Download PTU (Punjab Technical University) B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology) / BE (Bachelor of Engineering) 2021 January EEE 7th Sem 71972 Non Conventional Energy Sources Previous Question Paper
Roll No.
Total No. of Pages : 02
Total No. of Questions : 18
B.Tech.(Electronics & Electrical Engg.) (2012 to 2017 E-III)
B.Tech.(Electrical & Electronics Engg.) (2013 & Onwards E-III)
(Sem.?7)
NON-CONVENTIONAL ENERGY SOURCES
Subject Code : BTEEE-805D
M.Code : 71972
Time : 3 Hrs. Max. Marks : 60
INST RUCT ION TO CANDIDAT ES :
1 .
SECT ION-A is COMPULSORY cons is ting of TEN questions carrying TWO marks
each.
2 .
SECT ION-B c ontains F IVE questions c arrying FIVE marks eac h and s tud ents
have to atte mpt any FOUR q ues tions.
3 .
SECT ION-C contains THREE questions carrying T EN marks e ach and s tudents
have to atte mpt any T WO questio ns.
SECTION-A
Answer briefly :
1.
Define See beck effect.
2.
How can wind energy be converted into electrical energy?
3.
State the advantages of the MHD power generation.
4.
Give three types of solar energy collectors.
5.
What are the constituents of biogas?
6.
Classify the geothermal sources.
7.
Differentiate between tide and wave.
8.
What is solar cell?
9.
Name at least three green house gases responsible for global warming.
10. What are the merits and demerits of tidal power generation?
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SECTION-B
11. With neat diagram explain the operation of wind power plant and mention the important
parameters to be monitored in each block.
12. Explain the open cycle and closed cycle systems of magneto hydro dynamic power
generation.
13. Explain the principle of conversion of solar energy into heat. What are the main
components of a flat plate solar collector, explain the function of each?
14. What is geothermal energy? How can geothermal energy are utilized for electric power
Generation?
15. Explain the various methods of tidal power generation.
SECTION-C
16. What is the principle of solar photovoltaic power generation? What are the main elements
of a PV system?
17. a) Explain briefly about the vertical wind mills with neat sketch?
b) Write short note on bio energy from agriculture waste.
18. Write short note on following :
a) Thermoelectric Generators
b) Gibb's Free Energy
NOTE : Disclosure of Identity by writing Mobile No. or Making of passing request on any
page of Answer Sheet will lead to UMC against the Student.
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