Explore topic-wise MCQs in Mechanical Engineering.

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51.

In arc welding, arc is created between the electrode and work by?

A. contact resistance
B. flow of voltage
C. flow of current
D. electrical energy
Answer» E.
52.

Consider a situation in which a welding operation is being performed with V = 20 volts, I = 200 A, and the cross-sectional area of the weld bead is 30 mm2. Estimate the welding speed if the workpiece and electrode are made of (a) aluminum, (b) carbon steel, and (c) titanium. Use an efficiency of 75%.

A. 35 mm/s
B. 34.5 mm/s
C. 36 mm/s
D. 46 mm/s
Answer» C. 36 mm/s
53.

A three phase induction motor is sometimes called a generalized transformer in so far as voltage and frequency transformation has been concerned. Then the rotor emf E2 and the rotor current I2 are zero at

A. ns
B. 2ns
C. zero
D. slip of 50%
Answer» B. 2ns
54.

A three phase induction motor is sometimes called a generalized transformer in so far as voltage and frequency transformation has been concerned. How a three phase induction motor operates when rotor frequency is less than stator frequency?

A. it operates as induction motor
B. emf is induced in rotor
C. rmf will rotate at synchronous speed
D. all of the mentioned
Answer» E.
55.

A three phase induction motor is sometimes called a generalized transformer in so far as voltage and frequency transformation has been concerned. How a three phase induction motor operates when rotor frequency is greater than stator frequency?

A. rotor will be driven against rmf
B. rotor will be driven in direction of rmf
C. no emf will be induced
D. the losses will be maximum
Answer» B. rotor will be driven in direction of rmf
56.

The rotor of a three phase induction motor can never attain synchronous speed.

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
57.

Additives can be used for the non-ferrous application to avoid the poor collapsibility of the mould.

A. true
B. false
Answer» C.
58.

Co2 moulding is mainly used for the increase in strength and hardness of the moulds and cores.

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
59.

Which of the following types of centrifugal casting process is used for the casting, whose shape of casting is not axi- symmetric?

A. true centrifugal casting
B. semi centrifugal casting
C. centrifuging
D. full centrifugal casting
Answer» D. full centrifugal casting
60.

Castings made by the centrifugal casting process have negligible porosity.

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
61.

It is also possible to make un-symmetric shape of casting in true centrifugal casting by introducing some variations to the mould.

A. true
B. false
Answer» C.
62.

Which of the following parts is provided in between the mould and casing to reduce the vibrations?

A. steel balls
B. metallic roller
C. viscous fluid
D. grease
Answer» C. viscous fluid
63.

Pressure range for low pressure die casting is

A. 0.3-1.5 bars
B. 0.5-2 bars
C. 2-6 bars
D. up to 8 bars
Answer» B. 0.5-2 bars
64.

Cores used in PMC are usually made up of?

A. metal
B. collapsable material
C. sand
D. all of the mentioned
Answer» E.
65.

Hollow casting is the other name of which of the following special casting process?

A. slush casting
B. vacuum die casting
C. precision investment casting
D. squeeze casting
Answer» B. vacuum die casting
66.

The machine used to mix shell mould particles consistently is

A. mixer
B. cupola furnace
C. mueller
D. mixer & cupola furnace
Answer» D. mixer & cupola furnace
67.

In an induction furnace, mixing and melting rates are altered by?

A. controlling the temperature ranges only
B. controlling the number of electrodes used only
C. controlling power and frequency of current only
D. all of the mentioned factors
Answer» D. all of the mentioned factors
68.

There is no direct contact of flame and metal in which of the following type of furnace?

A. cupola
B. crucible
C. electric arc
D. induction
Answer» C. electric arc
69.

Electric arc furnaces are most suitable for which of the following type of material?

A. ferrous
B. non-ferrous
C. both ferrous and nonferrous
D. neither ferrous nor nonferrous
Answer» B. non-ferrous
70.

The                                property ensures the removal of excess sand in the mould box.

A. adhesiveness
B. cohesiveness
C. green strength
D. compressive strength
Answer» B. cohesiveness
71.

Binding property of the sand increases because of the                          property.

A. cohesiveness
B. collapsibility
C. flow ability
D. permeability
Answer» B. collapsibility
72.

The                is responsible for the impact strength in the molding sand.

A. aggregates
B. refractoriness
C. impurities
D. permeability
Answer» B. refractoriness
73.

Shrinkage allowance does not depend on which of the following factor?

A. moulding method
B. casting dimension
C. pouring temperature of molten metal
D. amount of finish required
Answer» E.
74.

The initial cost in blow molding is low.

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
75.

°C.

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
76.

What is the maximum thickness that can be allowed for a plastics sheet in a vacuum forming process?

A. 3 mm
B. 3.1 mm
C. 3.2 mm
D. 3.3 mm
Answer» D. 3.3 mm
77.

Which of the following is not an application of blow molding process?

A. toy bodies
B. door liners
C. bottles
D. pipes
Answer» C. bottles
78.

Which of the following is not a type of blow molding process?

A. injection blow molding
B. extrusion blow molding
C. multi-smaller blow molding
D. multi-larger blow molding
Answer» D. multi-larger blow molding
79.

What can be the maximum pressure to be given to plastic for blow molding process?

A. 700 kpa
B. 750 kpa
C. 800 kpa
D. 850 kpa
Answer» D. 850 kpa
80.

What is the minimum thickness required by the plastic for vacuum forming?

A. 0.125 mm
B. 0.25 mm c) 0.375 mm
C. d) 0.5 mm
Answer» B. 0.25 mm c) 0.375 mm
81.

What is the minimum air pressure required in the blow molding process?

A. 350 kpa
B. 400 kpa
C. 450 kpa
D. 500 kpa
Answer» C. 450 kpa
82.

Which of the following plastics is not used in blow molding?

A. terephthalate
B. polypropylene
C. polythene
D. pvc
Answer» B. polypropylene
83.

In blow molding, to inflate soft plastic, which medium is used?

A. air
B. water
C. oil
D. alcohol
Answer» B. water
84.

The barrel is used for the opening and closing of the mold.

A. true
B. false
Answer» C.
85.

What is the minimum pressure allowed to be given to the injection molding process?

A. 90 mpa
B. 100 mpa
C. 140 mpa
D. 170 mpa
Answer» C. 140 mpa
86.

Which of the following material is not made by injection molding?

A. nuts
B. tubes
C. car handles
D. electrical fittings
Answer» C. car handles
87.

Thermosetting plastics can be used for manufacturing of windshield for airplane.

A. true
B. false
Answer» C.
88.

How does the piston in the clamping unit move?

A. hydraulic energy
B. pneumatic energy
C. heat energy
D. suction
Answer» B. pneumatic energy
89.

How is the die used in injection molding cooled?

A. oil
B. air
C. water
D. contact with cold surface
Answer» D. contact with cold surface
90.

Mechanical properties of any plastics are mainly dependent on the temperature, force and time of load applied.

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
91.

Phenolic plastics can also be used as binder for holding plies of wood in making of plywood.

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
92.

Polyurethane plastics are highly reactive to chemical compounds due to lack of elasticity in these plastics.

A. true
B. false
Answer» C.
93.

Thermosetting plastics like epoxies can be used for filament wound rocket motor casings in missiles by combining with glass fibers.

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
94.

Polyethylene, polypropylene and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) are the main example of thermosetting polymers.

A. true
B. false
Answer» C.
95.

Which of the following types of molecular structure present in thermosetting polymers?

A. linear polymers
B. branched polymers
C. cross-linked polymers
D. network polymers
Answer» D. network polymers
96.

Thermosetting plastics are generally used for making products of high strength and rigidness.

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
97.

Speed of production in transfer molding is higher than that of compression molding?

A. true
B. false
Answer» B. false
98.

What is the minimum pressure required in a transfer molding process?

A. 20 mpa
B. 40 mpa
C. 50 mpa
D. 70 mpa
Answer» B. 40 mpa
99.

What is the maximum curing time required in a compression molding process?

A. 2 minutes
B. 3 minutes
C. 4 minutes
D. 5 minutes
Answer» E.
100.

In compression molding, the curing time does not depend on which of the following factors?

A. material
B. curing temperature
C. geometry
D. thickness
Answer» C. geometry