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Which material has the highest yield strength ($σ_{YS}$)?

  • Stainless steel
  • Al alloy 2
  • Ti alloy (correct)
  • Al alloy 1

What is the primary factor that maximizes stiffness in bending according to the equations provided?

  • Material Cost
  • Yield Strength ($σ_{YS}$)
  • Elastic Modulus ($E$) (correct)
  • Density ($ρ$)

Which material has the lowest cost per tonne?

  • Al alloy 2
  • Stainless steel
  • Al alloy 1 (correct)
  • Ti alloy

Which material exhibits the highest crack resistance based on the $K_{IC}$ value?

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In which scenario is the strength (buckling/tension) maximized?

<p>When yield strength ($σ_{YS}$) is maximized (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the propagation stage of failure in materials?

<p>Unstable and rapid growth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a consequence of poor designing in mechanical components?

<p>Increased stress concentration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered regarding material selection?

<p>The temperature of the environment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of material defect can initiate crack propagation leading to failure?

<p>Surface defects and internal flaws (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of sintering on ceramic bodies?

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What role do stress raisers play in material failure?

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Which material is commonly used for high hardness and low friction applications?

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In failure analysis, why is a systematic approach crucial?

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Which characteristic is crucial for cutting tools made from ceramics?

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What is one of the requirements for materials used in heat engines?

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How can the environment affect material performance?

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Which of the following materials is used in medical implants for its biocompatibility?

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Which of the following can serve as sources of metal part failures?

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What is a significant benefit of using ceramics in the design of engines and turbines?

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Which application of ceramics requires improved durability and lower overall cost?

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Which property is not typically required for wear parts made from ceramics?

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What is a necessary condition for brittle fracture to occur?

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Which of the following factors can lower the transition temperature in steels?

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Which characteristic generally differentiates brittle fractures from ductile fractures?

<p>Flat and shiny fracture surfaces (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be done to mitigate the risk of brittle fracture?

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What is one method to potentially increase resistance to fatigue failure in metals?

<p>Changing from a welded part to a forged and machined part (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of fracture path is typically associated with brittle fractures?

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Why are notches and cracks problematic in materials that may fail by brittle fracture?

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How can tensile strength in a metal be increased?

<p>By alloying the metal for solid solution strengthening (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of brittle fractures when viewed microscopically?

<p>Transgranular or intergranular patterns (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What surface condition technique can help improve fatigue resistance?

<p>Nitriding to harden the surface (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option best describes the main challenge of brittle crack propagation compared to initiation?

<p>Propagating a crack is generally more difficult (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method is NOT effective for hardening the surface of materials?

<p>Heat shrinking (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does alloying have on unstable alloys regarding fatigue strength?

<p>It can result in low increases in fatigue strength (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What primarily accounts for the hardness of ceramics?

<p>Localized covalent bonds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the brittleness observed in ceramics?

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Which of the following is a method of case hardening for steel components?

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What is a purpose of modifying a mould design in manufacturing processes?

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Which step is NOT involved in the processing of ceramic components?

<p>Cooling and solidifying (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does a better surface finish play in machinery operations?

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How does the presence of defects in ceramic materials affect their strength?

<p>Can reduce strength to only a few percent of ideal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method is typically used for powder production in advanced engineering ceramics?

<p>Vapor-phase deposition (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of firing or sintering in ceramic processing?

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Which of the following correctly describes the packing of ceramic materials?

<p>Formation of three-dimensional networks of chains or sheets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do electrostatic forces play in the behavior of ceramic materials?

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Flashcards

Why are ceramics hard?

The bonds in ceramics make them resistant to movement, leading to high hardness.

What makes a ceramic brittle?

These are flaws in the material that make it easier to break. They make the material brittle.

What's Powder Production in ceramics?

The first step in ceramic processing involves making the powdered material needed to form the final component.

What is Compacting or Pressing?

This stage compresses the powder into a desired shape for the final ceramic component.

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What is Firing or Sintering?

The final step in the process, firing transforms the shaped powder into a solid ceramic part with strength.

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Stiffness (Bending)

A material property that measures its resistance to bending. It's calculated by taking the cube of the material's elastic modulus (E) and dividing it by its density (ρ).

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Strength (Tension/Buckling)

A material property that indicates how strong a material is in resisting tension or buckling loads. It's calculated by dividing the material's yield strength (σYS) by its density (ρ).

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Crack Resistance

A material property that indicates a material's resistance to crack growth. It's calculated by dividing the square of the material's fracture toughness (KIC) by its density (ρ).

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Elastic Modulus (E)

A material property representing its elastic modulus (E) which indicates how much a material deforms elastically under stress. It's commonly measured in Gigapascals (GPa).

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Yield Strength (σYS)

A material property that indicates the material's resistance to permanent deformation. It's commonly measured in Megapascals (MPa).

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Brittle Fracture

A type of material failure that occurs rapidly without significant deformation, often at stresses below the yield strength.

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Transition Temperature

The point at which a material transitions from ductile to brittle behavior, often influenced by temperature.

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Stress Concentration

Stress concentrations that can initiate a brittle fracture, often caused by sharp corners, defects, or notches.

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Fracture Toughness

A measure of a material's resistance to brittle fracture, often linked to the yield strength.

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Transgranular Fracture

A type of brittle fracture where the crack propagates through the grains of a metal.

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Intergranular Fracture

A type of brittle fracture where the crack propagates along the boundaries of the grains in a metal.

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Chevron Markings

Patterns on the fracture surface that can help identify the origin of a brittle fracture.

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Absence of Plastic Deformation

A characteristic of brittle fractures where there is very little or no permanent deformation before failure.

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Material Defect

A small imperfection or irregularity in a material's structure, like a tiny crack or hole.

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Crack Propagation

The stage where a crack starts to grow and spread, becoming unstable and accelerating rapidly.

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Catastrophic Failure

The stage of failure where the damage happens quickly and suddenly, often due to a sudden change in conditions.

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Stress Raisers

Points on a material that concentrate stress, making the material more likely to fail first at those points.

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Material Selection

The process of selecting the right material for a specific application, considering factors like stress, environment, and temperature.

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Cyclic Loading

The force applied to a material over time, which can cause it to wear down or change its properties.

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Gas Porosity

Small holes or spaces within a material, often caused by gas trapped during manufacturing.

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Failure Investigation

The process of investigating and analyzing a failed material to understand the cause of failure.

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Sintering

The process where ceramic particles bond together, reducing pore size and causing shrinkage.

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Powder Pressing

A method of shaping ceramic parts by pressing a powder into a mold.

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Slip Casting

A process where a ceramic slurry is poured into a porous mold where water is absorbed, leaving a solid ceramic piece.

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Wear Parts (Ceramics)

Ceramics often used for wear parts due to their high hardness and low friction.

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Cutting Tools (Ceramics)

Ceramics like silicon nitride are used for cutting tools due to their hot hardness and high strength.

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Heat Engines (Ceramics)

Ceramics with thermal insulation, high temperature strength, and fuel economy, are ideal for heat engines.

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Medical Implants (Ceramics)

Ceramics like bioglass, alumina, and zirconia are used for medical implants due to their biocompatibility and corrosion resistance.

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Construction (Ceramics)

Ceramics are used in construction for durability, cost reduction, and enhanced building materials.

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Changing Manufacturing Processes to Increase Resistance to Fatigue

Changing the manufacturing process can increase resistance to fatigue failure.

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Improving Existing Manufacturing Processes

Improving an existing manufacturing process can lead to increased fatigue resistance.

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Relationship between Fatigue Strength and Tensile Strength

The tensile strength of a metal is directly related to its fatigue strength, although not directly proportional.

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Effect of Alloying on Fatigue Strength

Alloying metals can increase tensile strength, but the impact on fatigue strength can vary depending on the alloy.

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How Surface Hardening Improves Fatigue Resistance

Hardening the surface of a component by methods like nitriding or carburizing can significantly improve fatigue resistance.

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Methods of Surface Hardening

Shot peening, cold rolling, and case hardening are methods of introducing compressive stress to the surface of a metal, improving fatigue resistance.

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Shot Peening

Shot peening involves bombarding the surface with steel shots, creating compressive stress and enhancing fatigue resistance.

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Cold Rolling

Cold rolling involves deforming the metal at room temperature, inducing compressive stress and increasing fatigue resistance.

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Study Notes

Module Overview

  • Course Title: Engineering Materials II
  • Course Code: ME2301
  • Institution: Singapore Polytechnic, School of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering

Module Aims

  • Aims to provide a foundation of principles governing engineering material properties and their behavior during processing and service.
  • Aims to equip students with knowledge of metallurgical processes used in industry and methods for assessing materials defects.

Module Contents

  • Materials Selection Methodology: 2 hours
  • Failure of Metals: 6 hours
  • Ceramics and Composites: 5 hours
  • Non-Destructive Testing: 6 hours
  • Corrosion: 5 hours
  • Heat Treatment of Carbon and Alloy Steels: 6 hours

Teaching Plan

  • Provides a schedule for lectures, tutorials, and laboratories.
  • Outlines the topics covered in each week.
  • Includes details of lab/tutorial assignments.
  • Notes that the schedule is subject to change.

Assessment

  • Mid-Semester Test (MST): 20% (20 Multiple Choice, 2 Structured Questions)
  • Semester Examination (EXAM): 40% (20 Multiple Choice, 5 Structured Questions)
  • Laboratory Reports (LAB): 20% (5 reports, each 4%)
  • Tutorials (CA): 10% (Assessed on punctuality, attitude, participation, prep effort and a report on “Materials Selection”
  • Case Study (CA): 10%

Resource Material

  • No single book covers all module topics.
  • Students will be provided with lecture handouts, tutorials, and laboratory materials.

References

  • Provides a list of available reference books in the library.
  • Includes titles and authors for each book relevant to the course.

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Test your knowledge in materials engineering with this quiz that covers concepts such as yield strength, stiffness maximization, cost-effectiveness, crack resistance, and material selection. Explore the factors influencing mechanical component design and failure analysis.

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