MU Mechanical Engineering (Semester 8)
Automobile Engineering
December 2015
Total marks: --
Total time: --
INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Assume appropriate data and state your reasons
(2) Marks are given to the right of every question
(3) Draw neat diagrams wherever necessary


1 (a) With the help of neat sketch explain (i) Scrub radius, (ii) Caster, (iii) Camber, (iv) Toe-in, Toe-out (v) Under steer and over steer.
10 M
1 (b) Explain with neat sketch working of Vacuum-servo brakes.
10 M

2 (a) Explain the various sources of vibration in vehicle and steps taken to Minimize these vibrations. What is its effect on comforts human body?
10 M
2 (b) Differentiate between Fluid flywheel and Torque converter.
10 M

3 (a) What are the different types steering gears? What is the purpose of Steering gear? Explain with sketch re-circulating ball type of steering gear.
10 M
3 (b) What is the necessity of gear box? Explain the working of constant mesh gear box.
10 M

4 (a) Explain with sketch working of Mac-Persons strut type independent suspension, with its advantages and di-advantages.
10 M
4 (b) Explain with a sketch working of distributor less electronics ignition system.
10 M

5 (a) Explain with sketch important driver's seat. What are the basic Parameters involved in design of driver's seat.
10 M
5 (b) Discuss the overall criteria for vehicles comparison in the same category.
10 M

6 (a) Explain in detailed the position and working of Sensors (i) MAP (ii) Lambda (iii) SAW.
10 M
6 (b) Explain in detailed the working of ECM in a vehicle.
10 M

Write short notes on the following (any four).
7 (a) Comparison of semi integral and integral structure.
5 M
7 (b) Leading shoe and trailing shoe
5 M
7 (c) Factors affecting tyre life.
5 M
7 (d) Battery ratings.
5 M
7 (e) Visibility and blind area.
5 M



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