Previous Year Question Paper

BT-203 (GS) – Basic Mechanical Engineering

June 2024COMMONSEMESTER-1
June 2024
Max Marks: 70
Duration: 3 Hours
Instructions:

Attempt any five questions.

All questions carry equal marks.

Q.1
a)Unit 1

Draw Fe-Fe3C phase diagram and explain the phase transformation reactions in the diagram.

b)Unit 1

Define the following Mechanical properties of materials:

i) Strength,

ii) Hardness,

iii) Toughness,

iv) Ductility,

v) Brittleness,

vi) Malleability.

Q.2
a)Unit 1

Describe the typical shape of the stress-strain curve for a ductile material. Explain the significance of the yield point and ultimate tensile strength on the stress-strain curve of a ductile material.

b)Unit 2

State and explain various types of errors in measurements.

Q.3
a)Unit 2

List out various operations performed by Lathe and explain some of them in detail.

b)Unit 2

List out various Temperature measuring instruments and explain any two with neat diagram.

Q.4
a)Unit 3

Describe the working principle of hydraulic pumps. Give classification of pumps with their applications.

b)Unit 3

Derive Bernoulli's equation for incompressible fluids.

Q.5
a)Unit 3

What is Pascal's law, Explain how Pascal's law is applied in hydraulic systems?

b)Unit 4

What are the main types of boilers, and how are they classified based on construction and operation?

Q.6
a)Unit 4

Explain the concept of draught in boiler operation. Discuss the factors influencing the choice between natural and artificial draught systems in boiler installations.

b)Unit 4

Explain thermodynamic processes at constant pressure and volume.

Q.7
a)Unit 5

With a neat sketch, explain the working of Carnot and derive the expression for thermal efficiency.

b)Unit 5

Explain the Working principle of compressor with neat sketch.

Q.8
a)Unit 5

Explain the working of a 2 stroke petrol engine with neat sketch.

b)Unit 2

Write short notes on Slip gauge, Sine-bar and Combination set.