10MED685

USN
R. V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Autonomous Institution affiliated to VTU
VI Semester B. E. Examinations May/June-13(Make-up)

Mechanical Engineering

RAPID PROTOTYPING (ELECTIVE)

Time: 03 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Instructions to candidates:
1. Answer all questions from Part A. Part A questions should be answered
in the first 3 pages of the answer book only.
2. Answer FIVE full questions from Part B.
3. Provide necessary sketches.

PART-A
1

1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
1.11

1.12
1.13
1.14

1.15
1.16

ABS stands for ___________.

___________ and ___________ are techniques which depict the
history of rapid prototyping.
Replica of an object is known as ___________.
___________ are the prototype which are used for dynamic
mechanical testing and prototypes can be scaled down.
The presence of a ___________ in a SLA process affects part
accuracy and lead to delamination.
Stair steps affect is the error due to ___________.
___________ is the technique developed by helisys of Torrance
which uses adhesives.
Rapid steel 1.0 powder is made up of ___________ particles with
mean diameter of ___________.
___________ bytes are required to store one triangle in a binary
format (STL file).
___________ and ___________ are the errors due to part building
in the SL process.
___________ fills the gap by offering relatively quick and cost
effective methods for building physical model at any design
stage.
In which process the material is loaded in a series of cassettes?
___________ and ___________ cutter are used as a cutting device
in JP system 5.
___________ is the process consists of injecting a material
through a central spruce into a mould which is rotated at high
speed.
___________ is the process, which was developed by optomec in
2000.
Error due to tessellated arc can be controlled by___________.

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PART-B
2

Write a note on photo polymerization in SLA process.

Classify Rapid prototyping systems.
OR

06
04

a
b
c

Explain different materials used in SLS process.

Define trapped volume in stereolithography process.
List the various process parameters which affect the part quality
of FDM process.

05
05

a
b

06

b
c

Define Rapid prototyping. Briefly explain the basic methodology

involved in it.

a
b

What are the inherent disadvantages of LOM process and LOM

models? List different LOM materials.
With neat sketch briefly explain IP system 5.
OR
Explain with a neat block diagram the operational principle of
SGC system illustrating data flow and process security.
Compare and contrast the SGC Vs object Quadra system.

06

08
08

10
06

Define rapid tooling. Enlist the various application of rapid

tooling in manufacturing.
With neat sketch explain silicone rubber tooling.
OR

06
10

a
b

Classify direct methods for Rapid tool production.

Briefly explain direct metal tooling using 3DP system.

08
08

a
b

Describe 3D keltool process with neat sketches.

Explain quick cast process and its compatibility with investment
casting.
OR

08

Briefly explain spray metal deposition tool.

What are the processes that you would use to make tools when
you want 50 parts, 500 parts and 50000 parts? Explain the
reasons behind your selection.

08

10

a
b

a
b
c

11

a
b
c

08

08

Explain the basic requirements for generation of STL file and list
the RP formats.
Enumerate the influence of build orientation in part building.
Enlist and explain the features of magic communicator.
OR

06
04
06

Briefly explain errors due to data preparation.

Define STL file. List the problems in the generation of STL file.
Write a note on internet based software.

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10ME61
USN
R. V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Autonomous Institution affiliated to VTU
VI Semester B. E. Examinations May/June-13(Make-up)

Mechanical Engineering

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN AND COMPUTER AIDED

MANUFACTURE
Time: 03 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Instructions to candidates:
1. Answer all questions from Part A. Part A questions should be answered
in the first 3 pages of the answer book only.
2. Answer FIVE full questions from Part B.
PART-A
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
1.11
1.12
1.13
1.14

The product cycle begins with a ___________, an idea for a

product.
___________ is an example for mass production type of production.
The combined transformation matrix obtained by multiplying the
respective transformation matrices is called as ___________.
The technique of selecting the portions of a drawing is called
___________.
The G-code for cutter compensation left ___________ and cutter
compensation right ___________.
___________ and ___________ type of tool magazines are more
common for holding large number of tools.
Example for modal and non-modal G-codes are ___________ and
___________.
G94 and M05 codes are used for ___________ and ___________
respectively.
What are the two basic commands used in point-to-point motion
commands.
The syntax of the motion statement is given by ___________.
In contouring motion statements, the tool always moves along the
___________ surface.
The number of degrees of freedom in a robot is ___________.
In Robotics, links have a ___________ end closet to the base and a
___________ end closet to the tool.
G05 code stands for ___________.

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PART-B
2

a
b

With the help of block diagram, explain the product life cycle in
Computer Aided Manufacturing environment.
Derive the transformation matrix for rotation about an arbitrary
point.
OR

08
08

a
b
c

a
b

Explain the role of computers in industrial manufacturing.

List the functions of graphics software.
Give any four important applications of CAD/CAM in the
manufacturing of qualitative products.
What are different types of
schematically.
Write short notes on:
i)
Tool presetting
ii)
Automatic tool changer

NC

modes?

Explain

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04
04

them
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OR
5

a
b
c

List the advantages of CNC over the conventional NC system.

Explain the importance of a machine control unit in NC system.
What are the different types of DNC? Explain them schematically.

Write the manual part program for the part shown in fig 6a.
Consider
the
raw
material
is
cylindrical
block
of
size 60 mm X 110 mm. Assume suitable spindle speed and feed
rate.

04
04
08

Fig 6a.
b

All dimensions in mm.)

(All
Write short note on:
i)
Canned cycle
ii)
Interpolation.

12

04
OR

a
b

a
b
c

Write the flow diagram which explains the steps involved in the
preparation of a part programming.
With a suitable sketch explain tool length compensation and
cutter radius compensation and difference between hold and
dwell.
What is geometry statements? Explain with an example.
Write a note on Repetitive programming in APT.
Define four methods of expressing a circle in APT commands.

06

10
06
06
04

OR
9

What are the contouring motion commands? Explain with

example.

06

Write an APT part programming to cut the profile as shown in

fig 9b with the cutter is 6.5 mm dia, cutting speed of 900 rpm
and feed rate of 7.5 mm/min. Also clearly show the label to define
the geometry in the figure.

Fig 9 b.
All dimensions in mm.
10

a
b

11

a
b

What are the various robotic sensors? Briefly explain each of

them.
What are basic configurations of an industrial robot? Explain
them schematically.
OR
Define robot programming. Explain different classification of
robot programming.
Explain the characteristics need to be satisfied for the application
of industrial robots.

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10ME64
USN
R. V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Autonomous Institution affiliated to VTU
VI Semester B. E. Examinations May/June-13(Make-up)

Mechanical Engineering

CONTROL ENGINEERING
Time: 03 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Instructions to candidates:
3. Answer all questions from Part A. Part A questions should be answered
in the first 3 pages of the answer book only.
4. Answer FIVE full questions from Part B.

PART A
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8

1.9
1.10
1.11
1.12
1.13
1.14
1.15
1.16

1.17

Depending number of inputs and outputs control systems may

be classified as ______________ and ______________.
Spring stiffness K is analogous to ______________ in electrical
systems.
The element for viscous friction is often represented by a
______________.
______________ is a loop consisting of a single branch.
Non touching loops possess ______________ number of common
nodes.
Second order system has zero steady-state error to
______________ type of input.
The difference between the time response peak and the steady
output is called ______________.
The number of roots of the characteristic equation lying to
right half of s-plane is identified by ______________ in rouths
array.
In drawing the root locus, usually ______________ is increased
from 0 to .
The number of branches of the root locus terminating on
infinity is equal to ______________.
______________ plot is the locus of tips of the phasor of various
magnitudes plotted against phase angles.
The Nyquist stability criterion is based on ______________.
The Bode plot is also called ______________ plot.
| 1
The frequency at which |
is called
______________.
Gain margin and phase margin must be ______________ for a
stable system.
The general effect of adding a zero to the forward path transfer
function is to ______________ the bandwidth of the closed loop
system.
The commonly used electrical compensating networks are
______________ and ______________.

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1.18
1.19
1.20

Lag compensation is preferred when ______________ response is

to be improved.
A state model is stable if all of its ______________ have negative
real parts.
In state variable analysis, an nth order differential equation is
represented by ______________ number of first order differential
equations.
PART-B
Differentiate between
i)
Linear and Non-linear systems
ii)
Continuous and discrete control systems.
Derive an expression for transfer function of armature
controlled D. C. motor with usual notations.

01
01

01

06
10

OR
3

a
b

Explain the working principle of Home heating system with

block diagram.
Write the equilibrium equations for the mechanical system as
shown in fig. 3b and hence obtain analogous electrical system
using force-current analogy.

06

10
Fig 3b
4

Obtain the transfer function by block diagram reduction rules

(fig 4a)

Fig 4a
b

Derive an expression for unit step response of

underdamped second order system with usual notations.

07
an
09

OR
5

Using Masons gain formula, find the transfer function of the

system given in figure.5a.

10

Ascertain the stability of the system given by

2
3
6
2
1 0

06

Obtain Polar plot for system with open loop transfer function
where T is constant.

08

Sketch the Nyquist plot for a control system given by

Also calculate the range values of K.

08

OR
7

A unity feedback system has

Draw Bode plot and hence obtain gain margin and range value
of k.
8

16

Sketch the complete root locus for the system having

.

, comment on stability.

16

OR
9

10

a
b

Prove that the breakaway points of the root locus are the
!
solutions of
0 where K is the open loop gain of the system
!"
.
whose open loop transfer function is
Explain the effect of adding open loop poles and zeroes to the
function
in the left half of s-plane.
Write a note on PID control mode.
Derive the transfer function of the lead network. What are the
characteristics of lead compensator?

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08
08
08

OR
11

The transfer function of a control system is given by

#

Obtain a state model.

The state model of a control system is described by
&'
)1 1
0 &
0
%& ' ( % 0 )1 1 ( %& ( %1( U(t)
&'
0
0 )1 &
1
&
* +1 0 1, %& (
&
Determine the controllability and observability of the system.

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10ME65
USN
R. V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Autonomous Institution affiliated to VTU
VI Semester B. E. Examinations May/June-13(Make-up)

Mechanical Engineering

HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER

Time: 03 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Instructions to candidates:
4. Answer all questions from Part A. Part A questions should be answered
in the first 3 pages of the answer book only.
5. Answer FIVE full questions from Part B.
6. Use of HMT data book and steam tables is permitted.

PART-A
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5

1.6
1.7
1.8

1.9

1.10

1.11
1.12

/
In the heat flow equation , the term
is known as
1
.
___________.
In conduction problems the boundary conditions on an insulated
surface is expressed mathematically as ___________.
Critical radius of insulation for a sphere is given by ___________
Equation for heat transfer by conduction through composite
plane wall consisting of three materials is given by ___________.

Addition of fin to the surface increases heat transfer if 2

3.
4

In the expression

0 5
60 5

01
01
01

is

___________.
Fin efficiency is defined as the ratio of actual heat transfer to
___________.
In transient heat conduction the lumped parameter analysis is
valid if Biot number is ___________.
89
0
>
:;< =

01

01
01
01

the time constant is given by

___________.
A fluid flowing over a flat plate has = 25x10-6 kg/m.s,
Cp=2 kJ/kg.K, K=0.05W/m.K. If the hydrodynamic boundary
layer thickness is 0.5mm, the thermal boundary layer thickness
is ___________.
The Nusselt number for convective heat transfer between a
horizontal tube and water surrounding is given by
?@ 0.52 B DB . . For a 4 cm diameter tube the heat transfer
co-efficient is 1642W/m2.K. The tube is replaced by a 16cm
diameter tube. Other conditions remaining the same, the heat
transfer coefficient is ___________.
In radiation heat exchange, the reciprocity relation is expressed
as ___________.
An enclosure consists of four surfaces 1, 2, 3 and 4. The view
factors are F11=0.1, F12=0.4, F13=0.25. The areas are A1=4m2,
A4=2m2. The view factor F41 is ___________

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02

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02

1.13
1.14

1.15
1.16

A grey surface has an emissivity of 0.45 at 800C. The surface

measures 5m x 6m. The energy emitted is ___________.
In a parallel flow heat exchanger, oil is cooled by water from
135C to 65C. The cold water has inlet and outlet temperatures
of 20C and 50C respectively. The minimum outlet temperature
of oil is ___________.
Ficks law of diffusion is stated as ___________.
The two types of condensation are film-wise condensation and
___________.

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02
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PART-B
2

b
c

Briefly explain:
i)
Thermal diffusivity
ii)
Overall heat transfer coefficient
iii)
Thermal contact resistance.
Derive general heat conduction equation.
The temperature distribution at a certain instant of time in a
concrete slab is given by
E 3&
3& 16
Where x is in cm and T in Kelvin. Taking diffusivity as
0.0003 cm2/s, find the rate of change of temperature with time.

06
07

03

OR
3

a
b

What is critical thickness of insulation? Derive an expression for

critical thickness of insulation for a cylinder.
A spherical vessel containing hot fluid at 160C is of 0.4m OD
and is made of titanium of 25mm thickness. The thermal
conductivity is 20W/(m.K). The vessel is insulated with two layers
of 5cm thick insulations of thermal conductivities 0.06 and
0.12W/(m.K). There is a constant resistance of 6 F 10-4 and
5 F 10-4(m2.C)/W between the metal and the first insulation and
between insulation layers. The outside is exposed to air at 30C
with convection coefficient 15W/(m2.K). Determine:
i)
rate of heat loss
ii)
overall heat transfer co-efficient based on inside and
outside areas.

10

A very long rod 25mm in diameter has one end at 100C. The
surface of the rod is exposed to ambient air at 25C with
convective co-efficient of 10W/m2.K.
i)
What are the heat losses from the rods, constructed of
pure copper (k=398W/m.K) and stainless steel
(K=14w/mK)?
ii)
Estimate how long the copper rod must be to be
considered as infinite.

06

A circular fin of 100m length and 5mm diameter extends

horizontally from a casting at 200C. The fin is in an environment
at 20C and convective coefficient 20W/m2.K. What is the
temperature at the free end?

06

06

a
b

A mercury thermometer is placed in an oil well for the

measurement of temperature. The well is made of steel
(k=50W/mC) and is 14cm in length and 1mm in thickness. The
temperature recorded by the well is 100C while the pipe wall is
at 50C. If the heat transfer co-efficient is 30W/m2C, calculate
the true temperature of the air.
OR
Prove the following for transient heat conduction with negligible
internal resistance
E G ) EH
exp )BN . F
EI ) EH
A long, 15cm diameter shaft made of stainless steel
(k=14.9
W/m.C),
=7900kg/m3,
Cp=477J/kg.C,
-6
2
N=3.95x10 m /s) comes out of an oven at 450C. The shaft is
then allowed to cool slowly in a chamber at 150C with heat
transfer co-efficient of 85 W/m2.C.
i)
Determine the temperature of the shaft at the centre 25
min after the start of the cooling.
ii)
Determine the surface temperature at that time.
iii)
Determine the heat transfer per unit length of shaft
during this time period.
Briefly explain velocity boundary layer and thermal boundary
layer for flow over a flat plate.
Water at 20C flow through a tube, 4cm in diameter and 9m in
length. The tube surface is at 90C. Temperature of water
increases from 20C to 60C. Find the mass flow rate. Use
Dittus-Boelter equation taking properties of water at 40C.

04

06

10

06

10

OR
7

a
b

By dimensional analysis for free convection show that

?@ P Q, DQ
A sphere of diameter 25mm, with its surface temperature at
100C is kept in still air at 20C. Determine the rate of convective
heat loss.
Briefly explain:
i)
Radiosity
ii)
Specular reflector
iii)
view factor
iv)
grey body
The temperature of a body of area 0.1m2 is 900K. Calculate the
total rate of energy emission, intensity of radiation, maximum
monochromatic emissive power and wavelength at which it
occurs.
The radiation shape factor of the circular surfaces of a thin
hollow cylinder of 10cm diameter and 10cm length is 0.1716.
What is the shape factor of the curved surface of the cylinder with
respect to itself?
OR

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08

04

06

06

10

a
b

Two very large plates with emissivities 0.3 and 0.7 exchange heat.
Find the percentage reduction in heat transfer when two polished
aluminum shields (=0.4) are placed between them.
Three concentric spheres of diameters 20, 30 and 40cm have the
same emissivity of 0.2. inner most and outermost spheres have
temperature of 200K and 800K respectively. Find the temperature
of the intermediate sphere.
Derive an expression for the effectiveness of counter flow heat
exchanger.
Heated oil enters a heat exchanger at 155C and is to be cooled
by water entering at 32C. If the two fluids flow parallel to each
other, the exit temperatures of oil and water are 85C and 67C
respectively. Determine the exit temperatures of oil and water if
the two fluids flow counter to each other. Assume no change in
overall heat transfer co-efficient and mass flow rates.

06

10

07

09

OR
11

Write notes on any four:

i)
Nucleate boiling
ii)
Film boiling
iii)
Mass diffusion
iv)
Analogy between heat and mass transfer
v)
Drop-wise condensation

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10MEC662
USN
R. V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Autonomous Institution affiliated to VTU
VI Semester B. E. Examinations May/June-13(Make-up)

Mechanical Engineering

ENERGY MANAGEMENT AND AUDITING (ELECTIVE)

Time: 03 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Instructions to candidates:
7. Answer all questions from Part A. Part A questions should be answered in
the first 3 pages of the answer book only.
8. Answer FIVE full questions from Part B.

PART-A
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
1.11
1.12
1.13
1.14
1.15
1.16
1.17
1.18
1.19
1.20

__________ parameter is used as an index for the standard of living

of the people of a country.
__________ year is said to be the starting point for large scale
planning of renewable energy globally.
Global warming is mainly due to __________.
Global warming would lead to __________.
For a reversible adiabatic process the change in entropy is
__________.
__________. percentage of energy saving potential exists in the
industries in India.
Energy conservation means __________.
Recycling of waste conserves __________.
__________ method used for conversion of thermal energy into
hydrogen energy.
A stationary authority for energy efficiency B.E.E. stands for
__________.
Under MNES, __________ agency provides credit for promoting
energy-efficient technologies.
Of the total electricity consumed in the industrial sector, electric
motors account for __________ %.
__________ is the measurement of light output from a bulb or a
tube.
__________ are electrical equipment designed to convert one AC
voltage level to another.
__________ is the ratio of real power to the apparent power.
__________ refrigeration system is a heat operated system.
__________ is the ratio of refrigerating effect to work done by the
compressor.
__________ is a device which transfers heat form high temperature
to low temperature at 1000 times better than copper.
__________ is the temperature at which moisture present in the air
starts condensing.
__________ is a process of removal of moisture from the air.

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PART-B
2

a
b
c

a
b
c

a
b
c

Discuss the main features of various types of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources.
Explain the importance of non-conventional energy sources in the
context of global warming.
Discuss different renewable sources of energy with special
reference to the Indian context.
OR
On what basis are energy storage systems classified.
State the main application of flywheel energy storage.
Which type of energy-storage method is employed in hybrid
vehicles?
Write a note on energy conservation in India.
Name energy intensive industries notified in energy conservation
Act 2001 by Government of India.
List the important energy efficiency improvement methods.
OR

a
b
c

What is an energy audit?

Explain preliminary and detailed energy audit.
Explain present value criterion.

Explain potential of energy conservation from generation to end use

with an example.
Discuss on barriers restricting realization of energy efficiency
measures.
OR

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05
05

05
05
06
05
05
06

05
06
05

10
06

a
b

Explain simple pay back period method of economic analysis.

List the factors to be considered in conserving energy in lighting.

10
06

a
b
c

Discuss on energy conservation options in electric motors.

What are energy efficient motors and list their advantages.
Define power factor and discuss on power correction in induction
motors.
OR

06
05

b
10

11

a
b
c

a
b
c

Explain
i)
ii)
iii)
Explain

the following with regard to lighting.

Illumination
Glare
Color rendering index.
different types of flight sources.

Explain the factors affecting comfort air conditioning.

Classify the various air conditioning systems.
Explain the energy saving opportunities in an air conditioning
system.
OR
Write a note on waste heat and its potential applications.
Explain the types of shell and tube heat exchangers.
Explain the working of heat pump and heat pipe.

05

06
10
06
05
05
06
05
05

10MEC663
USN
R. V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Autonomous Institution affiliated to VTU
VI Semester B. E. Examinations May/June-13(Make-up)

Mechanical Engineering

OPERATIONS RESEARCH (ELECTIVE)

Time: 03 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Instructions to candidates:
1. Answer all questions from Part A. Part A questions should be answered
in the first 3 pages of the answer book only.
2. Answer FIVE full questions from Part B.
3. Use of normal distribution table permitted.
PART-A
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5

1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
1.11

1.12
1.13
1.14
1.15
1.16
1.17

The first algorithm for Linear Programming was given by

____________.
In PERT the distribution of activity times is assumed to be
____________.
A Dummy activity is used in network diagram to describe
____________.
The cost of providing service in a queuing system increases with
____________ in mean time of the queue.
People arrive at a hotel in a Poisson distributed arrival rate of
8 per hour and average service time is 5 minutes. If service time
is negative exponential calculate utilization factor and idle time.
When an Iso-Profit line is parallel to one of the constraint then it
has ____________ solution.
In a simplex method, the variable which is made to zero are
known as ____________ variables.
The solution which satisfies all constraints but not optimum is
known as ____________ solution.
In transportation problems the number of allocations must be
equal to ____________ in order to avoid degeneracy.
The artificial variable should be equal to zero in the optimal
table otherwise the solution is ____________.
While drawing a Loop during optimizing transportation
problems, every corner of a Loop should consist of ____________
variable.
The standard form of writing constraints in transportation
problems are ____________.
The standard form of writing constraints in assignment
problems are ____________.
____________ strategies are used for games without saddle point.
The payoff at the saddle point is called ____________.
The total float for critical activity will be ____________.
In a 2F2 game without saddle point, the value of the game is
given by ____________.

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PART-B
2

Two food stuffs F1 and F2 contains vitamins V1, V2 and V3

respectively. Minimum daily requirements of these vitamins are
1mg of V1, 50mg of V2 and 10mg of V3. Suppose that the food
stuff F1 contains 1mg of V1, 100mg of V2 and 10mg of V3
whereas F2 contains 1mg of V1,10mg of V2 and 100mg of V3.
Cost of one unit of F1 is Rs 1 and that of F2 is Rs 1.5. Formulate
the problem and solve it graphically.
List six applications of O.R.

10
06

OR
3

a
b

Solve the following L.P.P by simplex method.

Max S 4&
10& , subjected to the constraints
2&
& U 50 , 2&
5& U 100 ,2&
3& U 90 , & , & W 0
Define:
i)
Slack variable
ii)
Surplus variable
iii)
Basic variable
iv)
Non-Basic variable
v)
Feasible solution
vi)
Optimum solution
With neat diagram explain Degeneracy, Infeasible and multiple
solution.
State the conditions to identify degeneracy and infeasible
solution in simplex method.

10

06

12
04

OR
5

Solve the following L.P.P by Big-M method.

Minimize S 2&
& , subjected to the constraints
3&
&
3 , 4&
3& W 6 , &
2& U 3 , & , & W 0

16

Find the optimum solution and cost of transportation to the

following Transportation problem.

D1
D2
D3

S1
7
2
3
4

S2
3
1
4
1

S3
4
3
6
5

2
3
5

Use north-west corner method to obtain basic feasible solution.

OR

16

The owner of a small machine shop has four persons available

to assign to jobs for the day. Five jobs are offered with the
expected profit in rupees for each person on each job being as
follows:
Job
Person
A
B
C
D
E
1
62
78
50
101
82
2
71
84
61
73
59
3
87
92
111
71
81
4
48
64
87
77
80
Using Hungarian method, find assignment of persons to jobs
that will result in a maximum profit. Also find the maximum
profit and idle job.

16

A project consist of a series of tasks labeled from A to I with

following relationships:
A<D,E; B,D<F; C<G; B<H; F,G<I
where A<D,E means D and E cannot start until A is completed.
For the above project draw the network diagram and find the
critical path. Also calculate Total float for each activity
Task
Time

A
23

B
8

C
20

D
16

E
24

F
18

G
19

H
4

I
10

16

OR
9

A project is represented by the network in fig-9 and has the

following data
Task
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
Least
time
Greatest
time
Most
likely
time

18

26

16

15

10

22

40

20

25

12

12

20

33

18

20

10

Determine:
i)
Expected time and variance for each task
ii)
Earliest and latest expected time to each node
iii)
Critical path and
iv)
Probability of a node occurring at the proposed
completion date if the original contract time of
completing the project is 41.5 weeks.

Fig 9

16

10

In a game of matching coins with two players, suppose A wins

one unit of value when there are two heads, wins nothing when
there are two tails and losses unit of value when there is one
head and one tail. Determine the payoff matrix, the best
strategies for each player and the value of the game to A.
Use graphical method in solving the following game and find the
best strategies and value of game.
Player B
Player A
B1
B2
B3
B4
A1
2
2
3
-2
A2
4
3
2
6

08

08

OR
11

a
b

What is Queue Discipline? Discuss about any four such

disciplines.
Arrivals at telephone booth are considered to be Poisson with an
average time of 10 minutes between two arrivals. The length of
phone call is assumed to be distributed exponentially, with
mean 3 minutes.
i)
What is the probability that a person arriving at the
booth will have to wait?
ii)
The telephone department will install a second booth
when an arrival would expect waiting for at least
3 minutes for a phone call. By how much should the
flow of arrivals increase in order to justify a second
booth.
iii)
What is the average length of the queue that forms
from time to time.

10

06

10MED681
USN
R. V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Autonomous Institution under VTU
VI Semester B. E. Examinations May/June-13 (Make-up)

Mechanical Engineering

MECHATRONICS (ELECTIVE)
Time: 03 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Instructions to candidates:
1. Answer all questions from Part A. Part A questions should be answered in
the first 3 pages of the answer book only.
2. Answer FIVE full questions from Part B.

PART- A
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
1.11
1.12
1.13
1.14
1.15
1.16
1.17
1.18
1.19

The word Mechatronics originated in __________.

Give one example for tertiary level Mechatronics system.
Define Sensor
What is meant by proximity switch
What is the function of programme counter
What is the function of assembler
Name any one system bus used in microprocessor
Write format for flag register
What is meant by programmable logic controller
Draw latching circuit
Mention one main advantage of pneumatic actuator compared to
hydraulic actuator
What is meant by Industrial Robot
What is meant by actuator
What is meant by Gear train
Define Cam
Mention any one basic type of AC motor
Name any one basic type of stepper Motor
Draw the symbol of pressure sequence valve
Draw the symbol of Directional valve.

01
01
01
01
01
01
01
01
02
01
01
01
01
01
01
01
01
01
01

PART-B
2

a
b
c

Define Mechatronics? What are its objectives?

Briefly explain with regards to the design of Mechatronics system.
Explain the various stages through which Mechatronics has evolved.

04
04
08

OR
3

a
b

Illustrate the difference between transducer and sensor

State the principle of working and applications of hall effect sensor
with a sketches

08
08

a
b

Describe with an example a Microprocessor based control system

What are Microcontrollers? With block diagram explain the
peripherals of a Microcontroller

08
08

OR
5

a
b

Illustrate the following terminology related to microprocessor:

i)
Memory and address
ii)
Program counter
iii)
Bus
iv)
Interrupts

16

Draw the basic structure of programmable logic controllers

Explain the PLC programming based on the use of ladder diagrams.

08
08

OR
7

a
b

Write a note on advanced motorized and pneumatic actuator

What is an industrial robot? With the help of block diagram describe
different components of a robotic system.

08
08

Write short notes on:

i)
Degrees of Freedom and Constraints
ii)
Kinematic chain
iii)
Ratchet and Pawl mechanism
iv)
Cams
List different mechanical aspects of motor selection.

12
04

OR
9

b
10

a
b

Explain the following with sketches:

i)
Solenoids
ii)
Relays
Sketch and explain the working of a stepper motor.
Explain the important elements of a hydraulic system with the help
of a neat sketch
With the help of neat sketch explain the pressure reducing and
pressure sequencing valve

08
08

06
10

OR
11

a
b

With the help of a neat sketch, explain the working of a solenoid

operated sliding spool valve
Explain with sketch any one rotary actuator

08
08