MU Mechanical Engineering (Semester 8)
Automobile Engineering
May 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


Write short note on (any three):
1 (a) Fluid flywheel & Torque converter.
7 M
1 (b) Principle of operation of overdrive.
7 M
1 (c) Explain Anti locking Braking system.
7 M
1 (d) Types of Stub Axle.
7 M
1 (e) Telescopic Shock Absorber.
7 M
1 (f) Electronic Ignition system.
7 M
1 (g) Materials for Body construction.
7 M

2 (a) Define the following terms w.r.t. steering Geometer.
i) Castor
ii) Camber
iii) Toe
iv) king pin inclination
v) Combined Angle
10 M
2 (b) Explain the various sources of vibration in vehicle and steps taken to minimize these vibration. What are it's effects on comfort human body?
10 M

3 (a) Discuss in brief on various types of batteries. Explain working of Lead Acid Battery.
10 M
3 (b) Explain with neat sketch the importance of drivers seat. What are the basic parameters involved in design at drives seat.
10 M

4 (a) Short note on: Knock sensor and Oxygen Sensor.
10 M
4 (b) Discuss radial and cross ply tyres. Explain various factors affecting tyre life.
10 M

5 (a) Explain the working of Master Cylinder. What is tandem Master cylinder.
10 M
5 (b) Write about the necessity and describe the working of differential.
10 M

6 (a) With neat sketch explain the construction, working, advantages and disadvantages of multi plate dry friction clutch.
10 M
6 (b) With neat sketch explain working of constant mesh gear box (3 forward +1 Reverse speed).
10 M

7 (a) Explain with sketch the working of Mac-Pearson structure type independent suspension. With its advantages & disadvantages.
10 M
7 (b) Explain in detailed the working of ECM.
10 M



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