Mechanical System of Engineering with latest update QP-24 from Udemy

Hey dear students I am again updating the course with addition of recent Question paper of Pune University held on Jan-2024 with complete solution in two video lectures and one resource file along with question paper in 2 image pages. I was guest faculty at one of the reputed Engineering colleges of Pune and taught this complete subject and most of the topics are reflected in question paper. So my intension to give you the best as possible and to gain more confident and knowledge in the said subject. I will also update all the units ( I to VI) step by step so as to get more simplified version of the subject. Till then have a nice day and best of luck. Also don't forget to provide your valuable feedback after completion of the course. Thanks.

This is fourth and final update uploaded in the course on 15.06.2023. Answer sheet no. 4 (Question number 7 and 8 with answers) of Question Paper of April-2022 of SPPU university, Pune added. ( Video Lecture + Resource File) . So its beneficial for you all how to write answers in final exam..

Third update uploaded in the course on 01.06.2023. Answer sheet no. 3 (Question number 5 and 6 with answers) of Question Paper of April-2022 of SPPU university, Pune added. ( Video Lecture + Resource File) .

Second update uploaded in the course on 20.05.2023. Answer sheet no. 2 (Question number 3 and 4 with answers) of Question Paper of April-2022 of SPPU university, Pune added. ( Video Lecture + Resource File) .

First Update uploaded in the course on 02-05-2023 Answer sheet no. 1 (First 2 questions and answers) of Question Paper of April-2022 of SPPU university, Pune added. ( Video Lecture + Resource File) .

Third update will be soon uploaded after response to above.

Mechanical Systems of Engineering / Systems in Mechanical Engineering / Elements of Mechanical Engineering is the subject designed for First year year Engineering students. This is to enable all engineering students to get acquainted with the subject and also to get clear ideas of the mechanical devices / appliances which come across in real life. The course consists of Theoretical as well as numerical part. Numericals are incorporated as per syllabus structure so it is very beneficial for beginners to get an idea about method / approach to solve the same. The data required for preparation of the subject takes more time as to search through various books and web sites. The course hence designed with the requirement of the students so that they can save lot of time and also gain confidence to get through the subject with good score.

The course is divided into six units as below:

Unit-I : Introduction to Energy sources and its Energy Conversions

Unit-II : Introduction to Thermal Engineering

Unit-III : Introduction to Vehicles / Automobile Engineering and their Specifications

Unit-IV : Various Systems of Vehicle / Automobile

Unit-V : Introduction to Manufacturing Processes

Unit-VI : Engineering Mechanisms and their application in Domestic appliances

Unit I Introduction of energy sources & its conversion

Energy sources: Thermal energy, Hydropower energy, Nuclear energy, Solar energy, Geothermal energy, Wind energy, Hydrogen energy, Biomass energy and Tidal energy. Grades of Energy. (Numerical on efficiency calculation of thermal power plant )

Energy conversion devices: Introduction of pump, compressor, turbines, wind mills etc (Simple numerical on power and efficiency calculations) .

Unit II Introduction to Thermal Engineering

Laws of thermodynamics, heat engine, heat pump, refrigerator (simple numerical) Modes of heat transfer: conduction, convection and radiation, Fourier’s law, Newton’s law of cooling, Stefan Boltzmann’s law. (Simple numerical) Two stroke and Four stroke engines (Petrol, Diesel and CNG engines). Steam generators.

Unit III Vehicles and their Specifications

Classification of automobile. Vehicle specifications of two/three wheeler, light motor vehicles, trucks, buses and multi-axle vehicles. Engine components (Introduction). Study of engine specifications, comparison of specifications of vehicles. Introduction of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles. Cost analysis of the Vehicle.

Unit IV Vehicle systems

Introduction of chassis layouts, steering system, suspension system, braking system, cooling system and fuel injection system and fuel supply system. Study of Electric and Hybrid Vehicle systems. Study of power transmission system, clutch, gear box (Simple Numerical), propeller shaft, universal joint, differential gearbox and axles. Vehicle active and passive safety arrangements: seat, seat belts, airbags and antilock brake system.

Unit V Introduction to Manufacturing

Conventional Manufacturing Processes: Casting, Forging, Metal forming (Drawing, Extrusion, etc.), Sheet metal working, Metal joining, etc. Metal cutting processes and machining operations- Turning, Milling and Drilling, etc. Micromachining. Additive manufacturing and 3D Printing. Reconfigurable manufacturing system and IOT, Basic CNC programming: Concept of Computer Numerical Controlled machines.

Unit VI Engineering Mechanisms and their application in Domestic Appliances

Introduction to Basic mechanisms and equipment: Pumps, blowers, compressors, springs, gears, Belt-Pulley, Chain-Sprocket, valves, levers, etc. Introduction to terms: Specifications, Input, output, efficiency, etc.

Applications of: Compressors - Refrigerator, Water cooler, Split AC unit; Pumps - Water pump for overhead tanks, Water filter/Purifier units; Blower - Vacuum cleaner, Kitchen Chimney; Motor - Fans, Exhaust fans, Washing machines; Springs - Door closure, door locks, etc.; Gears - Wall clocks, watches, Printers, etc.; Application of Belt-Pulley/Chain-Sprocket - Photocopier, bicycle, etc.; Valves - Water tap, etc.; Application of levers - Door latch, Brake pedals, etc.; Electric/Solar energy - Geyser, Water heater, Electric iron, etc. (simple numerical on efficiency calculation)

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Learning objectives

To have the idea of energy and their way of conversions into various useful forms such as electricity
To get acquainted with basic concepts of thermal engineering and their applications, pros and cons
To know basic concepts of vehicles, specifications, types, various systems of vehicles such as suspension, braking, cooling, lubrication, transmission etc

To study the various manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, machining, welding,brazing, soldering etc
To get conversent with various mechanical devices such as refrigerators, solar heaters, heat pumps, air conditioners, blowers, compressors, pumps etc

To have the idea of energy and their way of conversions into various useful forms such as electricity
To get acquainted with basic concepts of thermal engineering and their applications, pros and cons
To know basic concepts of vehicles, specifications, types, various systems of vehicles such as suspension, braking, cooling, lubrication, transmission etc
To study the various manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, machining, welding,brazing, soldering etc
To get conversent with various mechanical devices such as refrigerators, solar heaters, heat pumps, air conditioners, blowers, compressors, pumps etc

Syllabus

Introduction

In this topic, contents of the subject is explained. there are total six units and each unit will be discussed in detail in consequent sections. This is just guideline for the FE students to know @ the syllabus.

Unit I Introduction of energy sources & its conversion (06 Hrs) Energy sources: Thermal energy, Hydropower energy, Nuclear energy, Solar energy, Geothermal energy, Wind energy, Hydrogen energy, Biomass energy and Tidal energy. Grades of Energy. (Numerical on efficiency calculation of thermal power plant )

Energyconversiondevices:Introductionofpump,compressor,turbines,windmillsetc(Simple numerical on power and efficiency calculations) .So in Section I / Unit-I we are dealing with above topics in brief as per requirement for FE students. There are total 12 lectures with videos and resource files so as to get complete idea about the unit.

In this lecture we are going to deal with Energy, Types of Energy and their conversion etc.

The working fluid is water and steam. This is called feed water and steam cycle. The ideal Thermodynamic Cycle to which the operation of a Thermal Power Station closely resembles is the RANKINE CYCLE. Study of Thermal power plant emphasizes the conversion of heat energy into mechanical energy and further converted into Electrical energy.

The working principle of Nuclear power plant, advantages and disadvantages etc as in attached resource file.

Please see Resource file for details.

Solar energy in Resources file

Biomass energy is a renewable energy source and is basically becoming need at remote places, villages for conversion into useful energy forms such as electricity, cooking etc. Its therefore essential to get the knowledge of bioenergy and its applications and merits / Demerits etc.

Various efforts are being made to find an alternate to conventional source of energy i.e. Coal, Petrol / Diesel nuclear energy in view of their depletion at fast rate . Geothermal energy source is one more alternative non conventional renewable source of energy which hopeful to meet certain demand of electricity in future.

Fuel Cells a popular name now a days being used for Electric vehicles is a promising alternate to Conventional source of energy such as petrol / diesel. Hence it is very important to have the idea of Fuel cell technology which still in research phase but definitely will emerge as a strong source of energy in near future. So we will study some more about Fuel cells in this part II.

In this unit-II we are dealing with Thermal power plant, Nuclear power plant, Hydel, wind, Tidal, Geothermal, Bioenergy and Fuel cells in total 10 lectures with separate videos and resource files which will help to understand the basic concepts with ease and building up the confidence in the subject.

To have the basic measuring units which are widely used in mechanical engineering / Thermodynamics so as to solve any numericals based on the subject. It is also to know the conversion factors and other units of same physical quantity. Most of the students confused or not so much of confident while solving numericals due to lack of knowledge of conversions. It is to be noted that numericals give us more marks in lesser time than writing the theory part. So its essential to have some basic idea about measuring units.

Thermodynamics is a branch of Mechanical Engineering which deals with the study of Heat and its conversion to forms of energy. The basic concepts like system, property, state, process, cycle etc. need to be known before going through the topic. Basic definitions to be studied and explained in this topic.

To study Zeroth Law of thermodynamics and concept of First law of thermodynamics and also Jules law for first law of thermodynamics. First law of thermodynamics deals with conversion of one form of energy into another form.

This topic describes the definitions of second law of thermodynamics and comparison of kelvin and Clasius statements. Carnot's theorem. Refrigerators and heat pump basics

Application of Second law of thermodynamics are Heat pumps and Refrigerators

Heat pumps and refrigerators work on the principle of second law of thermodynamics. These devices are very useful in domestic applications hence need to study fundamentals of these devices, their performance in terms of COP. Numericals on COP to study the performance of heat pumps and refrigerators.

Unit III Vehicles and their Specifications (04 Hrs) Classification of automobile. Vehicle specifications of two/three wheeler, light motor vehicles, trucks, buses and multi-axle vehicles. Engine components (Introduction). Study of engine specifications, comparison of specifications of vehicles. Introduction of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles. Cost analysis of the Vehicle.

There are total 5 lectures covering above topics. The basic concepts of vehicle / automobile are explained so as to get the basic idea of the topic.

Reviews summary

Mechanical systems for first year engineering

According to learners, this course provides a solid foundation in Mechanical Systems of Engineering, tailored specifically for first-year engineering students. Students particularly appreciate the clear explanations of fundamental concepts and the inclusion of helpful numerical examples. A significant positive aspect highlighted is the course's focus on exam preparation, including valuable updates with solutions to past university question papers. While largely seen as positive for beginners, some reviews imply the depth is focused on foundational understanding rather than advanced topics. The course seems highly relevant for those following a specific academic syllabus.

Primarily targets students following a specific university syllabus.

"This course is clearly aligned with the SPPU university syllabus, which is perfect for my studies."

"It covers the syllabus requirement for FE students very well."

"While great for my specific course, it might be too focused for general learners or professionals."

Instructor actively updates content based on recent exams.

"It's great that the instructor is updating the course with latest question paper solutions."

"The course keeps getting better with the addition of new answer sheets."

"Appreciate the effort to keep the content relevant with recent exam papers."

Examples are helpful for understanding theoretical concepts.

"The simple numericals incorporated as per syllabus structure are very beneficial."

"Working through the provided examples really helped solidify my understanding of the calculations."

"The numerical part is beneficial for beginners to get an idea about method/approach to solve the same."

Explanations are clear and easy to grasp for beginners.

"The basic concepts of mechanical systems were explained very clearly, making it easy for a first-year student like me to understand."

"I found the fundamental principles well-covered and easy to follow throughout the lectures."

"Good course for beginners to get a clear idea about the mechanical devices."

Focuses on exam readiness and provides past paper solutions.

"The addition of recent question paper solutions is incredibly helpful for exam practice."

"This course is designed to help you gain confidence and get through the subject with a good score."

"Learning how to write answers in the final exam based on provided solutions was very useful."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Mechanical System of Engineering with latest update QP-24 with these activities:

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Review the laws of thermodynamics.
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Deepen your knowledge of manufacturing processes to better understand the concepts covered in Unit V.

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Read the chapters related to casting, forging, and machining.
Study the diagrams and illustrations of manufacturing processes.
Relate the concepts to real-world manufacturing applications.

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Read the chapters related to thermodynamics and heat transfer.
Work through the example problems in the book.
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Solve Numerical Problems on Energy Conversion

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Find practice problems on energy conversion efficiency.
Work through the problems step-by-step.
Check your answers and review the solutions.

Create a Presentation on Vehicle Safety Systems

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Solidify your understanding of vehicle safety systems by creating a presentation to share with others.

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Research different vehicle safety systems (ABS, airbags, etc.).
Organize the information into a clear and concise presentation.
Include visuals and diagrams to enhance understanding.
Practice delivering the presentation.

Design a Simple Heat Exchanger

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Apply your knowledge of heat transfer and thermodynamics to design a practical mechanical system.

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Research different types of heat exchangers.
Select appropriate materials and dimensions.
Calculate the heat transfer rate and efficiency.
Create a detailed design drawing.

Create a Data Visualization of Vehicle Specifications

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Enhance your understanding of vehicle specifications by creating a data visualization to compare different vehicles.

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Gather data on the specifications of different vehicles.
Choose an appropriate data visualization tool (e.g., Tableau, Excel).
Create a visualization that effectively compares the specifications.
Write a brief analysis of the visualization.

Career center

Learners who complete Mechanical System of Engineering with latest update QP-24 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Mechanical Engineer

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be involved in the design, development, testing, and manufacturing of mechanical devices and systems. This often includes working with energy conversion, thermal engineering, vehicle systems, and manufacturing processes. The Mechanical System of Engineering course helps build a foundation in these core mechanical engineering principles. Units on energy sources, thermal engineering, and manufacturing processes provide a broad overview, while the examination of vehicle systems and engineering mechanisms provide a practical understanding. The course, with its focus on the Pune University question papers, provides a practical and examination-oriented approach, helping aspiring mechanical engineers succeed in their studies and careers.

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Automotive Engineer

Automotive Engineers specialize in the design, development, and production of vehicles and their components. A course like Mechanical System of Engineering is valuable, as it introduces fundamental concepts related to vehicle specifications, systems, and manufacturing. Within the course, the focus on vehicle systems such as steering, suspension, braking, and fuel supply provides a practical understanding of automotive engineering principles. Additionally, the cost analysis of vehicles, plus study of Electric and Hybrid Vehicle systems can prove highly relevant in the design process. This comprehensive introduction, coupled with the practical insights from solving university question papers, provides a solid foundation for a career as an Automotive Engineer.

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Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineers improve efficiency and reduce costs in manufacturing processes. The Mechanical System of Engineering course helps build a strong base in manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, metal forming, and machining. The course's coverage of conventional and advanced manufacturing techniques, including micromachining and additive manufacturing, provides a broad understanding of the field. Additionally, the basic introduction to Computerized Numerical Control programming and reconfigurable manufacturing systems will be useful. This introduction to manufacturing, combined with theoretical and numerical examples, helps prepare you for the challenges of a career as a Manufacturing Engineer.

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Thermal Engineer

Thermal Engineers focus on the design and analysis of thermal systems, such as heat exchangers, engines, and power plants. The Mechanical System of Engineering course covers fundamental concepts of thermal engineering, including the laws of thermodynamics, modes of heat transfer, and the operation of heat engines and steam generators. The numerical examples included in the course help develop problem-solving skills in thermal analysis. The course will be valuable for anyone pursuing a career as a Thermal Engineer, providing a solid understanding of the underlying principles and practical applications.

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Energy Engineer

Energy Engineers work to improve energy efficiency and develop sustainable energy solutions. The Mechanical System of Engineering QP-24 course provides a comprehensive introduction to various energy sources and their conversions, including thermal, hydropower, nuclear, solar, wind, and biomass energy. Understanding the principles of energy conversion and efficiency is essential for energy engineers, and this course provides a strong foundation in these areas. This course may prove useful for students preparing for a career as an Energy Engineer, by offering familiarity with the energy landscape and basic calculations.

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Design Engineer

Design Engineers create and improve product designs, often using computer-aided design tools. The Mechanical System of Engineering course provides insights into various mechanical devices and systems, including pumps, compressors, turbines, and gears. Understanding the function and application of these components is essential for design engineers. The course's exploration of engineering mechanisms and their applications in domestic appliances helps develop a practical understanding of design principles. This comprehensive overview of mechanical systems coupled with problem solving, provides a foundation for a career as a Design Engineer.

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Test Engineer

Test Engineers develop and implement testing procedures to ensure the quality and reliability of products. The Mechanical System of Engineering course provides a broad understanding of mechanical systems and their components, which is essential for designing effective testing protocols. The course's focus on vehicle systems, manufacturing processes, and engineering mechanisms gives a solid foundation for evaluating the performance and durability of mechanical products. This course may be useful as it helps build an understanding by demonstrating how to approach and answer typical exam questions. The material should provide a solid base for test engineers.

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Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineers are responsible for ensuring the proper functioning and upkeep of machinery and equipment. The Mechanical System of Engineering course provides a broad overview of various mechanical devices, systems, and manufacturing processes, which is directly relevant to the responsibilities of a maintenance engineer. The course's coverage of vehicle systems, pumps, compressors, and other mechanical components provides a practical understanding of how these systems operate and how to maintain them. The practice to tackle university exams may also be useful as it provides real world experience.

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HVAC Engineer

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning Engineers, also abbreviated HVAC Engineers, design and maintain systems that control temperature, humidity, and air quality in buildings. The Mechanical System of Engineering course covers fundamental concepts of thermal engineering, including heat transfer, thermodynamics, and refrigeration cycles. The course's exploration of compressors, refrigerators, and air conditioning units provides a basis for understanding HVAC systems. Taking this course may be valuable, providing a solid foundation of thermal principles and components.

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Robotics Engineer

Robotics Engineers design, build, and program robots and robotic systems for various applications. The Mechanical System of Engineering course covers engineering mechanisms and their applications, including gears, levers, and actuators, which are fundamental components of robots. The course's introduction to manufacturing processes, including machining and 3D printing, provides a broad understanding of how robots are built. This course may provide a useful introduction to mechanical systems which can broaden a robotics engineer's perspective.

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Product Development Engineer

Product Development Engineers oversee the entire lifecycle of a product, from concept to launch. The Mechanical System of Engineering course may prove useful by providing insight into the design and function of various mechanical systems and manufacturing processes. The course's exploration of engineering mechanisms, manufacturing techniques, and vehicle systems provides a broad understanding of the considerations involved in product development. This introduction, with its overview of mechanical principles, can be a starting point.

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Aerospace Engineer

Aerospace Engineers design, develop, and test aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems. While this is a highly specialized field that typically requires a Master's or Doctoral degree, the Mechanical System of Engineering course may provide a foundational understanding of mechanical principles and engineering systems. The course's coverage of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and materials science provides a helpful introduction to the underlying principles of aerospace engineering. This course may be useful as a preliminary step towards more specialized aerospace studies.

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Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineers improve efficiency and productivity in organizations. The Mechanical System of Engineering course may be connected through its coverage of manufacturing processes and engineering mechanisms. A basic understanding of these concepts is helpful for optimizing industrial operations. While the course does not directly cover industrial engineering principles, it may serve as a foundational stepping stone.

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Technical Sales Engineer

Technical Sales Engineers sell complex technical products and services to businesses and organizations. The Mechanical System of Engineering course covers a range of mechanical systems and manufacturing processes, which may prove relevant for selling technical products. A deeper background in sales and marketing would typically be useful too. People who enjoy learning about this course's principles can apply them to technical sales.

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Project Engineer

Project Engineers oversee the planning, execution, and completion of engineering projects. The Mechanical System of Engineering course presents an overview of various mechanical systems and manufacturing processes, which may provide useful context for project management in engineering settings. More detailed project management training is usually required, but a foundational understanding of engineering principles may be helpful. It is another possible stepping stone that can open up further exploration into the project management field.

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Provides a comprehensive overview of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer. It useful reference for understanding the underlying principles of many mechanical systems. The book is commonly used as a textbook in undergraduate engineering courses. It offers a balanced approach between theory and practical applications, making it valuable for both learning and reference.

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Provides a comprehensive overview of various manufacturing processes, including casting, forging, machining, and welding. It valuable resource for understanding the principles and applications of manufacturing techniques. The book is widely used in manufacturing engineering courses and by industry professionals. It offers detailed explanations and practical examples, making it a useful reference for both learning and application.

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