Introduction, definition, classification, behaviors of unidirectional composites – prediction of strength, stiffness – factors influencing strength and stiffness – failure modes – analysis of lamina; constitutive classical laminate theory – thermal stresses – theories of failure – design consideration – mechanical properties of composite materials – analysis of composite laminated beams – thin walled composite beams – bending of composite plates.

Lab practices on applied and advanced techniques of metal forming, welding, heat-treatment. Material characterization / metallography practice.

Discussions on the manufacturing practices for polymers, composites and ceramics (including 3D printing options)- Demonstrations/ Practical sessions at ISRO centres

Fusion welding processes: GTAW-concepts, physics of arc, flux assisted processes, forces, pulsed and continuous current modes, GMAW-concepts, types of metal transfer, pulsed and synergic MIG welding, shielding gases in arc welding processes, Selection of filler wire in welding, EBW: Concepts, types and applications. LBW: Physics of lasers, types of lasers, operation of laser welding setup, advantages and limitations, applications, hybrid welding. Solid state welding processes: Friction welding: Concepts, types and applications.

Introduction to composites, Types & classification, Polymer matrix, Metal matrix, Ceramic matrix, Fibre – Matrix – interfaces, Fibre reinforced plastics, Processing & applications. Hybrid composites – GLARE, Ablatives, Carbon-Carbon, Fibres and fabrics, Resin system, Nano-composites, nano-reinforcements, Laminates.

Introduction to additive manufacturing – Classification, Methodology and process flow - Input for AM –Metal/ Non-metallic 3D printing – Powder, liquid, sheet and wire based processes- recent research trends/practices – Material science, process physics and Metallurgy of Additive manufacturing- Discussions on transport phenomena and hydrodynamics of metal additive manufacturing - Defects in AM- Processes selection, planning and control-Smart practices in Additive Manufacturing- 3D printing of Smart Materials and Structures- Multi-material/ Functionally graded / Lattice based 3D printing - Mu

Concepts of stress and strain, state of stress in two and three dimensions, Hydrostatic and deviatoric stress, flow curves, yielding criteria, octahedral shear stress and shear strain, stress invariants, Plastic stress - strain relations, Friction in metal forming, Fundamentals of metal working - Extrusion, rolling, wire drawing, Forging, Solutions to metal forming problems Advanced deformation processes- Single point incremental forming, ring rolling, Roll bending, High energy rate forming processes etc. Deformation processes for launch vehicle and space applications

1. Broad topic to be chosen by the students based on the topics suggested by the faculties.

2. Contact hours: 24 HRS

3. Students are supposed to design and or develop a prototype in the area of passive/Active circuits/Antennas.

1. Presentation (Topic to be chosen by students based on the options offered by the faculty members)

2. Contact Hours (24 HRS) [Faculty Interaction]

3. Seminar-II should be aimed for a detailed literature survey for 3rd and 4th Sem projects.

4. Students should concentrate on literatures, some designs analysis, calculations etc. and present a consolidated report to the panel.

5. Preparation of Report.

6. Evaluation is based on the presentation and report submission.

To be selected from the offered Elective List