Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2024 examination

GTU 3110006 Basic Mechanical Engineering (BME) Summer 2024 Question Paper & PDF

B.E. · Common Engineering · Semesters 1 and 2 · Subject code 3110006
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Total
70 marks
To pass
23 marks (33%)
Duration
2.5 Hours 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Questions
5 with internal choice
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Q.1

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks

Define these terms: (1) Absolute Pressure (2) Thermal Equilibrium

3Prime Mover
(b)
4 marks
Explain with suitable examples the following thermodynamic systems:
1Isolated (2) Open
(c)
7 marks
Write a short note on “Renewable Energy Sources”.

Q.2

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks

Define: (1) Isothermal process (2) Adiabatic process (3) Degree of superheat.

(b)
4 marks

Determine the condition of steam at a pressure of 10 bar and temperature of 200 ℃.

(c)
7 marks

A gas initially at 510 kPa and volume of 142 liters undergoes a certain process after which the pressure and volume reach to 170 kPa and 275 liters respectively. And there is enthalpy drop of 65 kJ. The specific heat at constant volume for this gas is 718 J/kg-K. Calculate:1. Change in internal energy 2. Specific heat at constant pressure 3. Gas Constant.

(c)
7 marks
1Draw neat diagram of the Separating Calorimeter.
2Determine the dryness fraction of steam after throttling from pressure 14 bar to 1.1 bar. The initial dryness fraction of steam is equal to 0.70

Q.3

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Define the terms: (1) T.D.C. (2) B.D.C. (3) Compression Ratio
(b)
4 marks
Classify the I. C. Engines.
(c)
7 marks

Calculate the air standard efficiency of the diesel cycle where the pressure and temperature at the beginning of compression process are 1 bar and 27 ℃ respectively. The compression ratio is 14 and the constant pressure heat addition continues up to 7% of the stroke volume. Draw this Diesel cycle on p-v diagram.

(a)
3 marks
Write the function of following I.C. Engine components:
1Spark Plug (2) Injector (3) Piston Rings
(b)
4 marks

Calculate the air standard efficiency of an Otto Cycle engine having a bore of 100 mm and stroke length equal to 150 mm. The clearance volume of cylinder is equal to 250 cm³. Take ᵞ = 1.4.

(c)
7 marks

A Diesel engine develops 5 kW brake power at a speed of 1000 rpm. The mechanical efficiency of the engine is 75% and indicated thermal efficiency is equal to 30 %. The diesel fuel having specific gravity = 0.87 and calorific value = 42700 kJ/kg is used. Calculate: 1. Fuel consumption in kg/h. 2. Brake thermal efficiency 3. Brake specific fuel consumption.

Q.4

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Define these terms: (1) Refrigerant (2) C.O.P. (3) Air conditioning.
(b)
4 marks
Classify the Boilers.
(c)
7 marks

Explain with neat diagrams the working of centrifugal compressor and centrifugal pump.

(a)
3 marks
What is an economizer? Why is it used in boiler plant?
(b)
4 marks
Classify the Pumps.
(c)
7 marks
Explain the characteristics of a Lancashire boiler with neat diagrams.

Q.5

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
List the important properties of engineering materials.
(b)
4 marks
Explain with neat diagram the working of domestic refrigerator.
(c)
7 marks
Classify: (1) Clutches (2) Brakes
(a)
3 marks
Define these terms: (1) Coupling (2) Shaft (3) Spindle
(b)
4 marks

Explain with neat diagram the construction and working of Roots Blower.

(c)
7 marks
Compare: Belt, Chain and Gear drives.

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Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) examination paper for Basic Mechanical Engineering (BME) (Summer 2024, B.E. · Common Engineering, Sem 1). Features complete 70-mark regular & remedial examination pattern, official marking distribution across all 5 questions, and direct 1-click official PDF download.

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