Mechanical Engineering (Semester 7)
Total marks: 80
Total time: 3 Hours
INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Question 1 is compulsory.
(2) Attempt any three from the remaining questions.
(3) Draw neat diagrams wherever necessary.
1.a.
Draw a layout of automobile chassis and explain parts of it.
(5 marks)
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1.b.
Describe the current scenario and development in Indian auto industry.
(5 marks)
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2.a.
Explain the purpose and requirement of Front axle beam.
(5 marks)
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2.b.
Describe the necessity of gear box in automobile.
(5 marks)
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3.a.
Explain construction of wheel. What are benefits to use alloy wheels,Explain.
(5 marks)
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3.b.
Explain the following concepts used in steering geometry.
1) Toe in Toe out
2) Understeer and Over steer.
(5 marks)
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OR
4.a.
What are the functions and objectives of Suspension system? Explain.
(5 marks)
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4.b.
Explain construction and working of hydraulic Brake system. What are various parts of it?
(5 marks)
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5.a.
Describe role of active safety and passive safety in automobile with suitable example.
(8 marks)
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5.b.
Describe in detail parameters responsible for vehicle performance.
(8 marks)
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OR
6
Write short note on the following (Any Four):
(16 marks)
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6.a.
Air Bags
(4 marks)
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6.b.
Seat Belt
(4 marks)
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6.c.
Power requirement for propulsion of vehicle.
(4 marks)
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6.d.
NVH in automobile
(4 marks)
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6.e.
Stability of vehicle.
(4 marks)
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7.a.
Explain with neat sketch principle and construction of lead-acid battery
(8 marks)
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7.b.
Explain the working of electrical fuel pump
(8 marks)
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OR
8.a.
Explain types of vehicle maintenance.
(8 marks)
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8.b.
What is a hybrid vehicle? Describe the layout of electric vehicle and explain various components of it.
(8 marks)
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9.a.
Describe various Tests on battery condition.
(9 marks)
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9.b.
What are the sensors.and actuators used in automobiles? Describe the purpose of each.
(9 marks)
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10.
Write short note on the following (any three)
(18 marks)
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10.a.
Overhauling of automobile engine
(6 marks)
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10.b.
Electric Horn
(6 marks)
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10.c.
Maintenance of steering system
(6 marks)
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10.d.
Role of Seat belt in vehicle safety.
(6 marks)
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