Geometrical And Mechanical Drawing — Textbook & Study Material

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What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Preparation of Working Drawings and Assemblies
Chapter 2: Fastening: Nuts, Bolts, Studs, Keys, Cotters, Pins and Locking Devices
Chapter 3: Rigid and Flexible Joints
Chapter 4: Screw Threads: Projection, Standard Types and Profiles
Chapter 5: Spur Gear Teeth and Conventional Drawing of Gear Wheels
Chapter 6: Transmission of Motion and Power
Chapter 7: Bearings, Supports, Shafts, Couplings and Clutches
Chapter 8: Pressure Transmission in Pipes: Water, Oil, Steam and Gas
Chapter 9: Pipe Joints, Unions, Tees, Bends, Expansion Joints and Pressure Packing
Chapter 10: Constructional Details of Prime Movers and Simple Machine Tools
Chapter 11: First Angle and Third Angle Projections
Chapter 12: Reference Points and Planes in Dimensioning
Chapter 13: Machining and Surface Texture Symbols
Chapter 14: Toleranced Dimensions, Limits and Fits
Chapter 15: IS:696-1972 General Engineering Drawing Recommendations
Chapter 16: Orthographic Projection Project Sheets
Chapter 17: Assembly Drawing Project Sheets
Chapter 18: Project Sheet Layout, Line Quality, Neatness, Accuracy and Title Block
Chapter 19: Project Viva-Voce Based on Project Sheets

Frequently asked questions

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