Reg. No.

Question Paper Code : 97785

M.E. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2010 Elective Computer Aided Design

(Common to M.E. CAD/CAM, M.E. Computer Aided Design and M.E. Engineering Design) (Regulation 2009) Time : Three hours Answer ALL questions PART A (10 2 = 20 Marks) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. What is the function of pump? Distinguish between single acting and double acting actuators. Draw symbols of the following (a) check valve (b) flow control valves. Name any four pressure control valves used in hydraulics systems. Give the applications of synchronizing circuits.

How are the accumulators used in Hydraulics circuits?

Distinguish between hydraulic and pneumatic systems. What is meant by FRL in pneumatics?

Write down the advantage of hydro pneumatic circuits. Name some common fault occur in pneumatic systems. PART B (5 16 = 80 Marks)

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(a)

(i)

What is the different between a variable displacement pump and fixed displacement pump? When do the users prefer a variable displacement pump and fixed displacement pump. (6) Where telescopic cylinder is preferred? Explain the working of telescopic cylinder with neat sketch. (10) Or

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(ii) (b) (i) (ii)

List all the properties that a good hydraulic fluid should possess. (6)

Why is cushioning needed in a hydraulic cylinder? Explain with a neat sketch, the principle of operation of a fixed cushioned cylinder. (10)

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ED 9264 DESIGN OF HYDRAULICS AND PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS

Maximum : 100 Marks

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12.

(a)

Draw the neat sketch of a compound relief valve and discuss its operation. What is its use?

(b)

With an example, describe the working principle of counter balance valve. What is its application?

13.

(a)

Construct a hydraulic circuit for earth mover and explain its working principle. Or

(b)

List and explain all the steps required for designing a hydraulic power unit. Draw a circuit using step counter method for the following sequence A + B + B A Where A and B stands for cylinders, (+) indicates extension and () indicates retraction of cylinders.

14.

(a)

(b)

(i)

Distinguish between control air and signal air with the help of a circuit. (10) Draw a pneumatic circuit to show the application of an AND valve. (6)

(ii)

15.

(a)

Enlist important problems and remedial measures in a pneumatic system. Or

(b)

Briefly explain the following : (i) (ii)

Selection of pneumatic equipments. Use of microprocessors for sequencing.

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