AIR STANDARD CYCLE (OTTO CYCLE)   AIM To plot the Otto cycle using MATLAB and find the thermal efficiency.   GOVERNING EQUATIONS           For Isentropic process 1-2:  `P_1 〖V_1〗^γ= P_2 〖V_2〗^γ`       For Isentropic process…

SOLVING SECOND ORDER ODEs AIM To solve a second order ordinary differential equation and simulate the pendulum motion using MATLAB.   GOVERNING EQUATIONS Variables to be considered are damping coefficient (or b), angle made by the rod and vertical(or θ),mass of the rod (or m) and length of the string(or l).…

AIM: To perform curve fitting on the given data set using MATLAB.   GOVERNING EQUATIONS: For quadratic equations,`c_p = aT^2 + bT + c` and so on for other degrees of equations. For R-square method,`R^2 = (SSR)/(SST)``sum(f(x(i))-mean)^2 and SST = SSR + sum(Y(i)-f(x(i)))^2` For RMSE method, `RMSE = sqrt((SSE)/n)`…

AIM: Write code in MATLAB to optimize the stalagmite function and find the global maxima of the function.   THEORY: Genetic Algorithm (GA) is a search-based optimization technique based on the principles of Genetics and Natural Selection. It is frequently used to find optimal or near-optimal solutions…

  AIM To parse NASA thermodynamic data from THERM.dat file using MATLAB To calculate molecular weight of every species and displaying in command window. To plot specific heat, enthalpy and entropy with temperature range distributed from global high temperature to global low temperature. To create a separate folder…

AIM To analyse the multi body dynamics for internal geneva mechanism using SolidWorks. OBJECTIVE To create 3D models for driver and driven wheels. To perform motion analysis by rotating the driver wheel at 10 rpm. To obtain a plot for contact force between driving and driven wheel. To obtain a plot for Angular displacement…

AIM To write a Python program to calculate drag force against a cyclist and plot graphs for : Velicity vs Drag force Drag co-efficient vs Drag force   THEORY A drag force is the resistance force caused by the motion of a body through a fluid, such as water or air. A drag force acts opposite to the direction of the…

Forward Kinematics for a 2R Robotic Arm Simulator AIM Write a program in python to simulate the forward kinematics of a 2R Robotic Arm, as shown in the video.  Create an animation file of the plot. CODE import math import matplotlib.pyplot as plt #Inputs #Length of the twp robotic arms l1 = 1 l2 = 0.5 #Total number…

Aim Write code that can solve an otto cycle and make plots for it.   Governing equations An Otto cycle is an idealized thermodynamic cycle that describes the functioning of a typical spark ignition piston engine. It is the thermodynamic cycle most commonly found in automobile engines. The Otto cycle is a description…

Aim: To model all parts of a piston assembly and assemble them and also run a motion analysis for the given three cases using SolidWorks. Objective: To create a 3D model of different components. To run a motion study analysis for the following cases: S.No. Wrist Pin Offset Crank Speed (RPM) 1. 0 mm 2000 2. 10 mm Positive…

Aim: Tio perform MBD on an IC Engine Valve Train using SolidWorks   Introduction: The valve train refers to the assembly of components designed to open and close the intake and exhaust valves. Most new engines have overhead cam assemblies like the one shown. Other designs locate the camshaft lower in the engine and…

Aim: To create an animation of the simple pendulum by solving second order ODE function for a time interval of 0-20 seconds with an angular velocity of 3m/s at t = 0 using Python.   Introduction: Simple pendulum equation: `(d^2 theta)/dt^2 + b/m(d(theta))/dt + g/Lsin(theta) = 0`Where, g = gravity in m/s2, L = length…

Aim: To model and simulate a Planetary Gear System in Solidworks and perform Motion Study Analysis   Introduction: At first glance, planetary gear systems, also known as epicyclic gear systems, appear to be quite complex. It is certainly true that it takes a skilled gear engineer to master all of the intricate aspects…

1. popt contains the values for the coefficients of our function, that is, a, b and c as shown in the video. The pcov contains the estimated covariance of the values for constants present in popt. The covariance shows the extent of how much two random variables vary together.  2. Here, "np" stands for NumPy module…

Aim: - Write a code that should take column numbers as the input and plot the respective columns as separate images. Each file should be saved by the name of the column. Calculate the area under the PV diagram curve. Calculate the power output of this engine assuming rpm as 1500. This engine consumes 20 micrograms of fuel…

Aim: Compare the performance of three types of beams under bending load.   Introduction: A beam is a structural element that primarily resists loads applied laterally to the beam's axis. Its mode of deflection is primarily by bending. The loads applied to the beam result in reaction forces at the beam's support points.…

Aim: To perform a buckling analysis on a cyclonic separator stand   Objective:  To find buckling factor of safety for a cyclone separator stand without support To find the optimal position where stiffener has to be placed for the maximum buckling factor of safety. To find the buckling factor of safety with a…

Aim: To design and perform a static analysis on a plate having holes for different cases. Case 1 - Rectangular  plate with a centre hole Case 2 - Rectangular plate with 3 holes   Input for Simulation:   Input Value Material Alloy Steel Mesh Size 2 mm Load 1000N L x B x H 300x120x30 mm^3 Centre hole 60 mm…

Aim: To find the critical frequencies of the rotating shaft in SolidWorks   Modelling: The part obtained after modelling as per the given dimensions, and then the revolve feature is used to convert the sketch into a 3D model.   Simulation: Bearing fixtures: Right-click on fixtures and add the necessary bearing…

Aim: To study the flow over cylinder using SolidWorks Flow Simulation    Objective:  Calculate Reynold's number for the baseline simulation Run the baseline simulation Run the transient simulation for an increasing Reynold’s number by a factor of 20%, 40%, and 100% of the baseline Reynold’s number.…

Aim: Simulate the flow over a naca0017 airfoil using SolidWorks Objective:  Model the flow over a naca0017 airfoil For the angle of attacks 0,2,4,6,8,10, compare the lift and drag forces Introduction: An airfoil or aerofoil is the cross-sectional shape of a wing, blade, or sail. An airfoil-shaped body moving through…

Aim: Create a model of a 3D flowbench and run flow analysis. Also obtain plot of lift vs mass flow rate Objective:  Grid dependence test For three grids run your simulation at a particular valve lift and explain your results Effect of valve lift on mass flow rate Once you have decided the best grid, run a parametric…

Aim: To create a 3D model of a centrifugal pump and perform a  baseline flow simulation. Create a parametric study for the same and show the performance diagram. Obtain graphs of mass flow rate, pressure ratio, and show the relationship between them.   Objective:  Create a 3D model of centrifugal pump Initialize…