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    Automobile Enggnov 2007

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    The document is a past exam paper for an Automobile Engineering course. It contains 15 multiple choice and written response questions covering various topics in automobile engineering. Some of the key topics addressed include: - The characteristics of a square engine compared to a conventional engine - Materials used for valves and valve seat inserts - The main functions of a battery, spark plug, and propeller shaft - Why epicyclic gears are used in overdrive units and the effects of unbalancing in wheels - Types of stub axles and the general composition of natural gas - Disadvantages of electric cars

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    Automobile Enggnov 2007

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    The document is a past exam paper for an Automobile Engineering course. It contains 15 multiple choice and written response questions covering various topics in automobile engineering. Some of the key topics addressed include: - The characteristics of a square engine compared to a conventional engine - Materials used for valves and valve seat inserts - The main functions of a battery, spark plug, and propeller shaft - Why epicyclic gears are used in overdrive units and the effects of unbalancing in wheels - Types of stub axles and the general composition of natural gas - Disadvantages of electric cars

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    The document is a past exam paper for an Automobile Engineering course. It contains 15 multiple choice and written response questions covering various topics in automobile engineering. Some of the key topics addressed include: - The characteristics of a square engine compared to a conventional engine - Materials used for valves and valve seat inserts - The main functions of a battery, spark plug, and propeller shaft - Why epicyclic gears are used in overdrive units and the effects of unbalancing in wheels - Types of stub axles and the general composition of natural gas - Disadvantages of electric cars

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    Automobile Enggnov 2007

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    Fasil Paruvanath
    The document is a past exam paper for an Automobile Engineering course. It contains 15 multiple choice and written response questions covering various topics in automobile engineering. Some of the key topics addressed include: - The characteristics of a square engine compared to a conventional engine - Materials used for valves and valve seat inserts - The main functions of a battery, spark plug, and propeller shaft - Why epicyclic gears are used in overdrive units and the effects of unbalancing in wheels - Types of stub axles and the general composition of natural gas - Disadvantages of electric cars

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    Reg. No.

    P 1336
    CEMBER2007.
    B.E./B.Tech.DEGREEEXAMINATION,NOVEMBER/DE
    Eighth Semester
    Mechanical Engineering
    ME 437 - AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
    Maximum : 100 marks

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    Time : Three hours


    Answer ALL questions.

    What is a square engine? What is the special characteristic of square engine

    va

    1.

    N.

    PARTA-(10x2=20marks)

    2.

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    na

    when comparedwith conventional engine?

    Name the prominent material for the manufacture of Valves and Valve seat

    inserts.

    List out the main functions of a battery.

    4.

    What are the requirements of a spark plug?

    5.

    List out the functions of a propeller shaft.

    6.

    Why epicyclic gears are used in overdrive units?

    7.

    What are the effects of unbalancing in wheels?

    8.

    Draw at least any two types of stub axles.

    9.

    What is the general compositionof Natural gas?

    10.

    Enumerate the Disadvantagesof Electric car.

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    w.

    3.

    PARTB-(5x16=80marks)
    11.

    (a)

    (i)

    Define power balance and explain about Mechanical balancing


    (8)
    aspect of engine balancing.

    (ii)

    List out the functions of frame in an automobile and explain any


    (8)
    one type of semi integral frame.

    Or

    12. (a)

    (i)

    with the aid of neat sketch, explain the use of Gas Turbine for
    (8)
    automobileuse.

    (ii)

    Explain how the emission from automobiie engines can be


    (8)
    controlled.

    (i)

    Explain the construction and working of Solexcarburetor.

    (ii)

    compare the saiient features of contact breaker ignition with


    (6)
    electronic ignition.

    Explain the role of cut out reiay in generator control mechanism. (8)

    (ii)

    Schematically explain the electronic fuel injection system.

    (i)

    List out the requirements of a Clutch.

    (ii)

    Explain the working of Wilson epicyclicgear box.

    aa
    na

    va

    (i)

    74.

    (a)

    (i)

    Q2)

    Or

    Explain the construction and operation of a Differential.

    ww

    (b)

    (8)
    @)

    w.

    13. (a)

    N.

    Or
    (b)

    (10)

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    (b)

    (8)
    (8)

    (ii)

    With the aid of neat sketch, explain the Hotchkiss drive.

    (i)

    List out the advantagesof front independent suspensionsystem. (6)

    (ii)

    Explain the construction and working of recirculating ball steering

    (10)

    gearbox.

    Or
    (b)

    (i)

    Explain

    the construction

    and working

    system.
    (ii)

    List out desirable properties of tyre.

    of vacuum selvo braking

    ( 1 0)
    (6)

    P 1336

    15. (a)

    (i)

    Discussthe usageof Hz as alternatefuel in automobileindustry.


    (10)

    (ii)

    Enumerate the advantages and disadvantages of fuel cells.

    (6)

    Or
    (i)

    Schematically explain the series and parailel configuration of


    (12)
    hybrid system.

    (ii)

    Write short notes on constraints in CNG.

    w.

    aa
    na

    va

    N.

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    (4)

    ww

    (b)

    P 1336

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