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INTERDISCIPLINARY ELECTIVE-I
Energy Resources and Technology
(127132)
P. Pages : 1
Time : Three Hours Max. Marks : 80
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Instructions to Candidates :
1. Do not write anything on question paper except Seat No.
2. Graph or diagram should be drawn with the black ink pen being used for writing
paper or black HB pencil.
3. Students should note, no supplement will be provided.
4. Answer any two sub-questions from each unit.
5. Draw neat sketches wherever necessary.
UNIT – I
1. a) Discuss the environmental aspects of energy utilization. 8
b) Draw a schematic general layout of modern thermal power plant and discuss the 8
function of each component and operation of plant.
c) Draw a neat sketch of Rankine cycle for steam power plant. Label the parts and 8
describe the working of each component, giving formula for energy exchange for the
same.
UNIT – II
2. a) What is the principle of solar photovoltaic power generation. What are the main 8
component's of a PV system.
b) Describe construction of solar photovoltaic module and solar PV Panel. 8
c) Explain about the application of solar PV system in rural areas. 8
UNIT – III
3. a) What are the main component's of flat plate solar collector. With a neat sketch 8
explain the functions of each component.
b) What are the various types of concentrating collectors? What are the advantages 8
and limitations of concentrating collectors.
c) What is solar pond's. Describe non-convective solar pond and it's principle of 8
operation.
UNIT – IV
4. a) Explain the basic principle of wind energy conversion. 8
b) Describe the main consideration in selecting a site for wind generators. 8
c) Explain pressurized water reactor with neat schematic diagram. Write down 8
advantages and dis-advantages of it.
UNIT – V
5. a) How are biogas plant's classified. Explain any two of them briefly. 8
b) Explain the principle of ocean thermal energy conversion system. 8
c) Explain various factors affecting the generation of bio-gas. 8
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