Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2025 examination

GTU 3141901 Mechanical Measurement and Metrology Summer 2025 Question Paper & PDF

B.E. · Mechanical Engineering · Semester 4 · Subject code 3141901
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Total
70 marks
To pass
23 marks (33%)
Duration
2.5 Hours 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Questions
5 with internal choice
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5 of 25 questions on this paper were also asked in other years. Each is marked below with the years it appeared.See all 5 repeated 3141901 questions, most asked first

Q.1

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Define terms:
i)Calibration
ii)Hysteresis
iii)Threshold
(b)
4 marks
Differentiate following terms: -
1)Accuracy and Precision,
2)Systematic and random errors
(c)
7 marks
What are the various methods of measurement? Explain them with examples.

Q.2

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Define terms:
i)Tolerances
ii)Fits
iii)Shaft basis system
(b)
4 marks
Why sine bar is not preferred for angles greater than 45˚? Explain.
(c)
7 marks
Write a short note on Auto collimator.
(c)
7 marks

Explain with neat diagram, working principle and application of Sigma comparator.

Q.3

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Give the classifications of threads.
(b)
4 marks
Explain the common errors in threads.
(c)
7 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers
Explain three wire method for measuring effective diameter of a thread.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q3c

(a)
3 marks
Define following terms related to gear measurement:
i)Pressure angle
ii)Circular pitch
iii)Module
(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers
Give comparison between involute and cycloidal gears.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q3b OR

(c)
7 marks
Explain constant chord method for gear tooth measurement.

Q.4

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Explain different types of transducers.
(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers
Describe LVDT giving its advantages, limitations & field of applications.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q2b

(c)
7 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers
Explain generalized measurement system using suitable example.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q1c

(a)
3 marks
Write the advantages of lasers.
(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 2 papers
Write a short note on ‘Coordinate Measuring Machine’.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q4a OR

(c)
7 marks
Write a short note on Cathode ray Oscillographs.

Q.5

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
What is gauge factor? Explain its importance.
(b)
4 marks
Explain the principle of electrical Strain gauges
(c)
7 marks
Discuss the construction and working of thermocouple with neat sketch.
(a)
3 marks
Give the classification of instruments for pressure measurement.
(b)
4 marks
Explain any one method used for force measurement.
(c)
7 marks
Write a short note on rope brake dynamometer

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Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) examination paper for Mechanical Measurement and Metrology (Summer 2025, B.E. · Mechanical Engineering, Sem 4). 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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