Mechanical Engineering

This lab is use for Mechanical engineering students with facilities for the group of 30 students to carry out experiments. The lab is well-equipped and enables students to understand the fundamentals of Automotive Engineering which includes basic structure, body style, and wheel & tyre assembly. Major Equipment in Automobile Engineering Lab are: - Cut sectional chassis of Ambassador car, cut section four stroke four-cylinder petrol engine, fuel injection system, steering gear unit, Chassis of an automobile, synchromesh gear box, Hydraulic and Mechanical brake.

The laboratory was established by a Mechanical Engineering Department to provide our students with knowledge and hands-on experience in the area of Computer Aided Manufacturing and considering the emerging research and development in the area of manufacturing segment in the industrial fraternity. The objective of the CAM laboratory is to prepare the students industry ready and to acquire employability skills with the know of how the CNC programming and cutting tool path generation through CNC simulation software by using G-Codes and M-codes. In addition, it is aimed at to demonstrate and understand the importance of automation and its predominant role in the assembly line of shop floor, so that to satisfy the need of agil e manufacturing to meet the urging need of global competitiveness of upcoming industries. On completion of this simulation through CNC software, students will have the knowledge of key manufacturing technologies and their underlying principles applied in current manufacturing industry and will be comfortable with using commercial CAM systems to solve real world problems. Also, students are expected to develop the ability to work in industrial environment to design programs for various models and various (multi-axis) CNC machine tools. Our laboratory functioning with the following equipments. CAM laboratory comprise of following computer tools, machines, and setups: 1. CNC Milling Machine and 2. A set of Four axis Dobot Magician Robot 3. Dell makes Computers (13 nos.) 4. A Compressor 1.CNC Machining Center This CNC Milling machine with an optional 6 station Automatic Tool Changer and this machine can be compatible with Fanuc control system., Model: MTAB XLMILL, Features: PC-based 3 axis continuous path control system, 6 station programmable ATC, Programmable Spindle, Fully enclosed working area, Hydro-pneumatic vice, FMS / CIM Compatible, 2. A set of 4 - Axis Dobot Magician Robotic Arm This is a modular 4 axis articulated robot, which consists of medium duty stepper motors for all joint actuation. The controller consists of easy plug and play type cable for swift interfacing and online programming through dedicated software for various applications. Programming and control of the articulated robot for various applications both through manual as well as auto mode for repetitive tasks. The robotic arm can also be operated by Bluetooth module, WIFI module and Joystick control kit. The Dobot Magician Robot is also equipped with the Belt Conveyor, Linear Rail system, and the Vision System. The students can also learn the graphical programming (Blockly- developed by a Google) and perform the various tasks. Dobot Magician Features: Number of axis: 4, Payload: 500g, Maximum Reach: 320 mm, Position Repeatability: 0.2 mm, Controller: Dobot Integrated Controller, Path type: Point to point, linear and circular interpolation path, End effectors: 3-D Printer Kit, Laser Engraving, Pen Holder for drawing and Writing, Vacuum Suction cup, and Mechanical Gripper.

Dynamics of Machines laboratory, also known as DOM lab is associated with UG subjects such as Theory of Machines, Dynamics of Machinery and Theory of Vibration (Aeronautical Engg.). All equipment here are in running conditions and all the practical of the syllabus and beyond syllabus are performed. The laboratory has display models, apparatus, instruments and equipment. Major of them are Gyroscope, Universal Governor setup, Whirling of shafts setup, Cam analysis setup, Vib-lab frames, stroboscope and vibrometer. Our department has received a grant of Rs. 15 Lacs from AICTE for Dynamic Balancing Machine. The Machine will be installed and commissioned soon.

The Heat Transfer laboratory is equipped with setups that study both basic as well as applied heat transfer phenomena targeted for undergraduate heat transfer courses. This laboratory provides fundamental and industrial knowledge about modes of heat transfer, like conduction, convection and radiation, and their application. It gives the in-hand experience of lab-scale experiments on various types of equipments such as heat transfer through forced and natural convection, composite wall, pin fin, lagged pipe, emissivity apparatus, shell and tube heat exchanger, double pipe heat exchanger, dropwise and filmwise condensation, unsteady state heat transfer, etc. The lab aims to provide practical knowledge of experimental methods and it is expected that students will be able to plan an appropriate approach to experiment work, demonstrate safe working in the choice of method and apparatus and collect information to arrive at a final conclusion.

Metrology is the science of measurement. It is a way through which manufacturers ensure all components parts fit and work correctly. It is essential for solving almost all technical problems in the field of engineering in general, and in production engineering and experimental design in particular. Due to latest advancements in manufacturing techniques, higher productivity and accuracy cannot be achieved unless the science of metrology is properly understood. Therefore, metrology allows engineers to produce products more accurately, more quickly and to a higher standard. The aim of the Mechanical Measurement and Metrology lab is to educate students about the science of measurements. It provides a means of assessing the suitability of measuring instruments, their calibration, and the quality control of manufactured products. By having relevant knowledge in the area of Measurement and Metrology students will have firm foundation for the pursuit of graduate studies in engineering.

Rapid Prototyping is a department facility created in year 2014. The facility is extensively used by students and faculty across the entire institute. The term rapid prototyping (RP) refers to a class of technologies that can automatically construct physical models from Computer-Aided Design (CAD) data. These “three dimensional printers” allow designers to quickly create tangible physical prototypes of their designs, rather than just two-dimensional pictures. Rapid prototyping machine installed at the laboratory works of Fused Deposition modelling Method. The process uses polymer filament (PLA and ABS) as a raw material to build artifacts irrespective of their complexity.

The CAD laboratory at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Institute of Technology (formerly known as SVIT, Vasad) is a central facility available with the Department of Mechanical Engineering, wherein all the students of the UG & PG research scholars and faculty can work with 2-D and 3-D design and analysis packages. The users are encouraged to learn, practice and apply the knowledge gained into their research areas. Initially this facility is introduced mainly for students to evolve concepts and convert it into a complete product The CAD lab provides digitally integrated environment where the users can perform: Geometric Modeling ,Finite Element Analysis ,Product Development ,Rapid Prototyping.

Inauguration of Surface Engineering and Nanotechnology Lab was done on 17th June 2022, by Shri Ronakbhai Patel (Chairman, NEST), Shri Alpeshbhai Patel (Treasurer, NEST) and Shri Dineshbhai Patel (Campus Director, SVIT). The occasion was graced by Dr. S.D. Toliwal (Principal, SVIT), Dr. P.V. Ramana (HOD, Mech. Engg.) and other staff members of SVIT familiy. Surface Engineering and Nanotechnology Lab is developed by Dr. Sekar Prakash Saladi, Associate Professor, Mech. Engg. Dept. and Prof. Hetal R Chauhan, Assistant Professor, Mech. Engg. Dept., with the help of research grant for Rs. 49.5 Lakhs received from GUJCOST, DST, Government of Gujarat. High Temperature Wear, Erosion and Corrosion studies can be performed as per American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) in this laboratory. Major Facilities are: 1. High Temperature Modular Tribometer (POD 4.0, Up to 1000 C) 2. Advanced micro balance for precision weight measurements (up to 0.01 mg) 3. High Temperature Furnace for Corrosion Testing (up to 1200 C) 4. Air Jet Erosion Test Rig as per ASTM Standards

Solar PV Training and Research system is a compact miniaturized version of an actual Solar PV standalone power plant. The system enables user to study wiring and interconnections of different components involved in the system to develop basic understanding of working and operation of a Standalone PV system. Through the help of experiments a student can understand underlying principles of solar PV, its applications in standalone system and challenges like sizing of system, MPPT, installations etc. by doing various experiments. The system also provides scope for further research.

A mechanical department library is a specialized library within an academic institution that caters specifically to the needs of the mechanical engineering department. It provides a collection of books, journals, and resources relevant to mechanical engineering, supports research and learning in the field, and offers a space for students and faculty to study and collaborate. The library typically has expert staff who can assist with subject-specific inquiries and may offer access to digital resources and special collections related to mechanical engineering. DEPARTMENT LIBRARY DETAILS Books: • Titles: 312 Nos., Volumes: 392 Nos., Bound volumes of Magazines-Volumes: 85 Nos. , Proceedings of seminar / STTP/ conference / Ref. course-• Hard volumes: 22 Nos., CDs: 69 Nos., Thesis of MTech / Ph.D.- 76 Nos. , Seminar/Project reports for UG- • Hard volume: 372 Nos. , Project reports of PG- • Titles: 48 Nos. , Seminar reports of PG- Titles: 76 Nos.