AT1302 B.E/B.Tech, DEGREE EXAMINATIONS, APRIL 2013, AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ‘Time : 3 hours Maximum : 100 marks PART A — (10 x 2= 20 marks) Answer ALL questions. All questions carry equal marks. State the working Principle of Battery. 2. What is the use of hydrometer? 3. What kinds of mechanism used to connect rotor shaft and flywheel? 4. How will you check short circuit in starter motor windings? 5. What is the use of commutator? 6. Distinguish between Dynamo and Alternator, 7. What do you mean by electromagnetic compatibility? 8. What is meant by automatic warning system? 9. How do you measure exhaust oxygen level? 10. Briefly explain about relay. PART B— (5 x 16 = 80 marks) “Answer ALL choosing either (a) or (b) of each question. All questions carry equal marks. 11. (a) Discuss various tests to be performed to maintain a battery. Or (b) Write short notes on @ — Elecrolyte (ii) Anode and Cathode ii) Earth return system (iv) Ampere Hour Rating. f 1039312. 13. 14, 16. @) ) (a) (b) (a) b) (a) ) 10393 Describe the construction details and working principle of self starter with suitable sketch. Or List out various drive units used in starting system and explain how it is working. Explain the construction details of Alternator with neat sketch. Or IMustrate with neat sketch the role of compensated regulators in charging system. Explain the requirements of the dash board instruments fixed in modern vehicles. Or Describe current trends in automotive electronics engine management system. List out the various types of sensors used in modern vehicles and explain its applications. Or Write short notes on : @ Relay (ii) Coolant temperature (iii) Manifold pressure (iv) Air mass flow 2