on MECH Jharkhand University of Technology, Ranchi 6th Semester B.Tech, Examination, 2023 Subject : Automobile Engineering Subject Code : MEC-602 Time Allowed : 3 Hours Full Marks : 70 Candidates are required to give their answer in their ‘own words as far as practicable. Answer any five Questions. All questions are of equal value. Question No. | is compulsory. 1, Choose the correct alternative: 2d=14 28606 (i) The self ignition temperature of Diesel as compared to Petrol is (ii) Gi) (iv) () wi) (a) Higher (b) Lower (©) Same (d) Depend on fuel quality ‘The firing order for an opposed four cylinder L.C. engine is (@) 123-4 (b) 13-42 (©) 1-4-3-2 (@) 13-24 In an engine, the temperature of the piston will be more at the (a) Crown of the Piston (b) Skirt of Piston (©) Piston Walls (d) Piston Rings The camshaft of a four stroke diesel engine running at 1000 rpm will run at (a) 500 rpm (b) 1000 rpm (©) 2000 rpm (d) 4000 rpm ‘The advantage of the fuel injection system over the carburettor system is (a) improved fuel efficiency (b) improved emission (c) improved power output (d) All of these ‘The order in which effort applied to the steering wheel is transferred to the front wheel is (a) steering wheel, steering gearbox, steering shaft, tie rod, steering knuckle, front wheels. (b) steering wheel, steering shaft, steering gearbox, tie rod, steering knuckle, front wheels. (c) steering wheel, steering shaft, steering gearbox, steering knuckle, tie rod, front wheels. (d) steering wheel, tie rod, steering gearbox, steering shaft, steering knuckle, front wheels. Please Turn Over 498602 6. Ts (2) (vii) ‘The function of anti-lock brake system (ABS) is that (a) reduces the stopping distance. (b) minimizes the brake fade. (©) maintains directional control during braking by preventing the wheels from locking. (a) prevents nose dives during braking and thereby postpones locking of the wheels. (a) Describe in details, with neat sketches the battery ignition system that uses contact breaker pts. (b) Describe the construction and working of starting motor used in vehicles with modern automobile engines. 147 (a) Explain, with suitable sketch the construction and working of a three way catalytic converter used in automobile exhaust system to control the emissions. (b) Why cooling of an engine is necessary? Explain briefly the pressurized water cooling and evaporative cooling of an engine. 846 (a) A single plate clutch, effective on both sides, is required to transmit 26 KW at 3000 rpm. Calculate the outer and inner radii of frictional surface if the coefficient of friction is 0.25, the ratio of radii is 130 and the maximum pressure is not to exceed 0.1 N/mm’. Also calculate the axial thrust to be provided by springs. Assume uniform rate of wear. (b) What do you mean by double de-clutching in constant mesh gear box? Explain the working of synchromesh gear box. 68 (a) Explain the Ackermann principle of stirring. With the help of neat sketch discuss the stirring system used in modern passenger car. (b) What is the need of differential gear in an automobile? Explain its working. 747 (a) What do you know about braking efficiency of an automobile? Derive the relation of weight transfer when brakes are applied to all the four wheels. (b) How does self-energized brake work? Compare the operations of drum and disc brake system. 147 Write short notes on any two of the following: (a) Torque Converter (b) Power Brake (©) Multiplate Clutch (d) Alternative FuelJharkhand University of Technology, Ranchi 6th Semester B.Tech. Examination, 2022 Subject : Automobile Engineering Subject Code : ME-602 Time Allowed : 3 Hours Fall Marks : 70 Pass Marks ; 21 Candidates are required to give the answers in their own words. Question No. 1 és compulsory and answer any four questions, The figure in the right-hand margin indicates full marks. 1, Choose the alternative and fill in the blanks. Ixlde14 ee (i) By higher octane rating of fuel is meant that the fuel has (a) higher heating value (b) higher flash point (©) lower volatility (A) longer ignition delay (ii) The clutch pressure plate is mounted on the (a) Flywheel (b) Crankshaft (c) Clutch cover AY Friction plate (ii) Two speed reverse gear arrangement is generally provided on (a) Cars 4b) Tractors (c) Light commercial vehicle ) Jeeps (iv) Which of the following gear box/boxes are used in overdrive and automatic transmission? (a) Planetary only (b) Progressive only (c) Selective only (dé) Planetary as well as progressive (v) In automobiles Hooks joint is used between (a) Clutch and Gear box (©) Differential and Wheels (vi) Most popular manual steering gear for cars is (a) cam and roller type. 4) rack and pinion type. (vil) Which is the core element of any suspension system? (a) Bal joint (©) Controt arm fo) Springs (d) Wheel spindle assembly a ; Please Turn Over 0) Gear box and Differential (@) Flywheel and Clutch (b) worm and wheel type, (4) worm and nut type. 403wit The cme oh Viel jad OPS (ix) In a differential the crown wheel is attached to the _‘__ {gage or case). () The rear axle on trucks is of ___ type (fully floating, half floating). (xi) The angle is zero when the king pin lies in the vertical position (Castor, Cam). ————_ link is another name for the steering link rod, (Drag, Kjpg pin). ———— is the ability of the vehicle to safely accelerate brake and corner. Handling, Byake lining). (xiv) ___ brakes clamp a flat disc between two parts (ise, Mechanical). (xii) (xiii) — 2. —{a) How is the inlet manifold different from exhaust manifold in respect of its function and location? - (0) Draw a neat sketch of Zenith carburettor and explain its requirements in the Engine. 7 3. 4a) Define the following terms in the context of braking system: 9 (@ Brake fading (ii) Break squeaking _ (iii) Brake binding (>) What are light alloy casting wheels? Enlist their merits and demerits. w a) State the function of suspension system of an automobile. Zw (b) Se ee ers z. (Aa) What is hydraulic clutch? How does it differ from ordinary clutch? _#>) State the various link mechanism used for the operation of clutch system. 4 oe 6. (a) Define the following terms in the context of automobile tyres: (i) Aspect Ratio (ii) Ply Rating (iii) Tyre Freed (b) Name different types of Multipoint Fuel Injection System. Explain any one of them with neat sketch. 7 77% (@ An automobile engine developing maximum torque of 200 Nm has a single plate dry friction clutch. The outside diameter is 1.2 times the inner diameter. The maximum allowable pressure intensity for the clutch facing is 90 kPa and the coefficient of friction is 0.3. ‘Neeaatig wae wear of lining determine the dimension of clutch plate and force of spring. 7 (b) State and explain the principle of Ackerman Steering Mechanism. 7