DHANALAKSHMI SRINIVASAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

SAMAYAPURAM
BE8452-BASICS OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
QUESTION BANK
UNIT I ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS AND ANALYSIS
PART-A(2 MARKS)
1. What is meant by charge?

Charge is an electrical property of the atomic particles which matter

consists. The charge of an electron is so small. Charge in motion represents
current. The unit of charge is coulomb.

2. What is meant by Current?

The flow of free electrons in a conductor is called current. Unit is ampere

(A). I =Q/t
3. What is meant by Voltage?

The poterntial difference between two points is called as voltage. Unit is

Volts (V). V=W/Q , W=work done in joules & Q = charge in coulombs

4. State Ohm’s Law.

The potential difference across any two ends of a conductor is directly

proportional to the current flowing between the two ends provided the
temperature of the conductor remains constant.

5. State Krichoff’s Voltage Law

KVL states that the algebraic sum of voltages in a closed path is

zero.
6. State Krichoff’s current Law.

KCL states that the algebraic sum of currents in a node is zero.

7. Give short notes on resistor.

It is a property of a substance3 which opposes the flow of electrons. It is

denoted by R and its unit is Ohm
 8. Distinguish between a Branch and a node of a circuit.

A pair of network which connects the various points of the network

is called branch A point at which two or more elements are joined together
is called node.

9. Distinguish between a mesh and a loop of a circuit.

A mesh is a loop that does not contain other loops. All meshes are loop,
but all loops are not meshes. A loop is any closed path of branches
10. Write down the formula for a star connected network is converted
into a delta network?
RA=( R1 R2)/( R1 +R2+ R3) RB=( R1 R3)/( R1 +R2+ R3) RC=(
R2 R3)/( R1 +R2+ R3)
11. Write down the formula for a delta connected network is converted into
a star network?
R1=( RARB+RBRC+RCRA)/RC R2=( RARB+RBRC+RCRA)/RB R3=(
RARB+RBRC+RCRA)/RA
12. Define line currents and phase currents?

The currents flowing in the lines are called as line currents The
currents flowing through phase are called phase currents
13. Define line voltage and phase voltage?

The voltage across one phase and neutral is called line voltage &
the voltage between two lines is called phase voltage
14. Give the phase value & Line value of a star connected system.

VL= 3Vph

15. Give the phase value and line valued of a delta connected system.

IL= 3Iph

16. What is the power equation for a star connected system?

P= 3I V cosΦ L L W
17. What is the power equation for a delta connected system?

P= 3I V cosΦ L L W

18. What is meant by Real power?

Real power means the useful power transfer from source to load. Unit is
watts.
19. What is meant by apparent power?

Apparent power is the product of voltage and current and it is not true power.
Unit is VA
20. What is reactive power?

If we consider the circuit as purely inductive the output power is

reactive power. Its unit is VAR.
21.State Thevenin’s theorem.[NOV/DEC’07]
[MAY/JUNE’07][NOV/DEC’04](JUN-09)[MAY-11]
Any complex network consisting of linear, bilateral and
umped elements can be replaced by a simple circuit consisting of
single voltage source in series with resistance.
It is also called as Helmholtz’s theorem.
22.State Norton’s theorem.[DEC-10]
Any complex network consisting of linear, bilateral and
lumped elements can be replaced by a simple circuit consisting of
single current source in parallel with resistance.
23.State Superposition theorem.[NOV/DEC’04] [MAY/JUNE’O7][APR-
08][JUN-10]
In a linear, bilateral and lumped circuit elements that is
energized by two or more sources, the response(current through or
voltage across) in any resistor is equal to individual responses in it,
when sources acts separately.
24.State Maximum power transfer theorem.[NOV/DEC’07]
[NOV/DEC’06][APR08][JUN-12]
It states that the maximum power transferred to the load
occurs when the load resistance is equal to the source resistance
(equivalent resistance).
Condition for maximum power transfer RL = RTH
25.State Reciprocity theorem. [NOV/DEC’07]
It states that in a linear, bilateral, single source circuit, the
ratio of excitation to response is constant when the position of
excitation and response are interchanged.

26.Draw the Thevenin’s equivalent circuit.

27.Draw the Norton’s equivalent circuit

28.What are the applications of Thevenin’s theorem?

To find the particular branch current in an electrical network while the
resistance of that branch is varied with all other elements of the network
remaining unchanged.
Used in sensitivity analysis.

29.What are the advantages of Thevenin’s theorem?

1. Applicable to circuits containing any type of
load – linear or non linear or time varying.
2. Applicable to circuits with load containing sources.
3. Applicable to circuits with load having
 initial conditions on passive elements.
30.What are the limitations of Thevenin’s theorem?
Load should be connected to network containing linear elements only.There
should be no controlled source or magnetic coupling with the elements of
load.
31.What are the applications of Maximum power transfer theorem? (AU-
MAY08)
It is used for impedance matching. It is used in communication circuits,
where the power or circuit currents are low.
32.What are the limitations of Reciprocity theorem?
Only one source is present in the network.Initial conditions should be zero.
The network is linear.Impedance matrix is symmetric.
Dependent sources present in the network, even if they are linear, are
excluded.

33.under what conditions, the super position theorem may be applied to the
circuit. (JUN-09)
It is applicable to all time variant linear networks. It holds
good for all possible locations, types and waveforms of the
independent systems. The theorem applies both in time domain
and frequency domain.
34.Write short notes about superposition theorem.
It is valid only for linear circuits. It is not valid for power
responses. When the superposition theorem is applied to any
circuit. the dependent voltage source in the circuit is always
active.
PART B
1.Interpret the current delivered by the source shown in the circuit below. (13 marks)

\
2.For the network shown below, label the current ratio (I1/I3) by applying mesh analysis. (13
marks)

3. Analyze the mesh currents I1 and I2 for the given circuit shown below. (13 marks)

4.Give Thevenin’s equivalent across the terminals AB for the circuit shown in figure below.
(13 marks)

5. Derive and list the expressions for resistors in series and parallel ( 6 marks)

Quote the Kirchhoff’s current law and prove it by using the definition of current ( 7 marks)
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SAMAYAPURAM
BE8452-BASICS OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
QUESTION BANK
UNIT II ELECTRICAL MACHINES
PART-A
1. What is an electric generator?
An electrical machine, which converts mechanical energy into electrical Energy, is
called as electric generator.
2. What is an electric motor?
An electrical machine, which converts electrical energy into mechanical Energy, is
called as electric motor.
3. What is meant by magnetic flux?
The magnetic lines of force existing around a magnet is called magnetic flux. It’s
unit is Weber.
4. State faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction.
Whenever a conductor cuts the magnetic lines of force an emf is induced in it.
5. State Fleming’s Right hand rule.
If three fingers of right hand, namely thumb, index finger and middle finger are
outstretched so that everyone of them is at right angles with the remaining two, and the
index finger is made to point in the direction of lines of flux, thumb in the direction of the
relative motion of the conductor and the middle finger gives the direction of the induced
emf in the conductor.
6.What is the use of commutator?
A device is used in a dc generator to convert the alternating emf into unidirectional
emf is called commutator.
7.What is the function yoke?
It serves the purpose of outermost cover of the dc machine. So that
the insulating material get protected from harmful atmospheric elements like moisture, dust
and various gases like SO2, acidic fumes etc.
It provides mechanical support to the poles.
8.What is the choice of material for the following?
1. Yoke 2.pole 3.Field winding 4.Armature winding
1. Yoke:
It is prepared by using cast iron because it is cheapest.
2. Pole:
It is made up of cast iron or cast steel.
3. Field winding:
It is made up of aluminium or copper.
4. Armatuer winding:
It is made up of cast iron or cast steel.
9.What is the function of brush?
To collect current from commutator and make it available to the stationary external
circuit.

10.Write down the emf equation for d.c generator.

Where
P = number of poles
Z = Total number of conductors A =
number of parallel paths
Ф = flux per pole N
= speed in rpm
11.What are all the two types of excitation? i. Separate excitation
When the field winding is supplied from external, separate dc supply
i.e. Excitation of field winding is separate then the generator is called separately
excited generator.
ii. Self excitation
When the field winding is supplied from the armature of the generator itself
then it is called as self-excitation.
12.What is meant by residual magnetism?
Practically though the generator is not working, without any current through field
winding, the field poles posses some magnetic flux. This is called as residual magnetism.
13.Give the types of DC generator.
1.Self excited generator
Series Generator
Shunt Generator Compound Generator
Long shunt compound generator Short shunt compound generator
Cumulative and differential compound Generator 2. Separately excited
generator
14.List out the applications of various types of generators.
Separately excited generator
As a separate supply is required to excite the field, the use is restricted to some special
applications like electroplating, electro refining of materials etc
Shunt generator
Commonly used in battery charging and ordinary lighting purposes.
Series Generators
Commonly used as boosters on dc feeders, as a constant current generators for welding
generator and arc lamps.
Cumulatively compound generators
These are used for domestic lighting purposes and to transmit energy over long distance.
Differential compound generator
The use of this type of generators is very rare and it is used for special application like electric
arc welding.
15.what is the principle of DC motor?
Whenever a current carrying conductor placed in a magnetic field, it experiences a
mechanical force.
16.State that the Fleming’s left hand rule.
The rules states that outstretch the three fingers of the left hand namely the first finger,
middle finger and thumb such that they are mutually perpendicular to each other. Now point
the first finger in the direction of magnetic field and the middle finger in the direction of the
current then the thumb gives the direction of the force experienced by the conductor.
17.What is Lenz’s law?
Lenz’s law states the direction of induced emf is always so as to oppose the cause
producing it.
18.Give the torque equation of a DC motor. Ta=0.159fIa.PZ/A N-m
Ia - Armature current P -
Number of poles

Z - Total number of conductors A -

 Number of parallel paths
19.List the different types of DC motor.
DC series motor
DC Shunt motor
DC Compound motor
Long shunt compound motor
Short shunt compound motor
20.List out the characteristics of DC motor.
i. Torque-Armature current characteristics (T VS Ia)
ii. Speed-Armature current characteristics (N VS Ia)
21.What are all the applications of DC motor? DC Shunt motor:
Blowers and fans
Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps Lathe
machines
Machine tools
Milling machines
Drilling machines
DC Series motor:
Cranes
Hoists, Elevators Trolleys,Conveyors,Electric
locomotives
DC Cumulative compound motor:
Rolling mills

Punches
Shears
Heavy planers
Elevators
22. How is voltage generated in rotating machines?
In rotating machines voltage is generated in windings or group of coils by rotating
them through a magnetic field or by mechanically rotating a magnetic field past the winding
or by designing the magnetic circuit so that the reluctance varies with rotation of the rotor.
23.What is the basic principle of dc motor?
A machine that converts dc power into mechanical power is known as a dc motor its
operation is based on the principle that when a current carrying conductor is placed in a
magnetic field, the conductor experiences a mechanical force. The direction of force is given
by Fleming’s left hand rule and magnitude is given by
F= BIL netwons.
Basically there is no constructional difference between a dc motor and dc generator. The same
dc machine can be run as a generator (or) motor.
24. What is back emf in d.c motors?
As the motor armature rotates, the system of conductor come across alternate North
and South pole magnetic fields causing an emf induced in the conductors. The direction of
the emf induced in the conductors. The direction of the emf induced is in the direction
opposite to the current .As this emf always opposes the flow of current in motor operation it
is called back emf.
25. Mention the different parts of a d.c generator.
The different parts of dc generator are
(i) Magnetic frame (or) yoke.
(ii) pole core and pole shoes
(iii) pole coil or field coils (iv)armature
 windings or conductors
(v) armature coils
(vi)commutator
(vii)Brushes and bearing.
26.What are the characteristics of DC generator?
The characteristics of DC generator are
i) no load or saturation characteristics( Ea/ If)
ii) internal characteristics(E/If)
iii) external characteristics( V/If)
27.Write the various losses occurring in DC generator
Copper loss Iron
loss Mechanical
loss
28. Mention the difference between core and shell type transformers.
In core type, the windings surround the core considerably and in shell type the core
surround the winding.
29. What is the purpose of laminating the core in a transformer?
The purpose of laminating the core in a transformer is to reduce eddy current loss.
PART-B
1. Explain with the help of a sketch, the constructional features of a dc machine and
briefly describe the functions of armature core,commutator and brushes.
2. Briefly explain about the principle of operation of DC generator.(6)
3. Arrive at an Emf equation of DC generator. (7)
4. A six-pole, lap-connected generator is driven at 600rpm. It has 100 slots with 24
conductors per slot. What is the magnitude of the generated emf? If the number of
conductors per slot is changed to 20.At what speed should the generator be run for the
same voltage to be generated? The flux per pole is 0.02Wb.(13
5. Explain with sketches the constructional features of a synchronous machine. (13)
6. State the various parts of a transformer and their function.
7. Explain the working principle of a single phase transformer(7) (ii)Define all-day
efficiency of a transformer and explain itssignificance.(6)
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BE8452-BASICS OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
QUESTION BANK
UNIT III BASIC ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENTATION
PART - A
1. What is meant by Q-factor?
Q-factor is known as the quality factor. It is used to measure the quality factor of
the coils such as inductors, Capacitors etc..
2. What is meant by Q-meter?
Q-meter is generally used to measure the Q-factor of the coil.
3. What are the various types of storage oscilloscopes?
The various types of storage oscilloscopes are
 Analog storage oscilloscope
 Mesh storage oscilloscope
 Bistable phosphor storage oscilloscope
 Digital storage oscilloscope
4. What is the DSO?

DSO is known as digital storage oscilloscope, it is used for storing the waveform
in a digital form. It consists of a sample and hold circuit, control logic and an A/D
converter the waveform can be stored in a buffer amplifier.

5. What are the various types o f Bridges?

Different types of bridges are sh own below.

6. How low resistance is measured?

(a) De Sauty’sbridge
(b) Maxwell’s bridge
(c) Kelvin's double bridge
(d) Wien bridge
7. What are the different types DVM?
(a) Ramp type DVM
(b) Dual slope type integrating ty pe (voltage to time)
(c) Integrating type DVM (volta ge to frequency)
(d) Successive approximation ty pe (SAR)
8. What short notes on DVM?
DVM are measuring instrumen ts that convert analog voltage to signals in to
digital or numeric readout.
9. Write the working principle of Q-meter.

The principle of Q-meter is ba sed on series resonance. The voltage drop across
the inductor or capacitor is Q times the applied voltage.
10. What are the advantages of digital instruments?
 Readings speed is very hiigh due to digital display.
They can be programmed and well suited for computerized control.
11.Define Instrument.
Instrument is defined as a device for determining the value or magnitude of a
quantity or variable.

12.Mention the two main differences between an ammeter and a voltmeter.

Ammeter Voltmeter
It is a current measuring device it is a voltage measuring device
Always connected in series with circuit Always connected in parallel with
circuit. The resistance is very small The resistance is very high
13.Mention the errors in Moving iron instruments.
Hysteresis error Temperature error
Stray magnetic field error Frequency error
Eddy current error

14.Mention any two precautions to be taken while using an Ammeter.

It should never be connected across any source. The polarity must be observed
correctly.First use the highest range and then decrease the voltage range until
the sufficient deflection is obtained.

15.Define Form factor and Crest factor.

Form factor= RMS value / Average Value Crest(peak)
 factor=Maximum Value / RMS value

16.Which type of instrument is called as universal instrument?

The moving iron instrument are known as universal instruments, because
these instruments can be used for AC and DC.
17.What are the applications of MI instruments?
i) Used as multirange ammeters and voltmeters.
ii) Used as in expensive indicators such as charging and discharging current
indicators in automobiles.
iii)Extensively used in industries for measurement of AC voltage and current
where errors of the order of 5% to 10% are accepetable.
18.What is meant by eddy current damping?
When the conductor moves in a magnetic field an emf is induced in it and if a
closed path is provided ,a current flows known as eddy current. This current intersect
with the magnetic field to produce an electromagnetic torque , which opposes the
deflecting torque.
19.How is electrical power measured?
iv) Using Voltmeter-ammeter method for DC circuits. ii)Using Watt meters
for AC circuits.
20.What do you mean by compensation coil in a wattmeter?
By connecting a compensating coil in series with a pressure coil, The error
caused by the pressure coil flowing in the current coil can be neutralized.
21.What are the three types of power used in a a.c circuit?

22 .Define average value.

The average value of an alternating current is that value of steady direct
current which transfers the same charge as the alternating current flowing for the
same time.
23.Define RMS value.
The effective value of an alternating current is that value of steady ,direct
current which produces the same heat as that produced by the alternating current
when passed which produces the same heat as that produced by the alternating
current when passed through the same resistance for the same interval of time.
24.Define reactive power.
The power consumed by a pure reactance (XL or Xc ) in a a.c circuit is called reactive
power.

PART B
1. Describe briefly the working of moving iron instrument with a neat diagram. (13
2. Describe briefly the working of moving coil permanent magnet
3. instrument with a neat diagram. (13)
4. Describe briefly the working of moving coil Dynamometer instrument with a neat
diagram.
5. Explain in detail the different types of instruments used for
6. measurement of electrical energy? (13)
 UNIT-IV-ELECTRICALWIRING AND SAFETY

PART-A
1. Give the emf equation of a transformer and define each term
Emf induced in primary coil E1 = 4.44 fΦ mN1 volt Emf
induced in secondary coil E2 = 4.44fΦ mN2 volt
Where f is the frequency of AC input Φ m is the maximum value of flux in the core N1,
N2 are the number of primary and secondary turns.
2. Define voltage regulation of a transformer
When a transformer is loaded with a constant primary voltage, the secondary voltage
decreases for lagging Power factor load, and increases for leading pf load because of its internal
resistance and leakage reactance. The change in secondary terminal voltage from no load to full
load expressed as a percentage of no loads or full load voltage is termed as regulation.
% regulation down = (0V2 -V2) x 100/0V2
% regulation up = (0V2 -V2) x 100/V2
3. Why transformers are rated in kVA?
Copper loss of a transformer depends on current and iron loss on voltage. Hence total
losses depend on Volt- Ampere and not on the power factor. That is why the rating of
transformers is in kVA and not in kW.
4. What are the typical uses of auto transformer?
(i) To give small boost to a distribution cable to correct for the voltage drop.
(ii) As induction motor starters.
(iii) As furnace transformers
(iv) As interconnecting transformers
In control equipment for single phase and 3 phase elective locomotives.
5.When will a Bucholz relay operate in a transformer?
Bucholz rely is a protective device in a transformer.
If the temperature of the coil exceeds its limit, Bucholz relay operates and
gives an alarm.
6. Why are breathers used in transformers?
Breathers are used to entrap the atmospheric moisture and thereby not allowing it to
pass on to the transformer oil.
Also to permit the oil inside the tank to expand and contract as its temperature
increases and decreases.
7. What is the function of transformer oil in a transformer?
Nowadays instead of natural mineral oil, synthetic oils known as ASKRELS (trade
name) are used. They are Noninflammable; under an electric arc do not decompose to
produce inflammable gases. PYROCOLOR oil possesses high dielectric strength.
Hence it can be said that transformer oil provides,
good insulation and cooling.

8. An 1100/400 V, 50 Hz single phase transformer has 100 turns on the

secondary winding. Calculate the number of turns on its primary.
We know V1 / V2 = k = N2 / N1 Substituting 400/1100 = 100/N1 N1 = 100/400 x 1100
= 275 turns.
 9. What are the functions of no-load current in a transformer?
No-load current produces flux and supplies iron loss and copper loss on no-load.
10.What is meant by a transformer?
The transformer is a static piece of apparatus by means of which electrical power is
transformed from one alternating current circuit to another with desired change in voltage
and current. Without any change in the frequency. It works on the principle of mutual
induction .
11.What are the advantages of a transformer?
i) Less I2R loss in the transmission line
ii) Less voltage drop in the line
iii) Efficiency of the transmission line is increased
iv) Volume of the conductor required is less.
12.What are the properties of ideal transformer?
It has no loss
i) Its winding have zero resistance.
ii) Leakage flux is zero i.e 100% flux produced by primary links with the secondary
Permeability of core is so high that negligible current is required to establish the
fluesis it.
13.What are the important parts of a transformer?
Transformer consists of winding and magnetic core. The core is square or rectangle
shape. It consists of limb and yoke core is made up of lamination which is used to reduce eddy
current losses.
14Define voltage transformation ratio?
The ratio of secondary induced emf to primary induced emf is called as voltage regulation ratio
devoted by K.

15 Write the expression for equivalent resistance and reactance of transformer

referred to primary.
Equivalent resistance Ro1 = R1 + R21 = R1 + R2/K2
Equivalent reactance Xo1 = X1 + X11 = X1 + X2/K2
16. Define voltage regulations of a transformer.
The decrease in secondary terminal voltage expressed as a fraction of the no load
secondary terminal voltage is called voltage regulation of a transformer.
17. What are the losses occurring in a transformer?
i) Core losses
ii) Copper losses
18. What is meant by core or iron losses?
Core or iron losses are caused as the core gets subjected to an alternating flux.

PART B
1. Write a detailed note on electricity tariffs for domestic consumers
2. Show with the help of labeled diagrams the essential features of (i)
pipe (8) and (ii) plate earthing
3. Write a detailed note on Fuse and circuit breaker.
 UNIT-V-ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEM AND ITS APPLICATION

PART-A

1. Define Power Co-efficient.

The fraction of the free-flow wind power that can be ectracted by a rotor is a called
the power co-efficient. Thus
Power Coefficient = Power of wind rotor / Power available in the wind
Where, power available is calculated from the air density, rotor diameter and free
wind speed as discussed earlier. The maximum theoretical power coefficient is
equal to 16/27 or 0.593. This value cannot be exceeded by a rotor in free-flow
wind-stream.
2. What are the advantage o selecting sites with annual mean wind speeds
and building larger rather than smaller wind generator?
i . The power available in the wind increases as cube o the wind speed; doubling
the wind speed increases the power available by eight old and
ii. Doubling the diameter of the turbine’s rotor quadruples the swept area and
hence the power output from the device. (This law only applies to horizontal axis
machines, for vertical axis machines the changes in power output with diameter
will be determined by the geometry of the rotor).
3. Write the general Energy Equation for Steady State Flow.
The general energy for steady state flow for unit mass (for a control volume) is:

4. Write the energy flow equation interms of wind energy conversion.

Considering the incoming air between ‘i’ and ‘a’ as a thermodynamic system, and
assuming that the air density remains constant (since changes in pressure and
temperature are very small compared to ambient), that the potential energy is
zero, and no heat or work are added or removed between ‘i’ and ’a’, the general
energy equation reduces to the kinetic and low energy-terms. Thus,
5. Write down the condition for maximum power generation in wind
conversion system.
The condition for maximum power generation from wind conversion system is
given by,

6. Write down the expression or maximum power generated from

an ideal wind turbine with horizontal axis.

7. What are the different types o forces acting on propeller type wind
turbine.
There are two types of forces which are acting on the blades. They are
(1) Circumferential force acting in the direction of wheel rotation that provides
the torque, and
(2) Axial force acting in the wind stream that provides an axial thrust that must
be countered by proper mechanical design.
8. Write down the expression for Circumferential and Axial Thrust
Force.
9. What is the function of back-up in small producers?
For small producers, back-up can take the form of
(1) Battery storage
(2) Connection with the local electricity distribution systems, or
(3) A stand by generator powered by liquid or gaseous
fuels Drag force
10. What are the mechanisms for producing forces from wind?
There are two primary mechanism for producing forces from the winds. They are
i. Lift force, and
ii. Drag force
When life force
11. Define Airfoil
Lift forces are produced by changing the velocity of the air stream flowing over
either side of the lifting surface. Speeding up the air flow causes the pressure to
drop, while slowing the air stream down leads to increase in pressure.
This pressure difference produces a force that begins to act on the high pressure
side and moves towards the low pressure side of the lifting surface which is called
an airfoil.
12. Define Magnus Effect
Magnus Effect, caused by spinning a cylinder in an air stream at a high-speed of
rotation. The spinnings slows down the air speed on the side where the cylinder
is moving into wind and increases it on the other side; the result is similar to an
airfoil. This principle has been put to practical use in one or two cases but is not
generally employed.
13. Define Thwaits Slot
To blow air through narrow slots in a cylinder, so that it emerges tangentially;
this is known as a Thwaits Slot.
Thwaits Slots also creates a rotation (or circulation) of airflow, which in turn
generate lift. Because the lift drag ratio of airfoils is generally much better than
those of rotating or slotted cylinders, the latter techniques probably have little
practical potential.

14. Define Stalling .

When lift decreases and the drag increases quite substantially; this phenomenon
is known as Stalling. For efficient operation, a wind turbine blade needs to
function with as much lift and as little drag as possible because drag dissipates
PART B
1.What is ElectricalTariff ? Explain various types of tariffs with suitable
examples.
2.Explain Power Gweneration, transmission and Distribution by drawing a
single line diagram.
3.Discuss about SMPS , &UPS.
4.Discuss about Smart Grid.
5.Describe the construction and working of a lead acid battery. (13)
6.Describe the construction and working of a Li ion battery
7. Describe the construction and working of a lead acid battery.
8. Describe the construction and working of a NiCd battery. (13)