Lab Report on Strain Gauge System and Cutting Force Monitoring

Overview of Cutting Force Monitoring and Different Methods Used for Monitoring

This is an individual assignment. Students will study the principle of the strain gauge to understand the operation, application and design of the strain gauge system. Through the strain gauge lab, student will know how to install a strain gauge and how to use it to test the different force during the manufacturing process.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the module, the student should be able to:-

1.Critically analyse control systems and apply control theory and system modelling skills to create a solution to a problem within a specified manufacturing control system.

2.Analyse and apply principles of process analysis, sensor applications to develop solutions for process monitoring.

The hand in report should include the following items:

Step 1: You need to write a brief overview on cutting force monitoring and different methods used to monitor cutting force. (20%)

Step 2: Lab report (25%)

•Aim of the lab work

•Presentation of the lab output data using linear regression models

•Data analysis/interpretation

•Lab summery

Step3: Cutting tool force requirement (40%)

•Cutting tool (cutter geometry, components, size/material, cutter material, etc) and holder design

•Wheatsone circuit design for force monitoring system

•Location of strain gages (S.G) on to the tool

•Cutting force calculation

•Cutting force monitoring chart

The recorded presentation comprises of 15% marks.

This assessment will meet the following KSB for Aerospace and Manufacturing Degree apprenticeship students:

For Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprenticeship students:

Knowledge and Skills

1. Understand engineering process and practices covering: mechanical/electrical/electronic systems design, design and stress analysis e.g. computer aided engineering techniques, systems design, integration and test, in-service and through product life support, advanced manufacturing, aerospace quality and governance

3. Understand and apply analytical methods (engineering mathematics – algebra, differentiation, function, geometry, trigonometry and statistics)

Behaviours

B. Design and development of processes, systems, services and products

Contributing to the continuing development of Engineering within their domain

D. Communication and inter-personal skills

Be able to demonstrate a range of communication styles and methods. Understanding the importance of networks within and across functions.

E. Professional commitment

Demonstrating a personal and professional commitment to society, their profession and the environment, adopting a set of values and behaviours that will maintain and enhance the reputation of the profession.

For Manufacturing Engineering Degree Apprenticeship students:

K1 Mathematics and science for engineers  

K2 Materials and manufacture  

K6 Manufacturing processes Case Studies Presentation

S6 Monitor and evaluate engineering processes

Step 2: Lab Report

B3 Logical approach: Able to structure a plan and develop activities following a logical thought process, but also able to quickly “think on feet” when working through them.  

B4 Problem solving orientation: Identifies issues quickly, enjoys solving complex problems and applies appropriate solutions. Has a strong desire to push to ensure the true root cause of any problem is found and a solution identified which prevents further recurrence.

Reading Materials

Module lecture and support notes.

See also module reading list

Note: These sources are guides only to commonly available material.  Students will also be expected to consult other relevant source material.

Submission Details:

Specific details for the submission of assignments will be provided with the assignment brief. There are no automatic right to late submission, with a capped mark of 40%. However, the University acknowledges that there may be circumstances which prevent students from meeting deadlines and there are now three distinct processes in place to deal with differing student circumstances:

1)  Assessed Extended Deadline (AED)

Students with disabilities or long term health issues are entitled to a Support Plan. The Support Plan will outline any adjustments to assessments which are required to accommodate an individual student’s needs. For further details refer to the link below:

2)   Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances (EEC)

The EEC policy applies to situations where serious, unforeseen circumstances prevent the student from completing the assignment on time or to the normal standard. Students who submit a successful EEC claim will usually be required to complete a different assessment to that which was originally set. All EEC claims will be considered by Faculty/UDC panels, which will convene on a monthly basis.

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Submission Requirements

The submitted assignment will include:

ØElectronic submission (TurnitinUK)  (3500±10% words report).

Ø5 minutes recorded presentation is required. You will be asked to save presentation file in the Turnitin/share drive.

Anonymous Marking

All submitted assignments for this module will appear in an anonymous format to the Marking Tutor. As such you are requested not to identify yourself anywhere within your submitted assignment (e.g. by putting your name on the front cover sheet). This will maintain your anonymity to your Marking Tutor. The principle behind the usage of anonymous marking of assignments is to ensure that all assignments are marked in an equitable and unbiased manner, thereby ensuring the maintenance of high academic quality standards within the marking of the assessments.

The assignment must be handed in to the Student Information Centre on or before the date of submission.  Late submission will be penalised.

CPS Assessment Grade will be used. All grades given for assignment work are provisional until confirmed or otherwise by the relevant examinations board.