Metrology is the science of measurement, and it plays a crucial role in Mechanical Engineering. This course covers the fundamental principles and techniques of measurement, including:
1. Measurement systems: Types of measurement systems, units, and standards.
2. Instruments and tools: Calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and other precision instruments.
3. Dimensional measurement: Measurement of length, width, height, and angular dimensions.
4. Geometric tolerancing: Understanding geometric tolerances, datums, and tolerancing schemes.
5. Surface finish measurement: Methods for measuring surface roughness and waviness.
6. Coordinate measuring machines: Principles and applications of CMMs.
7. Measurement uncertainty: Understanding and calculating measurement uncertainty.
8. Quality control: Applications of metrology in quality control and inspection.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the fundamental principles of measurement and metrology.
- Familiarize with various measurement instruments and tools.
- Learn to measure and calculate dimensional and geometric tolerances.
- Understand surface finish measurement and its significance.
- Apply metrology principles in quality control and inspection.
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Prof. Dr. Kanakuppi Sadashivappa, IIT- Madras