Q.1
14 Marks(b)
Define industrial automation and Explain industrial automation architecture with diagram.
Also asked in Summer 2025 Q1b
(c)
What do you mean by SCADA system? Discuss basic architecture and typical features of SCADA.
Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2026 examination
GTU 3170925 Industrial Automation Summer 2026 Question Paper & PDF
B.E. · Electrical Engineering · Semester 7 · Subject code 3170925
- 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(a)
Write a short note on Human Machine Interface (HMI).
(b)
Compare RS-232, RS-422 and RS485 interfaces.
(c)
Develop ladder diagram to make different logic gates with Boolean expression and circuit diagram.
OR
(c)
Develop a PLC ladder diagram for ON-OFF operation of Motor by using START and STOP push buttons. Put motor overload fault contactor which cut power when overload detects.
Q.3
14 Marks(a)
Write short note on AC & DC drive.
(b)
What do you mean by actuators? Explain how power electronics devices work as automation components.
(c)
Explain the basic principles of servo systems. Enlist types of DC servo motors with neat diagram.
OR
(a)
How pH measurement is done? Explain it in brief.
(b)
Compare between Modbus and Profibus.
(c)
Discuss various sensors used for temperature measurement.
Q.4
14 Marks(a)
List out about various programming languages used in PLC. .
(b)
Explain the basic construction and configuration of robot for industrial applications.
Also asked in Summer 2025 Q5b OR
(c)
Discuss the construction, working principle and application of LVDT.
OR
(a)
Explain features and advantages of DCS systems.
(b)
What is Internet of Things (IOT)? Enlist advantages of IOT in industry.
(c)
Describe the function of On Delay and Off Delay Timers in PLC Programming with suitable example.
Q.5
14 Marks(b)
Explain the DCS integration with PLC and Computers.
OR
(a)
Enlist Industrial Robotic Applications in Manufacturing.
(b)
Explain basic construction and configuration of pick and place robot.
(c)
Draw and explain the major components of Internet of things in industrial automation. Also list out its application.
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Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) examination paper for Industrial Automation (Summer 2026, B.E. · Electrical Engineering, Sem 7). 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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