Q.1
14 Marks(a)
Enlist common disturbances in power systems.
(b)
Explain solutions to power quality problems in brief.
(c)
Discuss significance of grounding in power system. Elaborate single-point and multipoint grounding.
Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2025 examination
GTU 3170921 Power Quality and FACTS Summer 2025 Question Paper & PDF
B.E. · Electrical Engineering · Semester 7 · Subject code 3170921
- 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.2
14 Marks(b)
Discuss load compensation.
(c)
Compare different static Var systems and discuss specification of SVCs.
OR
(c)
Describe STATCOM.
Q.3
14 Marks(a)
How reactive power control and coordination can be done by SVCs?
(b)
Discuss saturated reactor.
(c)
Demonstrate control systems for SVCs in traction application.
OR
(a)
Explain significance of pulse-width modulation.
(b)
Discuss harmonics due to inrush current in transformer.
(c)
Illustrate harmonics in arc furnace loads and a rotating machine.
Q.4
14 Marks(a)
Discuss harmonics limits.
(b)
Compare IEEE 519-1992 and IEC 61000-Series Standards.
(c)
Explain undesirable effects of harmonics. Discuss harmonic sources in brief.
OR
(b)
Compare tuned and damped harmonic filters.
(c)
Demonstrate design of single-tuned filters.
Q.5
14 Marks(b)
Explain the features of flicker meters.
(c)
Describe the objectives and procedures for performing power quality monitoring.
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OR
(b)
What are inter-harmonics and sub-harmonics?
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