Download GTU B.Tech 2020 Winter 8th Sem 2180211 Special Purpose Vehicles Question Paper

Download GTU (Gujarat Technological University Ahmedabad) B.Tech/BE (Bachelor of Technology/ Bachelor of Engineering) 2020 Winter 8th Sem 2180211 Special Purpose Vehicles Previous Question Paper

Seat No.: ________
Enrolment No.___________
GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BE- SEMESTER?VIII (NEW) EXAMINATION ? WINTER 2020
Subject Code: 2180211 Date: 25/01/2021
Subject Name: Special Purpose Vehicles
Time: 02:00 PM TO 04:00 PM Total Marks: 56
Instructions:
1. Attempt any FOUR questions out of EIGHT questions.

2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.

3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.


MARKS

Q.1 (a) Explain specific instruments used in various special purpose vehicles.
03

(b) Explain advantages and disadvantages of multi axle vehicles.
04

(c) Classify the special purpose vehicles and give the application of each.
07


Q.2 (a) Explain working of hover craft.
03

(b) Write short note on PTO shaft. Explain three standard types of PTO drives.
04

(c) Explain the construction of Mobile crane.
07




Q.3 (a) Explain application of wheel and track type vehicle.
03

(b) What is the function of Tipper ?
04

(c) List the various types of excavators and explain any one excavator in detail.
07




Q.4 (a) Describe special features of tractor.
03

(b) Explain comparison of wheel loader and shovel.
04

(c) Explain forklift with its uses and operation techniques.
07

Q.5 (a) Explain Track-mounted excavator in detail.
03

(b) Explain different types of road roller.
04

(c) Explain purpose, construction and working of Tippers in detail.
07



Q.6 (a) Explain the different types of lubrication system.
03

(b) Explain any two steering gear box with neat sketch.
04

(c) Explain fifth wheel mechanism and describe fifth wheel ratings and
07
capacities.
Q.7 (a) What is "Ballasting" of tractor ? Give its advantages.
03

(b) Explain human factors in SPV design with reference to comfort.
04

(c) Explain types of hydrodynamic steering system used in special purpose
07
vehicle with examples.



Q.8 (a) Explain safety consideration during crane operations.
03
(b) Explain with neat sketch of dumper.
04
(c) Explain the design consideration and performance parameters of an
07
innovative special purpose vehicle.


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