Code No: RR321405 Set No.

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III B.Tech II Semester Supplimentary Examinations, Aug/Sep 2008
AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
(Mechatronics)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) What are the objects of engine lubrication? [4]

(b) How two stroke engines are being lubricated. [6]
(c) List the parts of any type of engine lubricating system. [4]

2. (a) Describe the distributor type fuel injection pump. [4+4]

(b) Explain the various types of injector nozzles. [4+4]

3. (a) What are the requirements of a cooling system. [5]

(b) Explain the working of Forced circulation cooling system. [5+6]

4. (a) Describe with a neat sketch of Magneto-ignition system of a four-cylinder

engine. [5+5]
(b) Compare Battery ignition system with Magneto-ignition system. [6]

5. (a) What is the importance of temperature indicator [8]

(b) Explain the working of a temperature indicator used in automobile engines.
[8]

6. (a) Explain the construction and use of Overdrive? List out its advantages and
imitations. [4+4+4]
(b) Explain the working of a dog clutch. [4]

7. (a) Sketch the sectional view of the tyre and explain its various parts. [4+4]
(b) Discuss the constructional details of a cross ply tyre. [4]
(c) What are the functions of tyres? [4]

8. (a) What are the differences between Ackerman steering gear and Davis steering
gear. [6]
(b) With the help of a suitable sketch explain the working of the worm and nut
type steering gear. [4+4]
(c) Explain the function of “Tie-rod” in the steering Mechanism. [2]

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Code No: RR321405 Set No. 2
III B.Tech II Semester Supplimentary Examinations, Aug/Sep 2008
AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
(Mechatronics)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) Give details about classification of engines based on valve arrangements. [6]
(b) With a neat sketch explain the operation of a two-stroke petrol engine. [5+5]

2. (a) What are the requirements of a diesel injection system. [8]

(b) Describe the working of a fuel feed system in diesel engines. [4+4]

3. (a) Explain the working of evaporative cooling system. [4+4]

(b) What are the merits of evaporative cooling system over conventional water-
cooling system. [4+4]

4. (a) Briefly discuss the various factors which will affect the ignition timing. [8]
(b) Briefly discuss the main factors before deciding the optimum firing order of
an engine. [8]

5. (a) Explain the construction and working of a wind screen wiper with a simple
sketch. [4+4+2]
(b) Write short notes about panel board instruments used in an automobile. [6]

6. (a) List out the functions to be performed by the transmission system of an au-
tomobile. [8]
(b) Explain the arrangements by which engine power is transmitted to the wheels.
[8]

7. (a) What are the different types of front end suspensions. [6]
(b) With the help of a diagram, explain the construction and working of ‘Mac
Pherson strut type’ independent suspension system. [5+5]

8. (a) What are the various types of steering gears? Explain the construction of one
form of steering gear commonly employed in modern cars. [4+4]
(b) Explain the term “Backlash” in Steering Gear. Write the common procedure
adopted to adjust the backlash in steering gear. [4+4]

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Code No: RR321405 Set No. 3
III B.Tech II Semester Supplimentary Examinations, Aug/Sep 2008
AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
(Mechatronics)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. (a) Explain the two types of cylinder-liners used in engines. [4+4]

(b) Describe the different types of engine valves. [4+4]

2. (a) Describe the common rail fuel injection system used in diesel engines. [4+4]
(b) Explain the working of a diesel injection pump. [4+4]

3. (a) What are the advantages of liquid cooling systems and what its limitations?
[4+4]
(b) Explain the working of thermosyphan cooling system. [4+4]

4. (a) Explain the working of Centrifugal advance mechanism with the help of neat
sketch. [5+5]
(b) Explain the function of lead-acid storage Battery. [6]

5. (a) What is the principle of a generator? Give its constructional details [4+4]
(b) Explain the working of a cutout relay as used in the charging circuit [8]

6. (a) With the help of a neat sketch, explain the construction and operation of a
constant mesh gearbox. [4+4]
(b) What do you mean by double-declutching? Explain how and why it is done?
[4+4]

7. (a) Differentiate between tubed and tubeless type. [7]

(b) Write short note on the following:
i. Tyre inflation [3]
ii. Wheel balance. [3]
iii. Tread pattern. [3]

8. (a) State the principle and derive equation for correct steering of a vehicle [4+4]
(b) Sketch and explain Ackermann steering mechanism. [4+4]

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Code No: RR321405 Set No. 4
III B.Tech II Semester Supplimentary Examinations, Aug/Sep 2008
AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING
(Mechatronics)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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1. What are the important basic components of an IC engine? Explain them briefly.
[6+10]

2. (a) Describe the distributor type fuel injection pump. [4+4]

(b) Explain the various types of injector nozzles. [4+4]

3. Explain the various types of engine cooling systems and compare them. [8+8]

4. (a) What are the requirements of an ignition system. [6]

(b) What are the types of ignition system and describe the working of Battery
ignition system. [5+5]

5. (a) Describe the working of a fuel gauge. [4+4]

(b) Explain the working of a Horn cutout relay. [4+4]

6. (a) Explain the construction and use of Overdrive? List out its advantages and
imitations. [4+4+4]
(b) Explain the working of a dog clutch. [4]

7. (a) Explain the constant velocity universal joint with a sketch. [4+4]
(b) What is the purpose of a slip joint in a propeller shaft. [4]
(c) What are the types of rear axels? [4]

8. (a) What is the effect of slip angle, inflation pressure on the cornering force.[4+4]
(b) Sketch the construction and explain the working of a Davis steering mecha-
nism. [4+4]

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