pultrusion process with neat sketch and analyze factors affecting product quality.
OR
(a)
Explain Continuous Glass Fibers Process with neat sketch.
(b)
Describe steps in glass manufacturing.
(c)
Describe compression moulding for composites and analyze its advantages and limitations.
Other Semester 6 subjects
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Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) examination paper for Advanced Manufacturing Processes (Summer 2026, B.E. · Mechanical Engineering, Sem 6). Features complete 70-mark regular & remedial examination pattern, official marking distribution across all 5 questions, and direct 1-click official PDF download.
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