Mechanical Measurement and Metrology

About the course

This course covers basics of Measurement and Metrology. After understanding Basics of Measurement, we cover different types of Measurement-Linear, Angular and Geometric. We also discuss about Errors in Measurement, Error Measurement of Various Properties and Forces, and Error Measurement Controls in detail.

What will you learn?

The complete online syllabus of this course comprises 5 Learning Modules | 193 Topics of Learning | 6 Hours of Learning | 43 Assessments

Module

• Introduction to Mechanical Measurements, Sensors and Transducers, Signal Transmission and Processing
• Measurement of Time, pressure, Strain, Force and Torque, Temperature and Vibrations
• Metrology and Inspection
• Measurement of Geometric Forms, Surface Texture and Comparators
• Controls

Topics of Learning

• Methods and Types of Measurements
• Deflection and Null Type Instruments
• Analog And Digital Modes of Operations
• Input-Output Configurations
• Introduction to Static and Dynamic Characteristics
• Static Error and Static Correction
• Dynamic Response and Dynamic Analysis of Measurement Systems
• Concept of Errors and its Sources
• Combination of Quantities with Limiting Errors
• Types of Errors
• Statistical Treatment of Measured Data
• Mechanical Spring devices
• Pressure Sensitive Primary Devices
• Introduction to Transducers and Its Classification
• Characteristics of Transducers
• Potentiometers
• Loading Effect and Power Rating of Potentiometers
• Introduction to passive and Self-generating Transducers
• Linear Variable Differential transformer
• Variable Inductance Transducers
• Piezoelectric Transducers
• Capacitive Transducers
• Electronic Counters
• Digital Display Methods
• Light Emitting Diode and Liquid Crystal Diodes
• Digital Voltmeter
• Types of Digital Voltmeter
• Introduction of Recorders and Its Classification
• Graphic Recorders and Its Classification
• Magnetic Tape Recorders and Its Classification
• Communication, Information, Message and Signal
• Elements of Communication System and Modulation
• Methods of Modulation
• Pulse Modulation
• Telemetry Science and Different Telemetry Systems
• Introduction and Classification of Electronic counters
• Strobotron
• Shaft Speed Measurement Using Stroboscope
• Frequency Measurements
• Frequency Meters
• Introduction to Important Terms Related to Pressure Measurement
• Types of Pressure Measurement Devices
• Construction of Manometer
• Types of Manometer
• Dynamic Response of Manometer
• Bell Gauges
• Bourdon Tube
• Bellows
• Diaphragms
• Bridgman Gauge for High Pressure
• Guages for Low Pressure
• Theory of Strain Gauges
• Types of Strain Gauges
• Temperature Compensation and Cancellation Techniques
• Expression for Proper Positioning of Strain Gauges
• Strain Guage Calibration
• Stress-Strain Relationship
• Introduction and Types of Rosette
• Types of Balances and Scales
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Load Cells
• Elastic Sensing Elements
• Measurement of Torque Through different methods
• Torque Reaction Gear Boxes
• Liquid in Glass Thermometer
• Static Errors in Filled System
• Pressure Guage Thermometer
• Bimetallic Thermometer
• Electrical Resistance Thermometer or Resistance Temperature Detector
• Introduction and Working of Thermistors
• Introduction and Working of Thermocouples
• Introduction and Working of Radiation Pyrometer
• Types of Pyrometers
• Measurement of Vibrations
• Vibrometers and Accelerometers
• Types of Accelerometers
• Seismic Transducer
• Introduction to Metrology
• Precision and Accuracy
• Errors in Measurement
• Systems of Measurement and Subdivision of Standards
• Line and End Measurements
• Method to Transfer from Line Standard to End Standard
• Terminology and Conventional Diagram of Limits and Fits
• Classification of Fits
• Systems of Obtaining Different Types of Fits
• Standard Limit Systems
• Limit Gauges
• Taylor’s Principle of Guage Design
• Workshop Guages and Inspection Gauges
• Taper Limit Gauges
• Direct Measuring Instruments: Graduated
• Direct Measuring Instruments: Non Graduated
• Testing Flatness of Surface Plate
• Tool Maker’s Flats
• Engineer’s Square (Try Square)
• Different Types of Gauges
• Vernier Callipers
• Micrometer
• Slip Gauges: Johansson’s Gauges
• Vernier bevel Protractor
• Sine Bars
• Taper Measurement
• Clinometer
• Concept and Measurement of Different Geometric Properties
• Concept and Measurement of Roundness
• Principle of Interference
• Types of Interferometers
• Screw Thread Terminology
• Errors in Threads
• Measurement of Various Elements of Threads
• Tool Maker’s Microscope
• Gear Metrology
• Measurement of Gear Tooth Thickness
• Elements of Surface Texture
• Evaluation of Surface Finish
• Inspection By Comparison Methods
• Direct Instrument Measurement
• Principle and Working of Tomlinson Surface Meter
• Other Methods for Evaluating Surface Roughness
• Introduction and Uses of Comparators
• Types of Comparators: Johansson Mikrokator
• Sigma and Mechanical Comparators
• Electrical Comparator
• Pneumatic Comparator
• Concept of Automatic Controls
• Concept of Transfer Function
• Time Domain Response: Zero Order System
• Laplace Transform: First Order Electrical System
• Response of Second Order System
• Ramp Response of a Second-Order System
• Impulse Response of First and Second Order System
• Frequency Domain Response: First Order System
• Analogous System
• Cascade System
• Mechanical Translational Systems
• Mechanical Rotational Systems
• Pneumatic System
• Hydraulic System
• Electrical System

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