Q.1
14 Marks(a)
Explain role of management in CAM.
(b)
Explain the difference between NC, CNC and DNC machine.
(c)
Discuss the concept of CIM wheel and benefits derived from CIM.
Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2026 examination
GTU 2171903 Computer Aided Manufacturing Summer 2026 Question Paper & PDF
B.E. · Mechanical Engineering · Semester 7 · Subject code 2171903
- Total
- 70 marks
- To pass
- 23 marks (33%)
- Duration
- 2.5 Hours 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
- Questions
- 5 with internal choice
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Q.2
14 Marks(a)
Explain the need of CAM in today’s industry era.
(b)
Explain tool length compensation with neat sketch.
(c)
Explain the axis designation in a CNC lathe machine. State rule followed for axis designation.
OR
(c)
Describe with sketch the working and construction of recirculating ball screw used in CNC machine tools.
Q.3
14 Marks(a)
Explain essential elements of a PLC system.
(b)
Write difference between absolute and incremental programming.
(c)
What is Production Flow Analysis (PFA)? Write various steps to be followed for PFA.
OR
(a)
Explain the PLC architecture using a diagram.
(b)
What is group technology? Define part family.
(c)
Write down benefits of group technology. Differentiate between Generative process planning and Variant process planning.
Q.4
14 Marks(a)
Explain End-effectors in robots
(b)
What is AGV? Explain different types of AGV used in FMS.
(c)
What is FMS? Which are various components of FMS?
OR
(a)
Differentiate in detail between GT and FMS.
(b)
Discuss the concept of JIT. List various advantages of JIT in manufacturing.
(c)
Explain the types of AS/RS and its applications.
Q.5
14 Marks(a)
Explain in brief Economic Evaluation of investment in robotic installation.
(b)
Draw and explain the structure of an MRP system.
(c)
What is computer integrated production management system? Explain with neat flow chart.
OR
(a)
What is MRP-II? Explain in brief
(b)
Explain various sensors and actuators used in robots.
(c)
Describe the methods for programming robots. What are the advantages of each method?
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