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This document outlines the examination structure for a B.E. Degree in Automobile Engineering at Madurai Kamaraj University, scheduled for November 2008. It includes a set of questions divided into two parts: Part A consists of 20 short answer questions worth 2 marks each, while Part B requires detailed answers to one question from each of the five units, with each question valued at 12 marks. Topics cover various aspects of automobile engineering, including chassis, lubrication, suspension systems, braking systems, and engine types.

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Auto II set

This document outlines the examination structure for a B.E. Degree in Automobile Engineering at Madurai Kamaraj University, scheduled for November 2008. It includes a set of questions divided into two parts: Part A consists of 20 short answer questions worth 2 marks each, while Part B requires detailed answers to one question from each of the five units, with each question valued at 12 marks. Topics cover various aspects of automobile engineering, including chassis, lubrication, suspension systems, braking systems, and engine types.

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MADURAI KAMARAJ UNIVERSITY

B.E. DEGREE EXAMINATION – NOVEMBER-2008

7M4 – Automobile Engineering


Time: 3 Hrs Maximum marks: 100

Answer all the questions

Part – A (20 x 2 = 40 marks)

1. Give the purpose of chassis frame.


2. Give the difference between wet liner and dry liner.
3. Discuss the types of forces acting on a connecting.
4. Discuss the functions of lubricant in an engine.
5. Enumerate the difference between a cross ply and radial ply tyres.
6. What are the basic functions of a suspension system?
7. Define and explain Toe-in and Toe-out.
8. Discuss different types of eye construction in leaf springs.
9. What is the function of clutch?
10. What is a fluid fly wheel?
11. Discuss the main requirements of breaking fluid.
12. Discuss breaking requirements of a vehicle.
13. What is the need of a gear box?
14. What is a constant velocity joint?
15. What is the main difference between torquie-tube drive and Hotchkiss drive?
16. Give the difference between live and dead axle.
17. Discuss the factors affecting the battery capacity.
18. What is cut-out, why it is used?
19. What is the function of a condenser in ignition system?
20. List the testing equipments used in maintenance of automobiles.

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Answer ONE question from each unit
Part – B ( 5 x 12 = 60 marks)
Unit I
21. (a) Explain the construction and operating principle of the radiator.
(b) Describe the construction and working of a mechanically operated fuel
transfer pump.
OR
22. (a) Describe briefly the properties of the lubricants used in automobiles.
(b) Give the classification of automobile engines with respect to the engine
type position of valves and applications.
Unit II
23. (a) Define tyre slip angle and self aligning torque.
(b) Explain the phenomena of over steering and under steering.
OR
24. Explain the salient features of the following types of suspension springs (a)
laminated leaf spring and (b) helical coil spring.
Unit III
25. With a neat sketch explain the working of torque converter. Discuss its
performance. What are the advantages and disadvantages?
OR
26. Draw the layout and describe the operation of pneumatic brake system.
Unit IV
27. Explain with the help of neat sketch the working of a constant mesh gear box
and give its advantages.
OR
28. (a) What are the effects of gear ratios on fuel consumption?
(b) Sketch joint. Explain its principles of working.
Unit V
29. Write about organization and management of an automobile service station.
OR
30. (a) What are the function and requirement of a good automobile storage
battery? How it is charged? Give its maintenance schedule.
(b) Explain starting system in an automobile.
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