Non-Conventional Energy Resources and Instrumentation 2018 Question P…
The 2018 Non-Conventional Energy Resources and Instrumentation previous year question paper (Government College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu), with every question and its marks.
- University: Government College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu
- Subject: Non-Conventional Energy Resources and Instrumentation
- Course: Non - Conventional Energy Resources & Applications
- Branch: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- Year: 2018
- Paper: end-term
- Duration: 180 minutes
- Total marks: 100
Instructions
- Attempt five questions in all selecting at least two questions from each Section.
- Each question carries 20 marks.
- Assume missing data suitably.
Questions
Section - A
- Q1. What is the difference between Conventional and Non - Conventional sources of Energy? What led to the development of Non - Conventional sources of Energy? [20 marks]
- Q2. Explain the working principle of MHD power generation. Also derive the equation for voltage and power output of MHD generator. [20 marks]
- Q3. (a) Enumerate merits and demerits of Wind Power Generation. (b) Discuss about the scope of Wind Energy in India. [20 marks]
- Q4. (a) Explain the working of Photo Volatic Cell. How efficiency of a PV module can be improved? (b) Explain the different types of PV systems using suitable diagram. [20 marks]
Section - B
- Q5. Discuss the various Geothermal Energy resources. What are the applications of Geothermal Energy? [20 marks]
- Q6. What is a Fuel Cell? Explain working principle and operation of Fuel cells. Also give its applications. [20 marks]
- Q7. Explain the working of Single Basin and Double Basin Tidal System. Discuss the limitations of Tidal Power Generation. [20 marks]
- Q8. Write short notes on the following: (a) Thomson and Peltier Effect (b) Applications and Economic aspects of Thermo-electric Generators. [20 marks]