THEORY EXAMINATION (SEM–VIII) 2016-17 COMPUTER AIDED PROCESS PLANNIING

Section A

Section A contains short questions that test basic concepts of Computer Aided Process Planning, manufacturing systems, and planning techniques. Students need to write definitions, explain terms, and state principles related to CAPP and CIM.

Example Questions from Section A:

State the principle of CAPP.

What is forward and backward planning?

What is CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing)?

Define integrated process planning system.

What is Group Technology?

What is Generative CAPP system?

Define manufacturing tolerances.

What is capacity planning system?

Explain benefits of CAPP.

Why machining parameters are selected?

Section B 

Section B contains medium-length questions that require detailed explanations about process planning, manufacturing flexibility, and system capabilities. Students must describe applications and advantages of CAPP systems.

Example Questions from Section B:

Differentiate manual and computer-based process planning.

Explain flexible manufacturing system capabilities.

Describe process planning for rotational and prismatic parts.

Explain cellular manufacturing and its advantages.

Explain expert systems in CAPP.

Explain tolerance-cost relationship.

Explain mathematical approach for machining parameters.

Discuss criteria for selecting CAPP system.

Explain role of process planning in manufacturing.

Section C 

Section C contains long and advanced questions that require detailed explanations and diagrams related to CAPP systems and manufacturing planning. Students must explain advanced planning methods and system flexibility.

Example Questions from Section C:

Explain variant and generative CAPP systems with sketches.

Explain generative process planning systems.

Discuss advantages of process planning systems.

Explain flexibility in manufacturing systems.

Describe components of manufacturing system.

Explain integration of CAPP with CIM.