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BTECH
(SEM VIII) THEORY EXAMINATION 2023-24
INTRODUCTION TO SMART GRID
TIME: 3 HRS M.MARKS: 100

Note: 1. Attempt all Sections. If require any missing data; then choose suitably.

SECTION A
1. Attempt all questions in brief. 2 x 10 = 20
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a. Why do we need Smart Grid technology? 02 1
b. Explain the concept of a Resilient and Self-Healing Grid. 02 1
c. Define Real-Time Pricing in Smart Grid. 02 2
d. What is the role of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles in Smart Grid? 02 2
e. What is the purpose of Smart Substation? 02 3
f. Briefly explain the application of PMUs in power system monitoring. 02 3
g. Name one issue related to microgrid interconnection. 02 4
h. What is the role of fuel cells in microgrid? 02 4
i. Define Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) in the context of Smart 02 5

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j. How does Web-based Power Quality monitoring differ from traditional 02 5

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monitoring?

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SECTION B
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2. Attempt any three of the following: 3 x 10 = 30

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a. What are the major differences between the conventional grid and smart 10 1
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grid?
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b. What is an Outage Management System (OMS), and how does it help 10 2

utilities to detect, locate, and respond to power outages more efficiently?
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c. What are phasor measurement unit (PMU)? How it helps in monitoring 10 3

and control of power system.
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d. What are captive power plants, and how are they integrated into 10 4
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microgrid systems to enhance reliability, resilience, and energy self-

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e. How do Grid-connected Renewable Energy Sources impact Power 10 5

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Quality in Smart Grid, and what are some common Power Quality issues
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SECTION C
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3. Attempt any one part of the following: 1 x 10 = 10

a. Explain briefly about the Smart Grid Roadmap for INDIA. 10 1
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b. What are the main opportunities offered by Smart Grid, and what 10 1
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barriers exist to their widespread implementation?

4. Attempt any one part of the following: 1 x 10 = 10

a. Explain the concept of Real-Time Pricing and its significance in 10 2
demand-side management within Smart Grid environments.
b. How does Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) enhance the functionality 10 2
and accuracy of utility metering systems?

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BTECH
(SEM VIII) THEORY EXAMINATION 2023-24
INTRODUCTION TO SMART GRID
TIME: 3 HRS M.MARKS: 100

5. Attempt any one part of the following: 1 x 10 = 10

a. What are Smart Substation, and how do they differ from traditional 10 3
substations in terms of functionality and capabilities?
b. What are Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), and how are they 10 3
utilized for monitoring and protection functions in modern power
systems, including substation and distribution network?

6. Attempt any one part of the following: 1 x 10 = 10

a. Explain the different components used for solar PV integration with 10 4
utility grid.
b. Explain the concept of microgrid with neat and labelled diagram? What 10 4
are the different modes of operation of microgrid?

7. Attempt any one part of the following: 1 x 10 = 10

a. Explain the issues about power quality monitoring and power quality 10 5

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measurement in smart grid.

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b. How do Power Quality Conditioners contribute to mitigating voltage 10 5

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sags, swells, harmonics, and other Power Quality disturbances in Smart

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