c) find the definitions for some other words which you consider to be important for the topic “Engineering Materials Technology”. Use the website www. macmillandictionaries.com EXPLORING GRAMMAR Exercise 8. Read the sentences, point out the Complex Subject. Give the Rus- sian equivalents. If you have some difficulties, use the grammar reference at the end of the book. 1. Metalworking is known to be categorized as forming, cutting and joining
processes. 2. Forging processes are expected to be performed at various tem-
peratures. 3. True closed die forging proves to keep the workpiece from form-
ing flash. 4. Over 70% of all metal castings appear to be produced in foundries
via a sand casting process. 5. Sheet metal forming is certain to include such
operations as stamping, punching, bending, etc.
Exercise 9. Make up your own sentences according to the models. Model A: It is expected that he will be a good engineer. He is expected to be a good engineer. 1. It is expected that he will test it experimentally. 2. It is known that a
forging is stronger than an equivalent casting. 3. It is believed that this forging
process will be performed below the recrystallization temperature. 4. It is said
that sand casting is relatively cheap. 5. It is known that forging is one of the
oldest metalworking processes.
Model B: Will he take part in this manufacturing process? — Yes, he is certain to take part in this manufacturing process. 1. Will he work in this foundry? 2. Will this forging require further process-
ing? 3. Will this metal be forged cold? 4. Will this metal stock be passed through
a pair of rolls? 5. Will this excess metal flow out of the die?
READING Exercise 10. Read the text, try to focus on its essential facts and choose the most
