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1 CHAPTER-1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 INTRODUCTION Now days the development of industries has become the key area for the engineers. In this dynamic cycle of industrial world they innovate every machine for their purpose of their own needs. 1.2 HISTORY The AMREP ltd group which is the leading industry with the production of clutch plates for the heavy vechiles tie up with more industries over the seas. The group starts with the collaboration with Repco limited in Australia at the year 1967. In 1970 it results with the commercial production of clutch assembly and components to automotives. After this the company solved many complicated and more potential problems to withstand the organisation with the fast moving automotives industries in the world. The organisation which has tendency to produce more than 3000 products/per day. 1.3 PRODUCTS Clutch cover plate. Clutch driven plate. Clutch service kit. Release lever kit. Spring kit. Lever plate kit.

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    CHAPTER-1

    INTRODUCTION 1.1 INTRODUCTION

    Now days the development of industries has become the key area

    for the engineers. In this dynamic cycle of industrial world they innovate

    every machine for their purpose of their own needs.

    1.2 HISTORY

    The AMREP ltd group which is the leading industry with the

    production of clutch plates for the heavy vechiles tie up with more

    industries over the seas.

    The group starts with the collaboration with Repco limited in

    Australia at the year 1967.

    In 1970 it results with the commercial production of clutch

    assembly and components to automotives.

    After this the company solved many complicated and more

    potential problems to withstand the organisation with the fast moving

    automotives industries in the world.

    The organisation which has tendency to produce more than 3000

    products/per day.

    1.3 PRODUCTS

    Clutch cover plate.

    Clutch driven plate.

    Clutch service kit.

    Release lever kit.

    Spring kit.

    Lever plate kit.

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    1.4 DEALERS

    Passengers car :

    Maruti car

    Bajaj minidor

    Hindustan trekker

    Ambassador

    Light commercial vehicle :

    Tata sumo

    Mahindra jeep

    Bajaj tempo trax/traveller

    Mahindra-EC150/FC160

    Medium and commercial vehicles :

    Tata 1210D/TMB

    Tata 1210/SE/1312/1313/1510

    Ashok Leyland comet/viking/tarus/hippo/beaver

    Tractor

    TAFE

    Eicher

    Swaraj

    Mahindra

    John deere

    1.5 MANUFACTURING PROCESS

    Press shop

    Machine shop

    Driven plate assembly

    Cover assembly area

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    1.6 TOOLS AND PRODUCT MAINTAINING AREA

    Tool room

    Rework area

    Inspection of products.

    1.7 IMPROVEMENT OF PRODUCTION

    Total productivity management

    Quality analyser

    Design and development

    FIGURE 1.1 : AMALGAMATION REPCO LIMITED

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    CHAPTER-2

    LITERATURE SURVEY

    2.1 INTRODUCTION

    In the existing process the organization which has to produce

    clutch plates with the help of single riveting machine. The process which leads

    to increase the operator fatigue and increases the production time. The project

    which deals with the designing of the gang riveting fixture for the production of

    driven plates assembly. The gang riveting fixture which helps to reduces the

    process of individual riveting with main plate and segment riveting. The

    specifications of the riveting machine and the hydraulic press machine are

    explained below.

    2.2 RIVETING MACHINE

    The function of riveting machine is used to join together the two

    products by using the rivets.

    Pedestal riveting machines is used where the component length is

    long & it has to hold vertically only. Also these machines can adjust

    components with different lengths by adjusting moving fixtures up down.

    2.3. FEATURES

    Microsmatic Stroke adjustment

    Head up & down movement arrangement

    Operator Panel with auto/manual

    Foot switch

    Robust Base & Frame Construction

    Advantages

    Smooth & crack free surface finish

    Smaller press can be used compared to impact pressure

    Less noise during forming

    Long tool life

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    FIGURE 2.1 : RIVETING MACHINE

    Setting facility for quality riveing

    Different types of forming heads possible

    Less maintenance

    Cost saving

    Easy to operate

    Optional

    Anti-tie 2 hand cycle start push button

    Fixtures as per components

    Job counter

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    Input air pressure switch

    PLC controlled Panel

    Machine lamps

    With extra shut height & throat depth

    Possible Rivet Profiles

    Conical

    Flat

    Crown

    Eyelet

    Semi-tubular

    2.4 HYDRAULIC MACHINE PRESS

    The hydraulic punching machine which is used to make the joints

    of two components with the help of bottom and top die plates. In this machine

    the punching process is done with the maximum load applicable for the product

    and this must not causes any damages to the product.

    Hydraulic punch presses, which power the ram with a hydraulic

    cylinder rather than a flywheel, and are either valve controlled or valve and

    feedback controlled. Valve controlled machines usually allow a one stroke

    operation allowing the ram to stroke up and down when commanded.

    Controlled feedback systems allow the ram to be proportionally controlled to

    within fixed points as commanded. This allows greater control over the stroke

    of the ram, and increases punching rates as the ram no longer has to complete

    the traditional full stroke up and down but can operate within a very short

    window of stroke.

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    FIGURE 2.2 : HYDRAULIC MACHINE PRESS

    Hydraulic presses are commonly used for

    forging

    clinching

    moulding

    blanking

    punching

    deep drawing

    metal forming

    The hydraulic punch which is used to make the rivets with a single stroke,which

    has the following function

    Time consumption

    Operator fatigue

    Increased productivity

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    FIGUR 2.3 OUTLINE OF GANG RIVETING FIXTURE

    TOP PAD

    PUNCH HOLDER

    STRIPPER PLATE

    BOTTOM - DIE

    STRIPPER PLATE

    PUNCH HOLDER

    BOTTOM PAD

    TOP - DIE

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    2.5 OBJECTIVE OF THE PROJECT

    The main objective of this research is to design and develop jig and

    fixture for riveting the clutch to be used in engine assembly. Among the

    other objectives want to achieve are follows:

    i. To identify current jigs and fixtures limitation and design technology

    availability

    ii. Carried out data collection based on need engine assembly used to

    clutch rivet at machine press.

    iii. To design and fabricate a jig and fixture press rivet based on data

    collection.

    iv. To validity the performance of jig and fixture at driven plate assembly

    of clutch plate.

    2.6 SCOPE OF STUDY

    Scope of assumption for this research is to design and produce jig press

    rivet clutch . These jigs and fixture are used at main assembly line to assemble

    the components. The jig and fixture design based on data clutch

    specification, the data from machine press also accounts to realize this study.

    All the data collected based on references from the organisation.

    2.7 PROBLEM STATEMENT

    The description of common jig and fixture in use today suggests that jig

    and fixture are currently designed for a specific task on specific part geometry.

    There is only limited flexibility in using the same jig and fixture for different

    part shapes and sizes. In order to comply with the needs of smaller batch sizes

    of the future jig and fixture should also be redesigned with a view to make them

    flexible and versatile to increase productivity. The goal of the jig and fixture

    design today is to provide user some guidance so that these guides can be used

    for a wide variety of part sizes, shapes, materials and weights. In this research, a

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    subset of this problem has been addressed the jig and fixture press rivet for

    clutch motorcycle engine assembly. Use a different jig and fixture for different

    model can give effect to production when assemble the clutch at motorcycle

    engine, which is takes a longer time when changing the jig and fixture. Based

    on the problem has it, a study is carried out to develop a jig and fixture can be

    used for all models in general to assemble clutch, however special focus is

    given for 11054 models.Therefore the design this jig and fixture can be increase

    a production and save cost,when jig and fixture established at assembly line

    production.

    2.8 IMPORTANT OF THE PROJECT

    This project is important in order to generate the design that can be

    improved a jig and fixture design assembly. Moreover the design also can

    reduce the time to assemble clutch rivet and increase production. In addition it

    also can encourage others to get some idea and knowledge to develop jig and

    fixture for press base on this research. Study of suitable jig and fixture used for

    press rivet operation to get the best design and can implement at real

    environment.

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    CHAPTER - 3

    COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION

    3.1 CLUTCH

    A clutch is a mechanical device that provides for the transmission of

    power (and therefore usually motion) from one component (the driving

    member) to another (the driven member) when engaged, but can be disengaged.

    3.2 MATERIALS

    Various materials have been used for the disc-friction facings, including

    asbestos in the past. Modern clutches typically use a compound organic resin

    with copper wire facing or a ceramic material. A typical coefficient of friction

    used on a friction disc surface is 0.35 for organic and 0.25 for ceramic. Ceramic

    materials are typically used in heavy applications such as racing or heavy-duty

    hauling, though the harder ceramic materials increase flywheel and pressure

    plate wear.

    3.3 PUSH/PULL

    Friction-disc clutches generally are classified as push type or pull

    type depending on the location of the pressure plate fulcrum points. In a pull-

    type clutch, the action of pressing the pedal pulls the release bearing, pulling on

    the diaphragm spring and disengaging the vehicle drive. The opposite is true

    with a push type, the release bearing is pushed into the clutch disengaging the

    vehicle drive. In this instance, the release bearing can be known as a thrust

    bearing (as per the image above).

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    3.4 DAMPERS

    A clutch damper is a device that softens the response of the clutch

    engagement/disengagement. In automotive applications, this is often provided

    by a mechanism in the clutch disc centres. In addition to the damped disc

    centres, which reduce driveline vibration, pre-dampers may be used to reduce

    gear rattle at idle by changing the natural frequency of the disc. These weaker

    springs are compressed solely by the radial vibrations of an idling engine. They

    are fully compressed and no longer in use once the main damper springs take up

    drive.

    3.5 LOAD

    Mercedes truck examples: A clamp load of 33 kN is normal for a single

    plate 430. The 400 Twin application offers a clamp load of a mere 23 kN.

    Bursts speeds are typically around 5,000 rpm with the weakest point being the

    facing rivet.

    3.6 MANUFACTURING

    Modern clutch development focuses its attention on the simplification of

    the overall assembly and/or manufacturing method. For example drive straps

    are now commonly employed to transfer torque as well as lift the pressure plate

    upon disengagement of vehicle drive. With regard to the manufacture of

    diaphragm springs, heat treatment is crucial. Laser welding is becoming more

    common as a method of attaching the drive plate to the disc ring with the laser

    typically being between 2-3KW and a feed rate 1m/minute. Types are discussed

    below.

    3.6.1 MULTIPLE PLATE CLUTCH

    This type of clutch has several driving members interleaved or "stacked"

    with several driven members. It is used in race cars

    including F1, IndyCar, World Rally and even most club

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    racing,motorcycles, automatic transmissions and in some diesel

    locomotives with mechanical transmissions. It is also used in some

    electronically controlled all-wheel drive systems as well as in some transfer

    cases.

    3.6.2 WET & DRY

    A wet clutch is immersed in a cooling lubricating fluid that also keeps

    surfaces clean and provides smoother performance and longer life. Wet

    clutches, however, tend to lose some energy to the liquid. Since the surfaces of

    a wet clutch can be slippery (as with a motorcycle clutch bathed in engine oil),

    stacking multiple clutch discs can compensate for the lower coefficient of

    friction and so eliminate slippage under power when fully engaged. The Hele-

    Shaw clutch was a wet clutch that relied entirely on viscous effects, rather than

    on friction.

    A dry clutch, as the name implies, is not bathed in liquid and should be,

    literally, dry.

    3.6.3 CENTRIFUGAL

    A centrifugal clutch is used in some vehicles (e.g., mopeds) and also in

    other applications where the speed of the engine defines the state of the clutch,

    for example, in a chainsaw. This clutch system employs centrifugal force to

    automatically engage the clutch when the engine rpm rises above a threshold

    and to automatically disengage the clutch when the engine rpm falls low

    enough. The system involves a clutch shoe or shoes attached to the driven shaft,

    rotating inside a clutch bell attached to the output shaft. The shoe(s) are held

    inwards by springs until centrifugal force overcomes the spring tension and the

    shoe(s) make contact with the bell, driving the output. In the case of a chainsaw

    this allows the chain to remain stationary whilst the engine is idling; once the

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    throttle is pressed and the engine speed rises, the centrifugal clutch engages and

    the cutting chain moves. See Saxomat and Variomatic.

    3.6.4 CONE CLUTCH

    As the name implies, a cone clutch has conical friction surfaces. The

    cone's taper means that a given amount of movement of the actuator makes the

    surfaces approach (or recede) much more slowly than in a disc clutch. As well,

    a given amount of actuating force creates more pressure on the mating surfaces.

    The best known example of a cone clutch is a synchronizer ring in a manual

    transmission. The synchronizer ring is responsible for "synchronizing" the

    speeds of the shift hub and the gear wheel to ensure a smooth gear change.

    FIGURE 3.1 : CLUTCH

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    3.7 ASSEMBLY PROCESS

    The child parts which are gather around from some other organisation

    and some of them are manufactured from here itself.

    The process is carried with the following steps:

    SPRING ASSEMBLY

    STOP PIN RIVETING

    MAIN PLATE FACING RIVETING

    FACING SEGMENT SUB ASSEMBLY

    DRIVEN PLATE ASSEMBLY

    1. SPRING ASSEMBLY:

    The drive function needs to be carefully reviewed to select the correct

    clutch for an application. The spring assembly which helps to reduce the

    damper ratio which carried out to release load applied to the clutch regain its

    original shape.

    FIGURE 3.2 SPRING ASSEMBLY

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    The spring assembly which consist of the following :

    Damper spring - 8 Nos

    Cushion segment - 6 Nos

    Shim/Friction washer - as required

    Waved washer - 1

    2.STOP PIN RIVETING:

    The stop pin riveting process which helps to join the side plate and main

    plate segments.

    FIGURE 3.3 : SIDE PLATE

    The above figure which is the side plate,in this process the side plate which is

    get riveted wwith the spring assembled hub.

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    3.MAIN PLATE FACING RIVETING:

    The main plate facing segment riveting process,which is one part of the

    clutch driven plate. It is the next process to the stop pin riveting process,it

    consist of the rivet facing segment.

    FIGURE 3.4 FACING SEGMENT

    The main plate comes along with the facing segment in this the riveting consist

    of 24 rivets along in it.

    In this the rivet which is used as said to be 2 rivet (i.e., the size of rivet) of semi-

    tubular rivets.

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    4.FACING SEGMENT : SUB-ASSEMBLY:

    In this process the facing segment and the sub assembly part which

    undergoes to the riveting function. The process carried out with the use of

    riveting machine.

    FIGURE 3.5 : FACING SEGMENT AND SUB ASSEMBLY

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    5.DRIVEN PLATE ASSEMBLY:

    The driven plate assembly which is the last step to finish the product of

    the clutch plate. In this process the assembled parts of main plate segment and

    the facing segment sub assemblies are taken together to the final riveting

    process to complete the assembly of the driven plate of clutch

    FIGURE 3.6.DRIVEN PLATE ASSEMBLY

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    3.8 PARAMETER OF MACHINE PRESS

    The Machine which is controlled by using the hydraulic supply for the

    attaining of proper punch with loads to be applied as required .

    FIGURE 3.7. HYDRAULIC MACHINE PRESS

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    3.9 INTODUCTION TO JIG AND FIXTURE

    3.9.1 Jigs

    A JIG is a type of custom-made tool used to control the location and/or

    motion of another tool. A jig's primary purpose is to

    provide repeatability, accuracy, and interchangeability in the manufacturing of

    products.[1] A jig is often confused with a fixture; a fixture holds the work in a

    fixed location. A device that does both functions (holding the work and guiding

    a tool) is called a jig

    3.9.2 Fixtures

    A fixture is a work-holding or support device used in

    the manufacturing industry. Fixtures are used to securely locate (position in a

    specific location or orientation) and support the work, ensuring that all parts

    produced using the fixture will maintain conformity and interchangeability.

    Using a fixture improves the economy of production by allowing smooth

    operation and quick transition from part to part, reducing the requirement for

    skilled labour by simplifying how workpieces are mounted, and increasing

    conformity across a production run.

    A fixture differs from a jig in that when a fixture is used, the tool must move

    relative to the workpiece, a jig moves the piece while the tool remains

    stationary.

    3.9.3 Objectives of jigs and fixtures

    introduction of jigs and fixtures,

    purpose and advantages of jigs and fixtures,

    important considerations while designing jigs and fixtures,

    know the meaning and principles of location,

    describe the different types of locations,

    explain the clamping and its different type,

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    the requirements of a good clamping device,

    know the different types of clamp,

    explain the jigs and their different types, and

    know about the milling fixtures.

    3.9.4 PURPOSE AND ADVANTAGES OF JIGS AND FIXTURES

    Following the purpose and advantages of jigs and fixtures :

    (a) It reduces or sometimes eliminates the efforts of marking, measuring and

    setting of workpiece on a machine and maintains the accuracy of performance.

    (b) The workpiece and tool are relatively located at their exact positions before

    the operation automatically within negligible time. So it reduces product cycle

    time.

    (c) Variability of dimension in mass production is very low so manufacturing

    processes supported by use of jigs and fixtures maintain a consistent quality.

    (d) Due to low variability in dimension assembly operation becomes easy, low

    rejection due to les defective production is observed.

    (e) It reduces the production cycle time so increases production capacity.

    Simultaneously working by more than one tool on the same workpiece is

    possible.

    (f) The operating conditions like speed, feed rate and depth of cut can be set to

    higher values due to rigidity of clamping of workpiece by jigs and fixtures.

    (g) Operators working becomes comfortable as his efforts in setting the

    workpiece can be eliminated.

    (h) Semi-skilled operators can be assigned the work so it saves the cost of

    manpower also.

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    (i) There is no need to examine the quality of produce provided that quality of

    employed jigs and fixtures is ensured.

    3.10 IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS WHILE DESIGNING JIGS AND

    FIXTURES

    Designing of jigs and fixtures depends upon so many factors. These factors are

    analysed to get design inputs for jigs and fixtures. The list of such factors is

    mentioned below :

    (a) Study of workpiece and finished component size and geometry.

    (b) Type and capacity of the machine, its extent of automation.

    (c) Provision of locating devices in the machine.

    (d) Available clamping arrangements in the machine.

    (e) Available indexing devices, their accuracy.

    (f) Evaluation of variability in the performance results of the machine.

    (g) Rigidity and of the machine tool under consideration.

    (h) Study of ejecting devices, safety devices, etc.

    (i) Required level of the accuracy in the work and quality to be produced.

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    3.11 MEANING OF LOCATION

    It is very important to understand the meaning of location before

    understanding about the jigs and fixtures. The location refers to the

    establishment of a desired relationship between the workpiece and the jigs or

    fixture correctness of location directly influences the accuracy of the finished

    product. The jigs and fixtures are desired so that all undesirable movements of

    the workpiece can be restricted. Determination of the locating points and

    clamping of the workpiece serve to restrict movements of the component in any

    direction, while setting it in a particular pre-decided position relative to the jig.

    Before deciding the locating points it is advisable to find out the all possible

    degrees of freedom of the workpiece. Then some of the degrees of freedom or

    all of them are restrained by making suitable arrangements. These arrangements

    are called locators.

    3.12 PRINCIPLES OF LOCATIONS

    The principle of location is being discussed here with the help of a most

    popular example which is available in any of the book covering jigs and

    fixtures. It is important that one should understand the problem first.

    Any rectangular body many have three axis along x-axis, y-axis and z-axis. It

    can more along any of these axes or any of its movement can be released to

    these three axes. At the same time the body can also rotate about these axes too.

    So total degree of freedom of the body along which it can move is six. For

    processing the body it is required to restrain all the degree of freedom (DOF) by

    arranging suitable locating points and then clamping it in a fixed and required

    position. The basic principle used to locate the points is desirable below.

    Six Points Location of a Rectangular Block

    Considering the six degree of freedom of a rectangular block .It is made to rest

    on several points on the jig body. Provide a rest to workpiece on three points on

    the bottom x-y surface. This will stop the movement along z-axis, rotation with

    respect to x-axis and y-axis. Supporting it on the three points is considered as

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    better support then one point or two points. Rest the workpiece on two points of

    side surface (x-z), this will fix the movement of workpiece along y-axis and

    rotation with respect to z-axis. Provide a support at one point of the adjacent

    surface (y-z) that will fix other remaining free movements. This principle of

    location of fixing points on the workpiece is also named as 3-2-1 principle of

    fixture design as number of points selected at different faces of the workpiece

    are 3, 2 and 1 respectively.

    Body to be restrained (each of the axis can be divided into two halves positive

    and negative)

    FIGURE 3.8 : AVAILABLE DEGREE OF FREEDOM OF

    RECTANGULAR BLOCK

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    3.13 LOCATION OF A CYLINDER ON A VEE BLOCK

    The analysis of the principle of location of a cylinder on a Vee block is

    indicated in Figure 3.9. All the degrees of freedom of the cylindrical object are

    restrained. It is only fixed to move along axis AB. It can rotate about the axis

    AB. These free movements are also indicated in the figure. If the operation to be

    done on the cylindrical object requires restriction of the above mentioned free

    movements also than some more locating provisions must also be incorporated

    in addition to use of the Vee block.

    FIGURE 3.9 : LOCATING A CYLINDER ON A VEE BLOCK

    3.14 DIFFERENT METHODS USED FOR LOCATION

    There are different methods used for location of a work. The locating

    arrangement should be decided after studying the type of work, type of

    operation, degree of accuracy required. Volume of mass production to be done

    also mattes a lot. Different locating methods are described below.

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    3.14.1 FLAT LOCATOR

    Flat locators are used for location of flat machined surfaces of the

    component. Three different examples which can be served as a general principle

    of location are described here for flat locators. These examples are illustrated in

    Figure 3.10.

    FIGURE 3.10: METHOD OF LOCATING USING FLAT LOCATORS

    A flat surface locator can be used as shown in first figure. In this case an

    undercut is provided at the bottom where two perpendicular surfaces intersect

    each other. This is made for swarf clearance. The middle figure shows flat

    headed button type locator. There is no need to made undercut for swarf

    clearance. The button can be adjusted to decide very fine location of the

    workpiece. There can be a vertical button support as shown in third figure,

    which is a better arrangement due to its capacity to bear end load and there is a

    provision for swarf clearance automatically.

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    3.14.2 CYLINDRICAL LOCATORS

    A cylindrical locator is shown in Figure 3.11. It is used for locating

    components having drilled holes. The cylindrical component to be located is

    gripped by a cylindrical locator fitted to the jigs body and inserted in the drilled

    hole of the component. The face of the jigs body around the locator is undercut

    to provide space for swarf clearance.

    FIGURE 3.11 : CYLINDRICAL LOCATOR

    3.14.3 CONICAL LOCATOR

    A conical locator is illustrated in Figure 3.12 . This is used for locating

    the workpieces having cylindrical hole in the workpiece. The workpiece is

    found located by supporting it over the conical locator inserted into the drilled

    hole of the workpiece. A conical locator is considered as superior as it has a

    capacity to accommodate a slight variation in the hole diameter of the

    component without affecting the accuracy of location. Degree of freedom along

    z-axis can also be restrained by putting a template over the workpiece with the

    help of screws.

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    FIGURE 3.12 : CONICAL LOCATOR

    3.14.3 JACK PIN LOCATOR

    Jack pin locator is used for supporting rough workpieces from the button

    as shown in Figure 3.13. Height of the jack pin is adjustable to accommodate

    the workpieces having variation in their surface texture. So this is a suitable

    method to accommodate the components which are rough and un-machined.

    FIGURE 3.13: JACK PIN LOCATOR

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    3.14.4 DRILL BUSH LOCATOR

    The drill bush locator is illustrated in Figure 3.14. It is used for holding

    and locating the cylindrical workpieces. The bush has conical opening for

    locating purpose and it is sometimes screwed on the jigs body for the

    adjustment of height of the work.

    FIGURE 3.14 : DRILL BUSH LOCATOR

    3.14.5 VEE LOCATORS

    This is quick and effective method of locating the workpiece with desired

    level of accuracy. This is used for locating the circular and semi-circular type of

    workpieces as shown in Figure 3.15. The main part of locating device is Vee

    shaped block which is normally fixed to the jig. This locator can be of two types

    fixed Vee locator and adjustable Vee locator. The fixed type locator is normally

    fixed on the jig and adjustable locator can be moved axially to provide proper

    grip of Vee band to the workpiece.

    FIGURE 3.15: FIXED V LOCATOR

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    3.15 CLAMPING

    To restrain the workpiece completely a clamping device is required in

    addition to locating device and jigs and fixtures. A clamping device holds the

    workpiece securely in a jig or fixture against the forces applied over it during on

    operation. Clamping device should be incorporated into the fixture, proper

    clamp in a fixture directly influence the accuracy and quality of the work done

    and production cycle time. Basic requirement of a good clamping device are

    listed below :

    (a) It should rigidly hold the workpiece.

    (b) The workpiece being clamped should not be damaged due to application of

    clamping pressure by the clamping unit.

    (c) The clamping pressure should be enough to over come the operating

    pressure applied on the workpiece as both pressure act on the workpiece in

    opposite directions.

    (d) Clamping device should be capable to be unaffected by the vibrations

    generated during an operation.

    (e) It should also be user friendly, like its clamping and releasing should be easy

    and less time consuming. Its maintenance should also be easy.

    (f) Clamping pressure should be directed towards the support surfaces or

    support points to prevent undesired lifting of workpiece from its supports.

    (g) Clamping faces should be hardened by proper treatments to minimize their

    wearing out.

    (h) To handle the workpieces made of fragile material the faces of clamping

    unit should be equipped with fibre pads to avoid any damage to workpiece.

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    3.15.1 DIFFERENT TYPES OF CLAMPS

    Different variety of clamps used with jigs and fixtures are classified into

    different categories are discussed here.

    3.15.2 STRAP CLAMP

    This is also called edge clamp. This type clamping is done with the help

    of a lever pressure acting as a strap on the workpiece. Different types of strap

    clamps are discussed below.

    Heel Clamp

    The simple form of a heel clamp is shown in Figure 3.16. Rotation of the

    clamp in clockwise direction is prevented and it is allowed in anticlockwise

    direction. For releasing the workpiece the clamping nut is unscrewed. The free

    movement in anticlockwise direction takes place before un-securing the nut to

    release the workpiece.

    FIGURE 3.16 : HEEL CLAMP

    Bridge Clamp

    The bridge clamp is illustrated in Figure3.17. It applies more clamping

    pressure as compared to heel clamp. The clamping pressure experienced by the

    workpiece depends on the distances x and y marked in the Figure 3.17 . To

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    release the workpiece the nut named as clamping nut is unscrewed. The spring

    lifts the lever to release the workpiece.

    FIGURE 3.17 : BRIDGE CLAMP

    Edge Clamp or Side Clamp

    A side clamp is also known as edge clamp. In this case the surface to be

    machined is always clamped above the clamping device. This clamping device

    is recommended for fixed length workpiece. The clamping device is illustrated

    in Figure. Releasing and clamping of the workpiece can be accomplished by

    unscrewing and screwing of the clamping nut respectively

    FIGURE 3.18 : EDGE CLAMP OR SIDE CLAMP

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    Screw Clamp

    The screw clamp is illustrated in Figure 3.19. It is also known as clamp

    screw. This clamping apply pressure directly on the side faces of the workpiece.

    There is a floating pad at their end to serve the following purposes :

    (a) It prevents displacement of workpiece and slip.

    (b) It prevents denting of clamping area of workpiece.

    (c) The available cushion prevents deflection of screw.

    In addition to the above there are some disadvantages associated with this

    method. The clamping pressure largely depends on the workpiece, it varies from

    one workpiece to other. It is more time consuming and more efforts are

    required.

    FIGURE 3.19 : SCREW CLAMP

    Latch Clamp

    Latch clamps are used to clamp the work piece, the clamping system is

    normally locked with the help of a latch provided. To unload the work piece the

    tail end of the latch is pushed that causes the leaf to swung open, so releasing

    the work piece. Here time consumed in loading and unloading is very less as no

    screw is tightened but clamping pressure is not so high as in other clamping

    devices. Life of this type of clamping device is small.

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    Power Driven Clamping

    Light duty clamps are used manually because small power is required to

    operate these clamps. Hand clamping leads to application of variable pressure,

    operators fatigue and more time consumed. The power driven clamping over

    comes the above mentioned problems of hand clamping. Power clamps are

    operated on the base of hydraulic or pneumatic power. Power clamps are high

    pressure clamping, these are quick acting, easily controllable, reliable and less

    time consuming.

    3.16 JIGS

    Jigs along with fixtures are specifically designated machine parts, which

    can be manufactured by any of the following methods : (a) Machining, (b)

    Forging, (c) Casting and (d) Complicated.

    Jigs are fabricated in different pieces and joined together by welding.

    Normally jigs are made of hardened steel, which are wear resistant, corrosion

    resistant, and thermally in sensitive. Their dimensional accuracy directly

    influences the accuracy of performance of the operations where these are used.

    3.16.1 DIFFERENT TYPES OF JIGS

    Different types of jigs used are described below :

    3.16.2 DRILLING JIGS

    Drilling jigs are used for large number of operations. Different types of

    drilling jigs are described below.

    3.16.3 TEMPLATE JIG

    This is a simple plate of metal or wood which carries correct locations of

    holes to be made in the workpiece. Size of template jig should be same as that

    of the workpiece. It is overlapped with the workpiece and drilling is done

    quickly. Use of this jig avoids the marking operation completely.

    3.16.4 PLATE TYPE JIG

    If the work is to be done on very large scale, an improvement can be

    made to template jig that is plate type jig. This uses a plate having drill pushes

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    and suitable means to hold and locate the works that it can be clamped to the

    plate and holds drilled directly through the bushes in correct positions.

    3.16.5 OPEN TYPE JIG

    In this jig the top is kept open and workpiece is placed on the base of the

    jig and the drill plate. Carrying the drill bushes is placed on the top to guide the

    tool. After the operation is over, the drill plate is removed and workpiece is

    replaced.

    FIGURE 3.20 : OPEN TYPE JIG

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    3.16.6 SWINGING LEAF TYPE JIG

    This type of jig carries a leaf or plate, arranged at the top or on one side,

    which is capable of swinging about a fulcrum. It is normally the drill plate itself

    which is pivoted about a point at its one end. A swinging leaf type jig is shown

    in Figure 4.15. The work is loaded and unloaded with the help of swinging bolt.

    FIGURE 3.21 : SWINGING TYPE JIG

    3.16.7 BOX TYPE JIG

    Its construction is like a box and it is used for the components having

    irregular shape and to be operated at different places. This type of jig provides

    rigid support, so machining on the various places of workpiece becomes

    comfortable.

    3.16.8 SOLID TYPE JIG

    This is also used for drilling holes in articles of simple shapes and

    relatively smaller sizes. This is made of standard section of rolled steel.

    3.16.9 POT TYPE JIG

    This jig is used for drilling holes in hallow cylindrical components having

    smaller size. Here the body of the jig is like a pot that is used to accommodate

    the workpiece comfortably. Location on the inside surface of the component is

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    provided by the clamp projecting from the bush plate located over the top of the

    workpieces.

    3.16.10 INDEX JIGS

    This type of jig is equipped with the facility of indexing, which creates

    positional division of the workpiece suitably. This jig is used for quick drilling

    of equidistant holes on the circular surface of the workpiece. By means of

    indexing device a hole is drilled then the workpiece is moved (indexed) to next

    position under the drill bush for drilling automatically.

    3.16.11 MULTI-STATION JIGS

    These jigs are designed for multi-spindle machine where many operations

    can be performed simultaneously. Each spindle of the machine carries a

    different tool to perform a different operation. Tools and spindles are arranged

    in the sequence in which operations are to be performed.

    3.16.12 UNIVERSAL JIG

    As indicated by the name universal jigs are meant to do large number of

    operations. These may have replaceable elements on them. Selection and

    mounting of an element depends on the type of operation to be performed.

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    3.17 FIXTURES

    Fixtures are designed specifically for an operation and so these are named

    on the base of the operation to be carried out with their help. Fixtures are used

    to hold the workpiece properly to carryout the operations. Different types of

    fixtures are listed below.

    (a) Turning fixtures

    (b) Milling fixtures

    (c) Fixture for grinding

    (d) Fixture for broaching

    (e) Fixture for boring/drilling

    (f) Tapping fixture

    (g) Fixture for welding

    (h) Assembling fixture

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    CHAPTER 4

    PROJECT DESCRIPTION

    4.1 DESIGNING OF FIXTURE

    A Fixture is a tool,which is used to examined manufactured parts for

    industry seldom will any manufactured parts be made,moved ,assembled or

    inspected without the use of fixture.

    Fixture might hold the raw material going into a stamping press,load

    them into the press,hold them during assembly to other parts and hold them

    during inspection.A fixture is differ fro other tools in that they are designed to

    hold a specific part during a specific operation.

    4.2 CLASSIFICATION OF MACHINING FIXTURE

    SURFACE MACHINING

    ROTORY MOTION STRAIGHT LINE MOTION

    SINGLE POINT CUTTER

    LATHE FIXTURE PLANNING,SHAPING &

    SLOTTING FIXTURE

    MULTI-POINT CUTTER

    MILLING FIXTURE FOR

    CIRCULAR FEED

    FIXTURES FOR CIRCULAR

    GRINDING

    MILLING FIXTIRE FOR STRAIGHT

    LINE FEED

    BROACHING FIXTURE

    SURFACE FIXTURE

    SAWING FIXTURE

    HOLE MACHINING

    SINGLE POINT CUTTER MULTI POINT CUTTER

    BORING JIGS DRILL,TAPPING,REAMING JIGS

    HONING AND LAPPING JIGS

    TABLE 4.1 : CLASSIFICATION OF MACHINING FIXTURE

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    4.3 CLASSIFICATION OF MANNUAL FIXTURES

    PURPOSE TYPE

    PREPARATORY OPERATIONS LAYOUT FIXTURES

    METALLURGICAL OPERATIONS HEAT-TREATMENT &

    ANNEALINGS FIXTURE

    JOINING OPERATIONS WELDING,SOLDERING,BRAZING,

    RIVETING FIXTURES

    WIRE-SWITCHING, CRIMPING &

    ASSEMBLY FIXTURES

    QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION FIXTURE

    MEASURING FIXTURE

    PRESSURE TESTING FIXTURE

    TABLE 4.2 : CLASSIFICATION OF MANNUAL FIXTURES

    4.4 COMPONENTS OF GANG RIVETING FIXTURE

    Bottom plate

    Bottom pad plate

    Bottom punch holder plate

    Bottom stripper plate

    Top stripper plate

    Top punch holder plate

    Top pad plate

    Top plate

    Shank

    Centre bunk

    Top punch

    Bottom punch

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    Cap screw

    Bottom insert

    Top insert

    Guide bush

    Guide pillar

    Dowel pin

    SOC.Head bolt

    Spring

    Sleeve

    4.4.1 BOTTOM PLATE

    The bottom plate is the base for the gang riveting fixture; it helps to

    hold the machining surface and the punch holder. The bottom plate is the lower

    working member of the die set. Its shape corresponds with that of the top plate

    except that it is provided with clamping flanges. The flanges have provision for

    fastening the die holder to the bolster plate of the press. Usually the bottom

    plate is made thicker than the top plate. This is to compensate for the weakening

    effect of slug and blank holes. The bottom plate surface which should be in the

    following dimensions

    B.P = 525*420*8 thick in mm

    The material which is used in the manufacture of this plate is

    MILD STEEL.

    4.4.2 BOTTOM PAD PLATES

    The bottom pad plates which are used to support the bottom plate.

    In this plate which consists of several components that spring, cap screw and the

    tool die are placed over this plates.

    B.P.P (OD)= 300*20 thick in mm

    The material is used here is mild steel

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    4.4.3 BOTTOM PUNCH HOLDER

    The bottom punch holder which consist of punch, machining

    surface placed over this plate

    B.P.H (OD)= 300*30 thick in mm

    The material is used in this component are Oil Hardened Non-

    shrinking Steel (OHNS)

    4.4.4 BOTTOM STRIPPER PLATE

    This plate, which is consist of the fixed plate position to hold the clutch plates and assembly plates.

    B.S.P (OD) = 300*30 thick in mm

    The material used in this is MILD STEEL

    4.4.5 TOP PLATES

    Likewise the bottom plates which are similar to the top plate the work holding devices are fixed along the requirements, the components and dimensions are similar to the bottom plates

    FIGURE 4.1: EXAMPLE OF TOP & BOTTOM PLATES

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    4.4.6 GUIDE BUSHES

    Guide bushes are precision ground bushes which are press fitted

    into accurately bored holes in the top plate. The guide bush which is required to

    reduce the vibration and the mis alignment caused due to the surface finish and

    during the machining process.

    G.B I (OD*ID*Lg) =64 *40*115

    G.B II (OD*ID*Lg) = 62*38*115

    The materials used in this are OHNS

    FIGURE 4.2: GUIDE BUSHES

    4.4.7 GUIDE PILLAR

    Guide pillars are precision ground pins which are press fitted into accurately bored holes in the bottom plate. Guide pillars are assembled into corresponding guide bushes to align punch and die components with a high degree of accuracy. The commonly used type of pillars Small diameter guide pillars which are usually hardened and centre less ground. Large diameter pillar which are ground between centres after hardening or case hardening. Removable guide pillars can be easily removed from the die set for resharpening the cutting elements. They are employed for large dies and for dies having more than two pillars.

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    G.P I(OD * Lg) = 50*210 in mm

    G.P II(OD * Lg) = 50* 240 in mm

    The materials used in this are OHNS

    FIGURE 4.3: GUIDING PILLARS

    4.4.8 SHANK

    The shank is the end of a drill bit grasped by the chuck of a drill.

    The cutting edges of the drill bit contact the workpiece, and are connected via

    the shaft with the shank, which fits into the chuck. In many cases a general-

    purpose arrangement is used, such as a bit with cylindrical shaft and shank in a

    three-jaw chuck which grips a cylindrical shank tightly. Different shank and

    chuck combination can deliver improved performance, such as allowing higher

    torque, greater centering accuracy, or moving the bit, but not the chuck, with a

    hammer action.

    SHANK (OD * Lg) = 83*76 in mm

    The materials used in this are MILD STEEL

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    FIGURE 4.4 : SHANK

    4.4.9 SOCKET HEAD BOLT

    Are high-strength tension fasteners designed for clamping

    assemblies and are commonly used in tool and die fixturing applications. Socket

    Screws, also known as Allen head screws, are available in several head styles

    and materials. Used in many applications, Socket Screws are reliable and

    durable.

    SOC.Head Bolt = M6*25Lg = 3 Nos

    SOC.Head Bolt = M10*25Lg =12 Nos

    SOC.HEAD BOLT = M10*80Lg = 1 No

    The material used in this are STD materials

    FIGURE 4.5: SOCKET HEAD BOLT

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    4.4.10. DOWEL PIN

    A dowel is a solid cylindrical rod, usually made of wood, plastic,

    or metal. In its original manufactured form, a dowel is called a dowel rod.

    Dowel rods are often cut into short lengths called dowel pins. Dowels are

    employed in numerous, diverse applications including as axles in

    toys, detents(e.g., in gymnastics grips), structural reinforcements in cabinet

    making, and supports for tiered wedding cakes. Other uses include:

    As furniture shelf supports

    As moveable game pieces (i.e., pegs)

    As supports for hanging items such as clothing, key rings, tools, toilet

    roll dispensers and picture frames

    To precisely align two objects in a dowel joint: a hole is bored in both

    objects and the dowel pin is inserted into the aligned holes

    As a core to wrap cable or textiles around

    DOWEL PIN (OD * Lg) = 10*110

    The material used in these are STD materials.

    FIGURE 4.6:DOWEL PINS

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    4.4.11 SLEEVE

    Sleeves may be placed and hydraulic operated clamps mounted on the

    upper end of each of the bucks for holding the cuffs of the sleeves during a

    pressing operation. Each clamp includes a head or block having a vertical

    clamping surface, a pneumatic cylinder mounted within the block having its

    piston rod extending generally perpendicularly outwardly through the surface,

    and a T-clamp connected to the rod for movement toward and away from the

    surface upon actuation of the cylinder. A pneumatic control circuit controls

    operation of the cylinders. A hold down device located between the bucks

    applies tension to the sleeves of a rivet during a pressing operation .

    FIGURE 4.7: SLEEVES

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    4.4.12 INSERT OF TOOL ( TOP & BOTTOM )

    A Insert tool is generally refers to any cutting or punching

    tool where the cutting edge consists of a separate piece of material,

    either brazed, welded or clamped on to a separate body.

    TOP INSERT (OD * LG) = 19*13 in mm = 24 Nos

    BOTTOM INSERT (OD * LG) = 16*17 in mm = 24 Nos

    FIGURE 4.8: TOOL INSERTERS

    4.4.13 PUNCH( TOP & BOTTOM )

    A punch press is a type of machine press used to cut holes in

    material. It can be small and manually operated and hold one simple die set, or

    be very large, CNC operated, with a multi-station turret and hold a much larger

    and complex die set. The tool is placed slightly above the bottom bed plate by

    providing two parallel blocks accurately ground to the same size. This is a

    necessary action since many tools, scrap (cut pieces which are a waste) is

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    discharged through the bottom element of the tool, not necessarily in the centre

    of the tool. the scrap or the blank ( the required portion ) come out from the die

    at different places . These have to be taken out horizontally from between the

    parallels placed. Otherwise they get accumulated inside the tool itself and cause

    severe damage to the tool.

    TOP PUNCH (OD* Lg) =16*71 = 24 Nos

    BOTTOM PUNCH (OD* Lg) = 16*65 =24 Nos

    FIGURE 4.9: FIXED PUNCH

    4.4.14 SPRINGS

    Damping is an influence within or upon an oscillatory system that

    has the effect of reducing, restricting or preventing its oscillations. In physical

    systems, damping is produced by processes that dissipate the energy stored in

    the oscillation. Examples include Viscous drag in mechanical

    systems, resistance in electronic, and absorption and scattering of light in optical

    oscillators. Damping not based on energy loss can be important in other

    oscillating systems such as those that occur in biological systems.

    The damping of a system can be described as being one of the following:

    Overdamped: The system returns (exponentially decays) to equilibrium

    without oscillating.

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    Critically damped: The system returns to equilibrium as quickly as possible

    without oscillating.

    Underdamped: The system oscillates (at reduced frequency compared to

    the undamped case) with the amplitude gradually decreasing to zero.

    Undamped The system oscillates at its natural resonant frequency (o).

    For linear Damping

    The force may be related to the velocity by

    This force may be used as an approximation to the friction caused

    by drag and may be realized, for instance, using a dashpot. (This device

    uses the viscous drag of a fluid, such as oil, to provide a resistance that is

    related linearly to velocity.) Even when friction is related to , if the

    velocity is restricted to a small range, then this non-linear effect may be

    small. In such a situation, a linearizied friction coefficient may be

    determined which produces little error.

    When including a restoring force (such as due to a spring) that is

    proportional to the displacement and in the opposite direction, and by

    setting the sum of these two forces equal to the mass of the object times

    its acceleration creates a second-order differential equation whose terms

    can be rearranged into the following form:

    where 0 is the undamped angular frequency of the oscillator and is a

    constant called the damping ratio. This equation is valid for many

    different oscillating systems, but with different formulas for the damping

    ratio and the undamped angular frequency.

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    The value of the damping ratio determines the behaviour of the system

    such that = 1 corresponds to being critically damped with larger values

    being overdamped and smaller values being underdamped. If = 0, the

    system is undamped.

    SPRING(OD*TH*Lg) = 30*4*55 = 24Nos

    FIGURE 4.10 : SPRING ASSEMBLY

    4.5 MACHINES INVOLVE TO FABRICATE JIG AND FIXTURE

    CONVENTIONAL MILLING MACHINE

    LATHE MACHINE

    DRILLING MACHINE

    BANDSAW MACHINE

    CNC MILLING MACHINE (3-AXIS)

    CNC MILLING MACHINE (5-AXIS)

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    4.6 TOOLING DETAILS

    Tooling details are the overall construction characteristics and special

    features incorporated into the jig or fixture. Permanent work holders are

    designed and built to last longer than temporary workholders. So, permanent

    jigs and fixtures usually contain more-elaborate parts and features than

    temporary workholders.There are several other differences between permanent

    and temporary workholders in this area. These include the type and complexity

    of the individual tooling elements, the extent of secondary machining and

    finishing operations on the tool, the tool-design process, and the amount of

    detail in the workholder drawings. Since the elements for modular workholders

    are usually part of a complete set, or system, only rarely will additional custom

    components need to be made.Permanent workholders contain different

    commercial tooling components based on expected tool usage. Permanent jigs

    intended for a high-volume drilling operation, for example, often use a

    renewable bushing and liner bushing together. A throwaway jig for a smaller

    production run often uses a simple press-fit bushing.The secondary operations

    normally associated with tooling include hardening, grinding, and similar

    operations to finish the workholder. Usually, permanent workholders are

    hardened and ground to assure their accuracy over a long production run. Since

    they are intended only for short production runs, throwaway jigs and fixtures do

    not require these operations. Another secondary operation frequently performed

    on permanent tools, but not temporary tools, is applying a protective finish,

    such as black oxide, chrome plating, or enamel paint.In designing a permanent

    workholder, the designer often makes detailed engineering drawings to show

    the toolroom exactly what must be done to build the workholder. With

    temporary workholders, the design drawings are often sent to the toolroom as

    simple freehand sketches.

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    Permanent tools are normally designed for long-term use. This being the

    case, the drawings and engineering data for the permanent jig or fixture then

    become a permanent record. With modular workholders, the designer may

    either construct drawings or specify building the workholder directly around the

    part. Here only a parts list and photographs or video tape are kept as a

    permanent record.

    Certain workholding applications require special fixture characteristics.

    For example, a particularly corrosive environment may require stainless steel

    components and clamps to deliver a satisfactory life cycle. In other cases,

    variable workpiece dimensions, as in a casting, necessitate clamping devices

    which can compensate for these variations. Appearance of a finished part might

    require the use of nylon, plastic, or rubber contact points to protect the part.

    Similarly, the selection of tooling details can enhance the productivity of

    some permanent tools. For example, utilizing small hydraulic clamps may allow

    loading many parts on a workholder due to the compactness of the design. This

    would enhance productivity by reducing load/unload time as a percentage of

    total cycle time. Duplicate fixtures are sometimes justified for machining

    centers because they allow loading of parts on one pallet during the machining

    cycle on the other pallet.

    4.7 TOOLING OPERATION

    The performance of any workholder is critical to the complete usefulness

    of the tool. If the workholder cannot perform the functions desired in the

    manner intended, it is completely useless, regardless of the cost or the extent of

    the detail. As the performance of a permanent, modular, or general-purpose

    workholder is considered, several factors about the machine tools must be

    known. These factors include the type, size, and number of machine tools

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    needed for the intended operations.Work holders are sometimes designed to

    serve multiple functions. For example, it is possible to have a work holder that

    acts both as a drill jig and a milling fixture. These tools are called combination

    tools or multiple-function work holders.Despite the work holder design or the

    size of the production run, every jig or fixture must meet certain criteria to be

    useful. These criteria include accuracy, durability, and safety. Accuracy, with

    regard to jigs and fixtures, is the ability of a work holder to produce the desired

    result, within the required limits and specifications, part after part, throughout

    the production run.

    To perform to this minimum level of accuracy, the work holder must also

    be durable. So, the jig or fixture must be designed and built to maintain the

    required accuracy throughout the expected part production. If part production is

    continuous, year after year, the jig or fixture must be more durable than is

    necessary for only one production run. The final consideration, safety, is

    actually the most important. No matter how good the design or construction, or

    how well it produces the desired accuracy, if the work holder is not safe, it is

    useless. Safety is a primary concern in the design of any workholder.Safety, as

    well as speed and reliability of part loading, can often be improved by the use of

    power clamping, either pneumatic or hydraulic. Once set, power clamps will

    repeatedly clamp with the identical force. This is not always true with manual

    clamps, which depend on operator diligence for the proper application of

    clamping force. In addition, power-clamping systems can have interlocks to the

    machine control which will shut the machine down if the system loses power

    a clear safety advantage for both operator and machine tool.

    4.8 APPLICATIONS FOR JIGS AND FIXTURES

    Typically, the jigs and fixtures found in a machine shop are for

    machining operations. Other operations, however, such as assembly, inspection,

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    testing, and layout, are also areas where workholding devices are well suited.

    Figure 1-7 shows a list of the more-common classifications and applications of

    jigs and fixtures used for manufacturing. There are many distinct variations

    within each general classification, and many workholders are actually

    combinations of two or more of the classifications shown.

    4.8.1 EXTERNAL-MACHINING APPLICATIONS:

    Flat-Surface Machining

    Milling fixtures

    Surface-grinding fixtures

    Planing fixtures

    Shaping fixtures

    Cylindrical-Surface Machining

    Lathe fixtures

    Cylindrical-grinding fixtures

    Irregular-Surface Machining

    Band-sawing fixtures

    External-broaching fixtures

    4.8.2 INTERNAL-MACHINING APPLICATIONS:

    Cylindrical- and Irregular-Hole Machining

    Drill jigs

    Boring jigs

    Electrical-discharge-machining fixtures

    Punching fixtures

    Internal-broaching fixtures

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    4.8.3 NON-MACHINING APPLICATIONS:

    Assembly

    Welding fixtures

    Mechanical-assembly fixtures

    (Riveting, stapling, stitching, pinning, etc.)

    Soldering fixtures

    Inspection

    Mechanical-inspection fixtures

    Optical-inspection fixtures

    Electronic-inspection fixtures

    Finishing

    Painting fixtures

    Plating fixtures

    Polishing fixtures

    Lapping fixtures

    Honing fixtures

    Miscellaneous

    Layout templates

    Testing fixtures

    Heat-treating fixtures

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    4.9 DESIGNING RESULT

    The designing of the tool are given below

    FIGURE 4.11 GANG RIVETING FIXTURE

    BOTTOM DIE TOP DIE

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    `

    FIGURE 4.12 VARIOUS PARTS

    SHANK CENTRE BUNK

    BOTTOM

    PUNCH

    TOP

    PUNCH

    BOTTOM

    INSERT

    TOP

    INSERT

    GUIDE PILLAR-I

    GUIDE PILLAR - II

    GUIDE BUSH-I

    GUIDE BUSH -II

    SLEEVE

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    FIGURE 4.13 BOTTOM PUNCH HOLDER

    FIGURE 4.14 BOTTOM STRIPPER PLATE

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    FIGURE 4.15 BOTTOM PLATE

    FIGURE 4.16 TOP PLATE

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    FIGURE 4.17 TOP STRIPPER PLATE

    FIGURE 4.18 TOP PUNCH HOLDER

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    CHAPTER 5

    RESULT AND DISCUSSION

    5.1RESULT

    The designed components which tend to eradicate the man power,

    cycle time and the easy flow of the process. The designing of the gang riveting

    tool which has little complex and involved more precision to develop the design

    and implement in the organisation. The designing of the tool which are

    discussed below.

    5.2 COMPONENTS LIST

    S.NO PART NAME NO.OF

    PARTS

    MATERIAL

    1 BOTTOM PLATE 1 MS

    2 BOTTOM PAD PLATE 1 MS

    3 BOTTOM PUNCH HOLDER 1 OHNS

    4 BOTTOM STRIPPER PLATE 1 MS

    5 TOP STRIPPER PLATE 1 MS

    6 TOP PUNCH HOLDER 1 OHNS

    7 TOP PAD PLATES 1 MS

    8 TOP PLATE 1 MS

    9 SHANK 1 MS

    10 CENTRE BUNK 1 OHNS

    11 TOP PUNCH 24 D2

    12 BOTTOM PUNCH 24 D2

    13 CAP SCREW 24 STD

    14 BOTTOM INSERT 24 OHNS

    15 TOP INSERT 24 OHNS

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    16 GUIDE BUSH - I 1 OHNS

    17 GUIDE BUSH II 1 OHNS

    18 GUIDE PILLAR I 1 OHNS

    19 GUIDE PILLAR- II 1 OHNS

    20 DOWEL PIN 4 STD

    21 SOC.HEAD BOLT

    M10* 55Lg

    24 STD

    22 SOC.HEAD BOLT

    M6 *25 Lg

    6 STD

    23 SPRING 24 STD

    24 SOC.HEAD BOLT

    M10*80Lg

    1 STD

    25 SLEEVE 24 MS

    TABLE 6.1 LIST OF COMPONENTS

    5.3 DISCUSSION

    The gang riveting fixture which consist of the following measures

    Dimensions of Facing plate

    Inner PCD = 192 mm

    Outer PCD = 247.5 mm

    Thickness = 3.5 mm

    Rivet hole Diameter = 11.3 mm

    Rivet diameter = 4.8515 mm

    Rivet height = 5.6722 mm

    Rivet head diameter = 9.15\9.65 mm

    ANGLE

    Angle between riveting hole = 18

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    Locating pins

    PCD = 219.5mm

    Flaring diameter = Rivet dia * 1.25 mm

    = 4.8515*1.25 = 6.064375 mm

    Load capacity = p=F/A ,

    F= normal force, A= surface of contact

    It can withstand with a maximum load of 2000kPa to maintain the flaring

    diameter without any damage to the plate.

    5.4TOOLING:

    Provide two non-plated thru tooling holes, dia 0.125 +0.003/-0.003 as far

    apart as practical.

    Tooling hole to tooling pin tolerance +0.000/-0.003.

    A 0.050 annular area around tooling holes must be clear of components

    and test pads.

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    5.4 MERITS & DEMERITES OVER RIVETING MACHINE

    5.4.1MERITS

    It reduces the operation fatigue.

    It increases the cycle time.

    Quality of the component increased.

    Increased productivity.

    More secure for workers than the riveting machine.

    5.4.2DEMERITS

    It consumes time to set the rivets .

    Proper maintance and survilance should be maintained.

    Mis-alignment of tool cause damages to the plate.

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    CHAPTER - 6

    CONCLUSION

    6.1 CONCLUSION

    The objective of the project is to design the gang riveting fixture, to

    reduce the operation which consumes repetitive action to the assembly of the

    driven clutch plate. From the state of scratch path is being designed with the

    help of AutoCAD. The work is carried out with the basis of step by step

    calculation at each level to the complete designing of gang riveting fixture.The

    approach of the project could be a part of the work towards the improvement of

    production in your organisation.

    The maximum load that can be applied for the tool is 2000Kpa.

    6.1 RECOMMENDATION

    With the introducing of this tool that tends to increase the production

    level increase with the high tolerance and accuracy. This will be more precision

    in accuracy and the inspection .

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    6.3 REFERENCE

    MECHANICAL DESIGN ,2ND EDITION BY PETER R.N CHILDS

    B.Sc(Hons)

    MECHANICAL ASSEMBLIES BY DANIEL E. WHITNEY..

    AUTOCAD2010-APROBLEM SLOVING APPROACH.

    Design of final riveting tool by the organisation..

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