Advance Thermodynamics Universities Past Papers
Advanced Thermodynamics Universities Past Papers
Q.1. Write short notes on any TWO of the following:
(a) Fuel system (b) Combustion (c) Dissociation ( d ) Supercharging ( 7,7)
Q.2 Define thermodynamics. Discuss briefly the scope, nature, and fields of applications of thermodynamics. ( 14 )
Q.3. Explain, briefly, the following terms used in thermodynamics: Thermodynamics System, Surroundings, Boundary and State variables. ( 14 )
Q.4. Describe the principle of a working of a 4 – stroke PETROL ENGINE with the help of neat diagrams. ( 14 )
Q.5. Discuss in brief the various strokes in the working of a DIESEL ENGINE with the help of neat diagrams. ( 14 )
Q.6. Explain the construction and function of a single stage reciprocating air compressor with the help of a neat diagram. ( 14 )
Q.7. A combustible mixture of carbon monoxide and air which is ( 10 ℅ ) rich is compressed to a pressure of (8.28 bar ) and a temperature of ( 282 o C ). The mixture is ignited and combustion occurs adiabatically at constant volume
. When the maximum temperature is attained analysis shows ( 0.22 kmol ) of ( CO )
present for (1 kmol ) of (CO ) supplied. Show that the maximum temperature reached is ( 2695 o C ). (14)
Q.8. Show that the thermal efficiency of the dual combustion cycle depends on the compression ratio and the o the relative amounts of heat supplied at constant volume and at constant pressure. (14 )