Model Question Paper 2

Program Name: B.Tech. Electrical Engineering AY 2024-25

Course Name: PC-EE 502: Power System I Class / Sem 3rd Year/ 5th Sem
Faculty Name: Dr. Nirmalya Mallick

Module 1: Basic Concepts

Short Answer Questions:

1. Briefly explain the concept of a microgrid and its advantages.

2. Compare and contrast coal-fired and hydroelectric power plants in terms of their
environmental impact.
3. Discuss the significance of the Indian Electricity Rule-1956 in the context of power
system operation.
4. What are the key factors considered when choosing the frequency for a power system?
5. What are the advantages of using bundle conductors in overhead transmission lines?
6. Describe the concept of GMD (Geometric Mean Distance) and its application in power
system analysis.

Long Answer Questions:

1. (a) Discuss the evolution of the power system from the early days to the present
scenario, highlighting the key technological advancements. (b) Explain the structure of
the Indian power grid, including its key components and interconnections.
2. (a) Describe the working principle of a nuclear power plant with a neat diagram. (b)
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear power generation compared to
other renewable sources like solar and wind.
3. (a) Explain the concept of a smart grid and its key features. (b) Discuss the role of
microgrids in the future of the power system.
 4. (a) Discuss the environmental and social impacts of large-scale coal-fired power plants.
(b) Explain the concept of carbon capture and storage and its potential role in mitigating
the environmental impact of coal-fired power plants.
5. (a) Explain the concept of load forecasting and its importance in power system planning
and operation. (b) Discuss different methods of load forecasting, including their
advantages and limitations.
6. (a) Discuss the role of renewable energy sources in meeting the growing demand for
electricity. (b) Explain the challenges associated with integrating large amounts of
renewable energy into the grid.

Module 2: Overhead Transmission Lines

Short Answer Questions:

1. What are the factors that influence the choice of voltage level for a transmission line?
2. Explain the concept of skin effect and its impact on the resistance of a conductor.
3. Derive the expression for the inductance of a single-phase line with conductors of finite
radius.
4. Explain the concept of transposition and its significance in power transmission lines.
5. How does the earth affect the capacitance of an overhead transmission line?
6. What are the factors that affect the sag of a conductor in an overhead line?

Long Answer Questions:

1. (a) Derive the expression for the capacitance of a three-phase line with symmetrical
spacing. (b) Explain how the capacitance of a three-phase line is affected by earth.
2. (a) Explain the concept of corona and its effects on transmission lines. (b) Discuss
various methods of reducing corona loss.
3. (a) Discuss the factors that influence the choice of conductors for overhead transmission
lines. (b) Compare and contrast ACSR and AAAC conductors.
4. (a) Explain the concept of string efficiency and its significance in the design of
suspension insulators. (b) Discuss methods of improving string efficiency.
 5. (a) Derive the expression for the sag of a conductor between two supports at different
levels. (b) Explain the importance of considering sag in the design of transmission lines.
6. (a) Discuss the impact of wind and ice loading on the sag and tension of conductors.
(b) Explain the role of dampers in mitigating the effects of wind and ice.

Module 3: Insulators

Short Answer Questions:

1. What are the different types of insulators used in overhead transmission lines?
2. Explain the concept of voltage distribution across a string of suspension insulators.
3. How do arching shields and rings help to improve voltage distribution across an
insulator string?
4. Explain the concept of string efficiency and its importance.
5. What are the different types of electrical tests conducted on insulators?
6. What are the factors that affect the flashover voltage of an insulator?

Long Answer Questions:

1. (a) Derive the expression for the voltage distribution across a string of suspension
insulators. (b) Discuss the factors that affect the voltage distribution.
2. (a) Explain the concept of non-uniform voltage distribution across an insulator string
and its consequences. (b) Discuss various methods of improving voltage distribution.
3. (a) Explain the concept of power frequency and impulse withstand voltages of
insulators. (b) Discuss the importance of these voltages in the design of insulators.
4. (a) Explain the concept of grading rings and their role in improving voltage distribution.
(b) Discuss the design considerations for grading rings.
5. (a) Explain the concept of potential distribution across an insulator string using the
method of images. (b) Discuss the limitations of this method.
6. (a) Explain the various types of electrical tests conducted on insulators in the laboratory.
(b) Discuss the significance of these tests in ensuring the reliability of insulators.
Module 4: Cables

Short Answer Questions:

1. What are the different types of cables used in power transmission?

2. Explain the concept of dielectric stress in a cable.
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using cables for power transmission?
4. Explain the concept of cable grading and its purpose.
5. What are the factors that affect the dielectric loss in a cable?
6. Explain the concept of sheath effects in cables.

Long Answer Questions:

1. (a) Derive the expression for the capacitance of a single-core cable. (b) Explain how
the capacitance is affected by the dielectric constant and the dimensions of the cable.
2. (a) Explain the concept of dielectric stress in a cable and its importance in cable design.
(b) Discuss methods of reducing dielectric stress in cables.
3. (a) Explain the concept of cable grading and its advantages. (b) Discuss different
methods of cable grading.
4. (a) Explain the concept of dielectric loss in a cable and its causes. (b) Discuss the factors
that affect dielectric loss.
5. (a) Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using oil-filled cables compared to
gas-insulated cables. (b) Explain the applications of each type of cable.
6. (a) Explain the concept of sheath effects in cables and their impact on cable
performance. (b) Discuss methods of mitigating sheath effects.

Module 5: Performance of Lines

Short Answer Questions:

1. Explain the difference between short, medium, and long transmission lines.
2. What are the A, B, C, and D constants of a transmission line?
3. Explain the concept of voltage regulation and its significance.
 4. What is the Ferranti effect?
5. Explain the concept of power circle diagrams and their applications.
6. What are the different methods of power line compensation?

Long Answer Questions:

1. (a) Derive the expressions for the A, B, C, and D constants of a short transmission line.
(b) Explain how these constants are used to analyze the performance of the line.
2. (a) Derive the expressions for the A, B, C, and D constants of a medium transmission
line using the T-model. (b) Explain the limitations of the T-model.
3. (a) Derive the expressions for the A, B, C, and D constants of a long transmission line
using the hyperbolic functions. (b) Explain the significance of these expressions for
long lines.
4. (a) Explain the concept of voltage regulation and its importance in power system
operation. (b) Discuss methods of improving voltage regulation.
5. (a) Explain the Ferranti effect and its causes. (b) Discuss the methods of mitigating the
Ferranti effect.
6. (a) Explain the concept of power circle diagrams and their applications in power system
analysis. (b) Discuss the limitations of power circle diagrams.

Module 6: Tariffs

Short Answer Questions:

1. What are the guiding principles of tariff design in the power sector?
2. What are the different types of tariffs used in the power sector?
3. Explain the concept of maximum demand and its significance in tariff design.
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of flat rate tariffs?
5. What are the advantages and disadvantages of time-of-use tariffs?
6. How can tariffs be used to promote energy efficiency?

Long Answer Questions:

 1. (a) Discuss the economic and social objectives of tariff design in the power sector. (b)
Explain the role of tariffs in promoting efficient resource allocation and investment in
the power sector.
2. (a) Explain the concept of maximum demand and its impact on tariff design. (b) Discuss
different methods of measuring maximum demand.
3. (a) Explain the advantages and disadvantages of flat rate tariffs, block rate tariffs, and
time-of-use tariffs. (b) Discuss the factors that influence the choice of tariff structure.
4. (a) Explain the concept of cross-subsidies in tariff design and their implications. (b)
Discuss the role of regulatory bodies in ensuring fair and equitable tariffs.
5. (a) Explain the role of tariffs in promoting the adoption of renewable energy sources.
(b) Discuss the concept of feed-in tariffs and their impact on renewable energy
development.
6. (a) Explain the concept of demand-side management and its role in reducing peak
demand. (b) Discuss the use of tariffs as a

Module 6: Tariffs

Long Answer Questions:

1. (a) Discuss the economic and social objectives of tariff design in the power sector. (b)
Explain the role of tariffs in promoting efficient resource allocation and investment in
the power sector.
2. (a) Explain the concept of maximum demand and its impact on tariff design. (b) Discuss
different methods of measuring maximum demand.
3. (a) Explain the advantages and disadvantages of flat rate tariffs, block rate tariffs, and
time-of-use tariffs. (b) Discuss the factors that influence the choice of tariff structure.
4. (a) Explain the concept of cross-subsidies in tariff design and their implications. (b)
Discuss the role of regulatory bodies in ensuring fair and equitable tariffs.
5. (a) Explain the role of tariffs in promoting the adoption of renewable energy sources.
(b) Discuss the concept of feed-in tariffs and their impact on renewable energy
development.
6. (a) Explain the concept of demand-side management and its role in reducing peak
demand. (b) Discuss the use of tariffs as a tool to promote demand-side management.