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Principles of Engineering, Paper I

100 marks · 3 hours · 8 questions
This paper Principles of Engineering · all yearsQ. 1 · Explain in detail the two…Q. 2 · Explain the hydrogen bonding amongst…Q. 3 · Differentiate between mutual and self-inductance.…Q. 4 · Mention the key features of…Q. 5 · Explain the composition characteristics and…Q. 6 · Write a note on low…Q. 7 · The hook in Fig. is…Q. 8 · Write note on following processes…With this paper← 20192020 →
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Q. 1
  1. (a)Explain in detail the two postulates which make up the special theory of relativity. Furthermore, explain what is "time dilation" and "length contraction". [10]
  2. (b)Mention in detail what is "Superconductivity". Also explain "Meissner effect" and applications of superconductivity also Differentiate between "Reflection" and "Refraction". [10]
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Q. 2
  1. (a)Explain the hydrogen bonding amongst water and ice. Comment about the importance of hydrogen bonding in our ecosystem. Explain the importance of hydrogen bonding in textile materials. [10]
  2. (b)Calculate the mole fraction of benzene (C 6 H 6 ) in solution containing 40% by mass, in carbon tetrachloride (CCl 4 ) [10]
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Q. 3
  1. (a)Differentiate between mutual and self-inductance. Also explain different cases of magnetic hysteresis. Explain the phenomenon of total internal reflection and its applications. [10]
  2. (b)Discuss about the principle, construction and components of such motors which can also be used as generators. [10]
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Q. 4
  1. (a)Mention the key features of 2-stroke and 4-stroke diesel engine which differentiates both type of engines and list the advantages of latest type of Diesel engines which do not operate on Diesel cycle. [10]
  2. (b)A two-cylinder, four-stroke petrol engine has a bore of 380 mm and a stroke of 585 mm. At 240 RPM the torque developed is 11.86 kN m. Calculate: the brake power the brake mean effective pressure [10]
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Q. 5

Explain the composition characteristics and uses of following types of ferrous and non-ferrous materials:

  1. (i)Low-carbon steel [4]
  2. (ii)Medium-carbon steel [4]
  3. (iii)High-carbon steel [4]
  4. (iv)White iron [4]
  5. (v)High speed steel [4]
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Q. 6
  1. (a)Write a note on low cost roads and low-cost housing techniques recommended in developing countries. [10]
  2. (b)Describe various filtration techniques used for water treatment. [10]
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Q. 7

The hook in Fig. is subjected to two forces, F1 and F2. Determine the magnitude and direction of the resultant force. [figure]

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Q. 8

Write note on following processes with the help of labelled diagrams:

  1. (i)Machining. [4]
  2. (ii)Punching. [4]
  3. (iii)Shearing. [4]
  4. (iv)Stamping. [4]
  5. (v)Casting. [4]
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