Explore topic-wise MCQs in Engineering Metrology.

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1.

Which of the following is true for precision polygons?

A. It is not possible to make a full calibration of the rotary table with one polygon
B. Correction factor is applicable for reference to the exact centering
C. Reflecting surfaces should be within 6 to 7 seconds of nominal angle
D. Correction factor is not applicable when the centre of the mirror is used in calibration
Answer» B. Correction factor is applicable for reference to the exact centering
2.

What is the flatness of reflecting faces of precision polygons?

A. Within 0.0002 mm
B. Within 0.0001 mm
C. Within 0.0003 mm
D. Within 0.0004 mm
Answer» C. Within 0.0003 mm
3.

Which of the following option is true for the given statements about precision polygons?Statement 1: It may have unequal angles.Statement 2: Polygon with 12 sides is used for most of the works.

A. T, F
B. F, F
C. T, T
D. F, T
Answer» D. F, T
4.

WHAT_IS_THE_FLATNESS_OF_REFLECTING_FACES_OF_PRECISION_POLYGONS??$

A. Within 0.0002 mm
B. Within 0.0001 mm
C. Within 0.0003 mm
D. Within 0.0004 mm
Answer» C. Within 0.0003 mm
5.

Which_of_the_following_is_true_for_precision_polygons?$

A. It is not possible to make a full calibration of the rotary table with one polygon
B. Correction factor is applicable for reference to the exact centering
C. Reflecting surfaces should be within 6 to 7 seconds of nominal angle
D. Correction factor is not applicable when the centre of the mirror is used in calibration
Answer» B. Correction factor is applicable for reference to the exact centering
6.

To what accuracy all face of a precision polygon made square to the bottom supporting surface?

A. 2.5 µm
B. 3.5 mm
C. 2.5 mm
D. 3.5 µm
Answer» B. 3.5 mm
7.

What is the primary consideration in the accuracy of precision polygons?

A. How closely the mirror agrees with nominal angle
B. How closely the reflecting surface agrees with nominal angle
C. Primary consideration for precision polygons is how square and flat it is or its surface
D. How many sides polygon has having
Answer» D. How many sides polygon has having
8.

What is the accuracy of top and supporting surface of type 3 precision polygon as per IS: 6987-1973?

A. 0.005 and 0.04 mm
B. 0.0025 and 0.005
C. 0.007 and 0.0035
D. 0.001 and 0.002 mm
Answer» B. 0.0025 and 0.005
9.

What is the dimension of polygon between top and supporting surfaces for a type 2 precision polygon as per IS: 6987-1973?

A. 75 mm
B. 150 mm
C. 300 mm
D. 600 mm
Answer» C. 300 mm
10.

How many holes are provided in precision polygons for clamping purpose?

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Answer» E.
11.

What are the maximum numbers of faces a precision polygon can have?

A. 30
B. 60
C. 90
D. 72
Answer» E.
12.

What is the maximum overall diameter for precision polygons?

A. 100 mm
B. 200 mm
C. 300 mm
D. 400 mm
Answer» D. 400 mm