2019 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2019

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Answer any seven of the following:

Q1.1

Why is ACSR conductor used in overhead transmission line?

Q1.2

Define skin effect.

Q1.3

Draw the single-line diagram of typical power system.

Q1.4

Define critical disruptive voltage.

Q1.5

The insulation resistance of a single-core cable is 160 $ M\Omega/km $. What is the insulation for 4 km length of cable in $ M\Omega $?

Q1.6

What do you mean by Ferranti effect?

Q1.7

What is self-GMD?

Q1.8

Explain string chart. Why is it used?

Q1.9

What is the need of transposition of transmission lines?

Q1.10

Differentiate between ring feeder system and radial distribution system.

Q.2 Solve this question :

Q2.1

Derive the expression of inductance of a 3-phase transposed transmission line. Also calculate the inductance of equilateral triangular and horizontal configuration.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

What are the different types of insulators in transmission system for overhead line? Explain them with suitable diagram.

Q3.2

A string of three insulators is connected across a 100 kV line. If the capacitance of each disc to earth is 0.1 of the capacitance of the insulator, calculate (i) the distribution of voltage on the insulator discs and (ii) the string efficiency.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

What is a sag in overhead lines? Deduce an approximate expression for sag in overhead lines when (i) supports are at equal levels and (ii) supports are at unequal levels.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Explain the term 'surge impedance loading' (SIL).

Q5.2

A surge of 20 kV magnitude travel along a lossless cable toward its junction with two identical lossless overhead transmission lines. The inductance and capacitance of the cable are 0.4 mH and 0.5 $ \mu F $ per km. The inductance and capacitance of the transmission line are 1.5 mH and 0.015 $ \mu F $ per km. Find the magnitude of the voltage at the junction due to surge.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Explain corona and its effects on performance of transmission line. How can it be reduced?

Q6.2

A 3-phase line has conductors 2 cm in diameter spaced equilaterally 1 m apart. If the dielectric strength of air is 30 kV (max) per cm, find the disruptive critical voltage for the line. Take, air density factor $ \delta = 0.952 $ and irregularity factor $ m_0 = 0.9 $.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

What are the different components of underground cable?

Q7.2

Why is grading required in underground cables? Explain different methods of cable grading.

Q.8 Solve this question :

Q8.1

What is neutral grounding? Describe different methods of neutral grounding and their advantages and disadvantages.

Q.9 Solve this question :

Q9.1

A transmission line conductor at a river crossing is supported from two towers at heights of 30 m and 90 m above water level. The horizontal distance between the towers is 270 m. If the tension in the conductor is 1800 kgf and the conductor weighs 1.0 kgf per metre, find the clearance between the conductor and the water at a point midway between the towers. Assume parabolic configuration.


2019 V4 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2019

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Answer any seven of the following:

Q1.1

Why is ACSR conductor used in overhead transmission line?

Q1.2

Define skin effect.

Q1.3

Draw the single-line diagram of typical power system.

Q1.4

Define critical disruptive voltage.

Q1.5

The insulation resistance of a single-core cable is 160 $ M\Omega/km $. What is the insulation for 4 km length of cable in $ M\Omega $?

Q1.6

What do you mean by Ferranti effect?

Q1.7

What is self-GMD?

Q1.8

Explain string chart. Why is it used?

Q1.9

What is the need of transposition of transmission lines?

Q1.10

Differentiate between ring feeder system and radial distribution system.

Q.2 Solve this question :

Q2.1

Derive the expression of inductance of a 3-phase transposed transmission line. Also calculate the inductance of equilateral triangular and horizontal configuration.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

What are the different types of insulators in transmission system for overhead line? Explain them with suitable diagram.

Q3.2

A string of three insulators is connected across a 100 kV line. If the capacitance of each disc to earth is 0.1 of the capacitance of the insulator, calculate (i) the distribution of voltage on the insulator discs and (ii) the string efficiency.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

What is a sag in overhead lines? Deduce an approximate expression for sag in overhead lines when (i) supports are at equal levels and (ii) supports are at unequal levels.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Explain the term 'surge impedance loading' (SIL).

Q5.2

A surge of 20 kV magnitude travel along a lossless cable toward its junction with two identical lossless overhead transmission lines. The inductance and capacitance of the cable are 0.4 mH and 0.5 $ \mu F $ per km. The inductance and capacitance of the transmission line are 1.5 mH and 0.015 $ \mu F $ per km. Find the magnitude of the voltage at the junction due to surge.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Explain corona and its effects on performance of transmission line. How can it be reduced?

Q6.2

A 3-phase line has conductors 2 cm in diameter spaced equilaterally 1 m apart. If the dielectric strength of air is 30 kV (max) per cm, find the disruptive critical voltage for the line. Take, air density factor $ \delta = 0.952 $ and irregularity factor $ m_0 = 0.9 $.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

What are the different components of underground cable?

Q7.2

Why is grading required in underground cables? Explain different methods of cable grading.

Q.8 Solve this question :

Q8.1

What is neutral grounding? Describe different methods of neutral grounding and their advantages and disadvantages.

Q.9 Solve this question :

Q9.1

A transmission line conductor at a river crossing is supported from two towers at heights of 30 m and 90 m above water level. The horizontal distance between the towers is 270 m. If the tension in the conductor is 1800 kgf and the conductor weighs 1.0 kgf per metre, find the clearance between the conductor and the water at a point midway between the towers. Assume parabolic configuration.


2018 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2018

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct option (any seven):

Q1.1

Which of the following distribution systems is preferred for good efficiency and high economy?

a)

Single-phase, 2-wire system

b)

2-phase, 3-wire system

c)

3-phase, 3-wire system

d)

3-phase, 4-wire system

Q1.2

The main drawback(s) of overhead system over underground system is/are

a)

underground system is more flexible than overhead system

b)

higher charging current

c)

surge problem

d)

high initial cost

Q1.3

The highest transmission voltage used in India is

a)

400 kV

b)

220 kV

c)

132 kV

d)

765 kV

Q1.4

The function of steel wire in an ACSR conductor is to

a)

compensate for skin effect

b)

take care of surges

c)

provide additional mechanical strength

d)

reduce inductance

Q1.5

Corona is accompanied by

a)

violet visible discharge in darkness

b)

hissing sound

c)

power loss

d)

All of the above

Q1.6

The conductor carries more current on the surface in comparison to its core. This phenomenon is called the

a)

skin effect

b)

corona

c)

Ferranti effect

d)

Lenz's effect

Q1.7

Ferranti effect happens in transmission line when the line is

a)

short and loaded

b)

long and loaded

c)

long and unloaded

d)

None of the above

Q1.8

A transmission line is distortionless if

a)

RG=LCRG = LC

b)

RC=GLRC = GL

c)

R/C=G/LR/C = G/L

d)

R=GR = G

Q1.9

The receiving-end voltage of a transmission line will be greater than the sending-end voltage if the load is

a)

greater than SIL (surge impedance loading)

b)

less than SIL

c)

equal to SIL

d)

None of the above

Q1.10

Capacitor grading of cable means

a)

use of dielectrics in different concentrations

b)

introduction of capacitances at various lengths of cable to counter the effect of inductance

c)

use of dielectric of different permittivities

d)

grading according to capacitance per km length of the cable

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Explain 3-phase, 4-wire system of distribution of electrical power.

Q2.2

A 2-wire feeder ABC has a load of 100 Ampere at unity p.f. at C and 65 Ampere at p.f. 0.8 lagging at B. The impedance AB is $ (0.06+j0.08)\Omega $ and that of BC is $ (0.04+j0.12)\Omega $. If the voltage at the far end C is to be maintained at 230 V, determine the voltage (i) at A and (ii) at B.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Derive an expression for the capacitance of a single-phase overhead transmission line.

Q3.2

Find out capacitance of a single-phase line 30 km long consisting of two parallel wires each 15 mm diameter and 1.5 m apart.

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

A single-phase line has an impedance of $ 5 \angle 60^{\circ} \Omega $. It is supplying a load of 120 A, 33 kV at 0.8 p.f. lagging. Calculate its regulation.

Q4.2

In a 3-phase, 4-wire system, the line voltage is 400 V and non-inductive loads of 10, 8 and 5 kW are connected between the three line conductors and the neutral. Calculate (i) the current in each line and (ii) the current in the neutral conductor.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

What are the sources of vibrations in a transmission line? Explain the methods used to damp out these vibrations.

Q5.2

Obtain an expression for the sag of a transmission line supported by towers of different heights at the ends.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Define regulation of a 3-phase a.c. transmission system and develop an expression for approximate voltage regulation.

Q6.2

Explain surge impedance loading with respect to an overhead transmission line.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

An overhead 3-phase transmission line delivers 5 MW at 22 kV at 0.8 lagging power factor. The resistance and reactance of each conductor are 4 $ \Omega $ and 6 $ \Omega $ respectively. Determine: (a) Sending-end voltage (b) Percentage regulation (c) Total line losses (d) Transmission efficiency.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

With the neat labelled diagram, show the various parts of a high-voltage single-core cable.

Q8.2

Explain briefly the following methods of grading of cables: (i) Capacitance grading (ii) Intersheath grading.

Q.9 Solve both questions :

Q9.1

A 132 kV transmission line has the following data: Weight of conductor = 680 kg/km, Length of span = 260 m, Ultimate strength = 3100 kg, Safety factor = 2. Calculate the height above ground at which the conductor should be supported. Ground clearance required is 10 m.

Q9.2

The three conductors of a 3-phase transmission line are arranged in a horizontal plane and are 3 m apart. The diameter of each conductor is 4 cm. Determine the inductance per km of each phase. Assume balanced load and R, Y, B phase sequence.


2018 V4 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2018

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct option (any seven):

Q1.1

Which of the following distribution systems is preferred for good efficiency and high economy?

a)

Single-phase, 2-wire system

b)

2-phase, 3-wire system

c)

3-phase, 3-wire system

d)

3-phase, 4-wire system

Q1.2

The main drawback(s) of overhead system over underground system is/are

a)

underground system is more flexible than overhead system

b)

higher charging current

c)

surge problem

d)

high initial cost

Q1.3

The highest transmission voltage used in India is

a)

400 kV

b)

220 kV

c)

132 kV

d)

765 kV

Q1.4

The function of steel wire in an ACSR conductor is to

a)

compensate for skin effect

b)

take care of surges

c)

provide additional mechanical strength

d)

reduce inductance

Q1.5

Corona is accompanied by

a)

violet visible discharge in darkness

b)

hissing sound

c)

power loss

d)

All of the above

Q1.6

The conductor carries more current on the surface in comparison to its core. This phenomenon is called the

a)

skin effect

b)

corona

c)

Ferranti effect

d)

Lenz's effect

Q1.7

Ferranti effect happens in transmission line when the line is

a)

short and loaded

b)

long and loaded

c)

long and unloaded

d)

None of the above

Q1.8

A transmission line is distortionless if

a)

RG=LCRG = LC

b)

RC=GLRC = GL

c)

R/C=G/LR/C = G/L

d)

R=GR = G

Q1.9

The receiving-end voltage of a transmission line will be greater than the sending-end voltage if the load is

a)

greater than SIL (surge impedance loading)

b)

less than SIL

c)

equal to SIL

d)

None of the above

Q1.10

Capacitor grading of cable means

a)

use of dielectrics in different concentrations

b)

introduction of capacitances at various lengths of cable to counter the effect of inductance

c)

use of dielectric of different permittivities

d)

grading according to capacitance per km length of the cable

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Explain 3-phase, 4-wire system of distribution of electrical power.

Q2.2

A 2-wire feeder ABC has a load of 100 Ampere at unity p.f. at C and 65 Ampere at p.f. 0.8 lagging at B. The impedance AB is $ (0.06+j0.08)\Omega $ and that of BC is $ (0.04+j0.12)\Omega $. If the voltage at the far end C is to be maintained at 230 V, determine the voltage (i) at A and (ii) at B.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Derive an expression for the capacitance of a single-phase overhead transmission line.

Q3.2

Find out capacitance of a single-phase line 30 km long consisting of two parallel wires each 15 mm diameter and 1.5 m apart.

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

A single-phase line has an impedance of $ 5 \angle 60^{\circ} \Omega $. It is supplying a load of 120 A, 33 kV at 0.8 p.f. lagging. Calculate its regulation.

Q4.2

In a 3-phase, 4-wire system, the line voltage is 400 V and non-inductive loads of 10, 8 and 5 kW are connected between the three line conductors and the neutral. Calculate (i) the current in each line and (ii) the current in the neutral conductor.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

What are the sources of vibrations in a transmission line? Explain the methods used to damp out these vibrations.

Q5.2

Obtain an expression for the sag of a transmission line supported by towers of different heights at the ends.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Define regulation of a 3-phase a.c. transmission system and develop an expression for approximate voltage regulation.

Q6.2

Explain surge impedance loading with respect to an overhead transmission line.

Q.7 Solve both questions :

Q7.1

An overhead 3-phase transmission line delivers 5 MW at 22 kV at 0.8 lagging power factor. The resistance and reactance of each conductor are 4 $ \Omega $ and 6 $ \Omega $ respectively. Determine: (a) Sending-end voltage (b) Percentage regulation (c) Total line losses (d) Transmission efficiency.

Q.8 Solve both questions :

Q8.1

With the neat labelled diagram, show the various parts of a high-voltage single-core cable.

Q8.2

Explain briefly the following methods of grading of cables: (i) Capacitance grading (ii) Intersheath grading.

Q.9 Solve both questions :

Q9.1

A 132 kV transmission line has the following data: Weight of conductor = 680 kg/km, Length of span = 260 m, Ultimate strength = 3100 kg, Safety factor = 2. Calculate the height above ground at which the conductor should be supported. Ground clearance required is 10 m.

Q9.2

The three conductors of a 3-phase transmission line are arranged in a horizontal plane and are 3 m apart. The diameter of each conductor is 4 cm. Determine the inductance per km of each phase. Assume balanced load and R, Y, B phase sequence.


2016 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2016

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose and write the correct option (any seven):

Q1.1

The angle of A, constant of the transmission line normally lies between

a)

907090^{\circ} - 70^{\circ}

b)

704070^{\circ} - 40^{\circ}

c)

401040^{\circ} - 10^{\circ}

d)

10010^{\circ} - 0^{\circ}

e)

None of the above

Q1.2

By increasing the transmission voltage to double of its original value, the same power can be despatched keeping the line loss

a)

equal to original value

b)

half the original value

c)

double the original value

d)

one-fourth of original value

Q1.3

Power transmission by cable is generally adopted for line lengths

a)

above 100 km

b)

up to 200 km

c)

less than 50 km

d)

less than 10 km

Q1.4

Reactive power is

a)

rate of energy transfer

b)

the product of r.m.s. volt and quadrature component of r.m.s. current

c)

the product of r.m.s. volt and r.m.s. current

d)

the product of r.m.s. volt and in phase component of r.m.s. current

Q1.5

In a long transmission line under no-load condition

a)

the receiving end voltage is less than the sending end voltage

b)

the sending end voltage is less than the receiving end voltage

c)

the sending end voltage is equal to the receiving end voltage

d)

None of the above

Q1.6

The presence of earth in case of overhead lines

a)

increases the capacitance

b)

increases the inductance

c)

decreases the capacitance

d)

decreases the inductance

Q1.7

The effect of bonding the cable is

a)

to increase the effective resistance and resistance

b)

to increase the effective resistance but reduce inductance

c)

to reduce the effective resistance and inductance

d)

to reduce the effective resistance but increase the inductance

Q1.8

Effect of increase in temperature in overhead line is to

a)

increase the stress and the length

b)

decrease the stress but increase in length

c)

decrease the stress and length

d)

Any of the above

Q1.9

The capacitance between any two conductors of a 3-core cable with sheath earthed is $ 3 \mu F $. The capacitance per phase will be

a)

1.5 μF\mu F

b)

6 μF\mu F

c)

1 μF\mu F

d)

None of the above

Q1.10

To obtain the minimum value of stress in cable R/r ratio should be

a)

2.13

b)

3.14

c)

2.718

d)

31.96

Q.2 Solve this question :

Q2.1

Compare the volume of copper required for the distributor cable in a low-voltage distribution network in a DC 3-wire system, with a 3-$\phi$, 4-wire system. Assume the same consumer voltage, same percentage loss, unity power factor and balanced load. The neutrals of half the X-section of corresponding outer.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Write a short note on 'choice of transmission voltage'.

Q3.2

A 2-core, 11 kV cable is to supply 1 MW at 0.8 p.f. lag for 3000 hours in a year. Capital cost of the cable is $ (20 + 400a) $ per meter, where a is the X-sectional area of core in $ cm^2 $. Interest and depreciation total 10% and cost per unit of energy is 15 P. If the length of cable is 1 km, calculate the most economical X-section of the conductor. The specific resistance of copper is 1.75 $ \mu\Omega-cm $.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

A 1-$\phi$ distributor, one km long has resistance and reactance 0.4 $ \Omega $ and 0.6 $ \Omega $ (go and return) respectively. At the far end, the voltage $ V_B = 240 $ V and the current is 100 A at a p.f. of 0.8 lag. At the mid-point B of the distributor current of 100 A is tapped at a power factor of 0.6 lag with reference to the voltage $ V_B $ at the mid-point. Calculate the supply voltage $ V_S $ for the distributor and the phase angle between supply end and receiving end.

Q.5 Solve this question :

Q5.1

Derive from first principles, the capacitance per km to neutral of a 3-$\phi$ overhead transmission line with unsymmetrical spacing of conductors assuming transposition.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Discuss the effect of wind and ice on sag.

Q6.2

What is a stringing chart? What is its utility?

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

Explain the physical significance of the generalized ABCD constants of a transmission line. State the units of these constants. Determine these constants for a medium transmission line with nominal-T configuration. Draw neatly corresponding vector diagram.

Q.8 Solve this question :

Q8.1

Explain in detail how the receiving end power circle diagram can be drawn. Obtain the condition for maximum power.

Q.9 Solve both questions :

Q9.1

Find expression for the capacitance of a cable per km length.

Q9.2

Write a short note on thermal resistance of cables.


2016 V4 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2016

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose and write the correct option (any seven):

Q1.1

The angle of A, constant of the transmission line normally lies between

a)

907090^{\circ} - 70^{\circ}

b)

704070^{\circ} - 40^{\circ}

c)

401040^{\circ} - 10^{\circ}

d)

10010^{\circ} - 0^{\circ}

e)

None of the above

Q1.2

By increasing the transmission voltage to double of its original value, the same power can be despatched keeping the line loss

a)

equal to original value

b)

half the original value

c)

double the original value

d)

one-fourth of original value

Q1.3

Power transmission by cable is generally adopted for line lengths

a)

above 100 km

b)

up to 200 km

c)

less than 50 km

d)

less than 10 km

Q1.4

Reactive power is

a)

rate of energy transfer

b)

the product of r.m.s. volt and quadrature component of r.m.s. current

c)

the product of r.m.s. volt and r.m.s. current

d)

the product of r.m.s. volt and in phase component of r.m.s. current

Q1.5

In a long transmission line under no-load condition

a)

the receiving end voltage is less than the sending end voltage

b)

the sending end voltage is less than the receiving end voltage

c)

the sending end voltage is equal to the receiving end voltage

d)

None of the above

Q1.6

The presence of earth in case of overhead lines

a)

increases the capacitance

b)

increases the inductance

c)

decreases the capacitance

d)

decreases the inductance

Q1.7

The effect of bonding the cable is

a)

to increase the effective resistance and resistance

b)

to increase the effective resistance but reduce inductance

c)

to reduce the effective resistance and inductance

d)

to reduce the effective resistance but increase the inductance

Q1.8

Effect of increase in temperature in overhead line is to

a)

increase the stress and the length

b)

decrease the stress but increase in length

c)

decrease the stress and length

d)

Any of the above

Q1.9

The capacitance between any two conductors of a 3-core cable with sheath earthed is $ 3 \mu F $. The capacitance per phase will be

a)

1.5 μF\mu F

b)

6 μF\mu F

c)

1 μF\mu F

d)

None of the above

Q1.10

To obtain the minimum value of stress in cable R/r ratio should be

a)

2.13

b)

3.14

c)

2.718

d)

31.96

Q.2 Solve this question :

Q2.1

Compare the volume of copper required for the distributor cable in a low-voltage distribution network in a DC 3-wire system, with a 3-$\phi$, 4-wire system. Assume the same consumer voltage, same percentage loss, unity power factor and balanced load. The neutrals of half the X-section of corresponding outer.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

Write a short note on 'choice of transmission voltage'.

Q3.2

A 2-core, 11 kV cable is to supply 1 MW at 0.8 p.f. lag for 3000 hours in a year. Capital cost of the cable is $ (20 + 400a) $ per meter, where a is the X-sectional area of core in $ cm^2 $. Interest and depreciation total 10% and cost per unit of energy is 15 P. If the length of cable is 1 km, calculate the most economical X-section of the conductor. The specific resistance of copper is 1.75 $ \mu\Omega-cm $.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

A 1-$\phi$ distributor, one km long has resistance and reactance 0.4 $ \Omega $ and 0.6 $ \Omega $ (go and return) respectively. At the far end, the voltage $ V_B = 240 $ V and the current is 100 A at a p.f. of 0.8 lag. At the mid-point B of the distributor current of 100 A is tapped at a power factor of 0.6 lag with reference to the voltage $ V_B $ at the mid-point. Calculate the supply voltage $ V_S $ for the distributor and the phase angle between supply end and receiving end.

Q.5 Solve this question :

Q5.1

Derive from first principles, the capacitance per km to neutral of a 3-$\phi$ overhead transmission line with unsymmetrical spacing of conductors assuming transposition.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Discuss the effect of wind and ice on sag.

Q6.2

What is a stringing chart? What is its utility?

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

Explain the physical significance of the generalized ABCD constants of a transmission line. State the units of these constants. Determine these constants for a medium transmission line with nominal-T configuration. Draw neatly corresponding vector diagram.

Q.8 Solve this question :

Q8.1

Explain in detail how the receiving end power circle diagram can be drawn. Obtain the condition for maximum power.

Q.9 Solve both questions :

Q9.1

Find expression for the capacitance of a cable per km length.

Q9.2

Write a short note on thermal resistance of cables.


2015 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2015

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • All questions carry equal marks.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct answer (any seven):

Q1.1

For a medium length transmission line, A is

a)

equal to B

b)

equal to C

c)

equal to D

d)

not equal to any of the above

Q1.2

To increase the transmission capability of a high-voltage longline

a)

the resistance can be increased

b)

the resistance can be decreased

c)

the series reactance can be reduced

d)

the shunt admittance can be reduced

Q1.3

The surge impedance of 50-mile long underground cable is 50 ohms. For a length of 25 miles the impedance will be

a)

26 ohms

b)

50 ohms

c)

100 ohms

d)

12.5 ohms

e)

None of the above

Q1.4

In a transmission system, the weight of copper used is proportional to

a)

E2E^2

b)

EE

c)

1/E21/E^2

d)

1/E1/E

e)

None of the above

Q1.5

Stringing chart is useful for

a)

finding the sag in the conductor

b)

the design of tower

c)

the design of insulator string

d)

finding the distance between towers

Q1.6

The regulation of a line at full-load 0.8 of lagging is 12%. The regulation at full-load 0.8 p.f. leading can be

a)

24%

b)

18%

c)

12%

d)

4%

Q1.7

The inductance of a line is minimum when

a)

GMD is high

b)

GMR is high

c)

Both GMD and GMR are high

d)

GMD is low and GMR is high

Q1.8

Which distribution system is more reliable?

a)

Ring main system

b)

Tree system

c)

Radial system

d)

All are equally reliable

Q1.9

In a 3-core cable, the capacitance between 2 conductors (with sheath earthed) is 3 $ \mu F $. The capacitance/phase is

a)

1.5 μF\mu F

b)

3 μF\mu F

c)

6 μF\mu F

d)

12 μF\mu F

Q1.10

For a transmission line with resistance R2, reactance X2 and negligible capacitance, the parameter A is

a)

0

b)

1

c)

R+jXR + jX

d)

(R2+X2)1/2(R^2 + X^2)^{1/2}

Q.2 Solve this question :

Q2.1

Describe the various systems of power transmission and compare the following as regard to the amount of copper used for the same distance, the same power transfer, the same maximum voltage to ground and the same power loss: (a) 3-phase, 3-wire AC (b) 3-wire DC (c) 1-phase, 2-wire AC.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

State Kelvin's law and explain why in practice the law is usually not strictly observed.

Q3.2

The following data relate to a 2-wire feeder: Current carried throughout the year = 220 A. The portion of the capital cost which is proportional to X-sectional area = 6 per kg of Cu conductor. Cost of energy = 6 P per kWh. Interest and depreciation charges = 10% PA. Density of copper = 8.93 $ g/cm^3 $. Specific resistance of copper = 1.8 $ \mu\Omega-cm $. Find the most economical X-section of the conductor.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

A 1.5 km long single-phase 2-wire feeder supplies the loads as under: 60 A at 0.8 p.f. (lagging), 600 m from the fed point. 40 A at 0.85 p.f. (lagging), 1200 m from the fed point. 50 A at 0.88 p.f. (lagging), 1500 m from the fed point. The resistance and reactance of the feeder per km length (go and return) are 0.1 $ \Omega $ and 0.2 $ \Omega $ respectively. If the voltage at the far end is to be maintained at 220 V, calculate the voltage of the sending end, and its phase angle with respect to the receiving end voltage.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Find the inductance per phase of 3-$\phi$ overhead transmission line using 2 cm diameter conductors when these are placed at the corners of equilateral triangle of sides 4 meters. Also do the derivation needful.

Q5.2

The three conductors of a 3-$\phi$ transmission line are arranged in a horizontal plane and are 4 meters apart. The diameter of each conductor is 2.5 cm. Determine the inductance per km of the each conductor (line to neutral). Assume balanced load and R, Y, B phase sequence. Determine the average inductance per phase for regularly transposed line.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Discuss the effect of wind and ice on sag.

Q6.2

The following data refers to a transmission line supported on level supports: Span length = 220 meters. Hard drawn copper conductor: X-sectional area = 120 $ mm^2 $, 37/2-11 mm; $ W_c = 1/2 $ kg/m. Ultimate tensile stress = 42.2 $ kg/mm^2 $. Factor of safety = 4. Wind pressure = 55 $ kg/m^2 $. Thickness of ice coating = 12 mm. Density of ice = 913 $ kg/m^3 $. Find the vertical sag.

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

A 50 Hz, 3-$\phi$, 100 km long transmission line has a total resistance of 35 $ \Omega $, series reactance of 140 $ \Omega $ and shunt admittance (line to neutral) $ 930 \times 10^{-6} $ mho. It delivers 40 MW at 220 kV at 0.9 p.f. lagging. Using nominal $ \pi $ method determine the following: (a) A, B, C, D constants (b) Sending end voltage (c) Sending end current (d) Sending end power factor (e) Voltage regulation (f) Transmission efficiency.

Q.8 Solve this question :

Q8.1

Derive the expressions for voltage and current distributions over a longline. Explain the significance of characteristic impedance loading in connection with the longlines. Deduce the above voltage and current relations in the hyperbolic form and obtain the element values of an equivalent to represent the longlines.

Q.9 Solve this question :

Q9.1

Explain briefly the following methods of grading of cables: (a) Capacitance grading (b) Intersheath grading.


2015 V4 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2015

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • All questions carry equal marks.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No. 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct answer (any seven):

Q1.1

For a medium length transmission line, A is

a)

equal to B

b)

equal to C

c)

equal to D

d)

not equal to any of the above

Q1.2

To increase the transmission capability of a high-voltage longline

a)

the resistance can be increased

b)

the resistance can be decreased

c)

the series reactance can be reduced

d)

the shunt admittance can be reduced

Q1.3

The surge impedance of 50-mile long underground cable is 50 ohms. For a length of 25 miles the impedance will be

a)

26 ohms

b)

50 ohms

c)

100 ohms

d)

12.5 ohms

e)

None of the above

Q1.4

In a transmission system, the weight of copper used is proportional to

a)

E2E^2

b)

EE

c)

1/E21/E^2

d)

1/E1/E

e)

None of the above

Q1.5

Stringing chart is useful for

a)

finding the sag in the conductor

b)

the design of tower

c)

the design of insulator string

d)

finding the distance between towers

Q1.6

The regulation of a line at full-load 0.8 of lagging is 12%. The regulation at full-load 0.8 p.f. leading can be

a)

24%

b)

18%

c)

12%

d)

4%

Q1.7

The inductance of a line is minimum when

a)

GMD is high

b)

GMR is high

c)

Both GMD and GMR are high

d)

GMD is low and GMR is high

Q1.8

Which distribution system is more reliable?

a)

Ring main system

b)

Tree system

c)

Radial system

d)

All are equally reliable

Q1.9

In a 3-core cable, the capacitance between 2 conductors (with sheath earthed) is 3 $ \mu F $. The capacitance/phase is

a)

1.5 μF\mu F

b)

3 μF\mu F

c)

6 μF\mu F

d)

12 μF\mu F

Q1.10

For a transmission line with resistance R2, reactance X2 and negligible capacitance, the parameter A is

a)

0

b)

1

c)

R+jXR + jX

d)

(R2+X2)1/2(R^2 + X^2)^{1/2}

Q.2 Solve this question :

Q2.1

Describe the various systems of power transmission and compare the following as regard to the amount of copper used for the same distance, the same power transfer, the same maximum voltage to ground and the same power loss: (a) 3-phase, 3-wire AC (b) 3-wire DC (c) 1-phase, 2-wire AC.

Q.3 Solve both questions :

Q3.1

State Kelvin's law and explain why in practice the law is usually not strictly observed.

Q3.2

The following data relate to a 2-wire feeder: Current carried throughout the year = 220 A. The portion of the capital cost which is proportional to X-sectional area = 6 per kg of Cu conductor. Cost of energy = 6 P per kWh. Interest and depreciation charges = 10% PA. Density of copper = 8.93 $ g/cm^3 $. Specific resistance of copper = 1.8 $ \mu\Omega-cm $. Find the most economical X-section of the conductor.

Q.4 Solve this question :

Q4.1

A 1.5 km long single-phase 2-wire feeder supplies the loads as under: 60 A at 0.8 p.f. (lagging), 600 m from the fed point. 40 A at 0.85 p.f. (lagging), 1200 m from the fed point. 50 A at 0.88 p.f. (lagging), 1500 m from the fed point. The resistance and reactance of the feeder per km length (go and return) are 0.1 $ \Omega $ and 0.2 $ \Omega $ respectively. If the voltage at the far end is to be maintained at 220 V, calculate the voltage of the sending end, and its phase angle with respect to the receiving end voltage.

Q.5 Solve both questions :

Q5.1

Find the inductance per phase of 3-$\phi$ overhead transmission line using 2 cm diameter conductors when these are placed at the corners of equilateral triangle of sides 4 meters. Also do the derivation needful.

Q5.2

The three conductors of a 3-$\phi$ transmission line are arranged in a horizontal plane and are 4 meters apart. The diameter of each conductor is 2.5 cm. Determine the inductance per km of the each conductor (line to neutral). Assume balanced load and R, Y, B phase sequence. Determine the average inductance per phase for regularly transposed line.

Q.6 Solve both questions :

Q6.1

Discuss the effect of wind and ice on sag.

Q6.2

The following data refers to a transmission line supported on level supports: Span length = 220 meters. Hard drawn copper conductor: X-sectional area = 120 $ mm^2 $, 37/2-11 mm; $ W_c = 1/2 $ kg/m. Ultimate tensile stress = 42.2 $ kg/mm^2 $. Factor of safety = 4. Wind pressure = 55 $ kg/m^2 $. Thickness of ice coating = 12 mm. Density of ice = 913 $ kg/m^3 $. Find the vertical sag.

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

A 50 Hz, 3-$\phi$, 100 km long transmission line has a total resistance of 35 $ \Omega $, series reactance of 140 $ \Omega $ and shunt admittance (line to neutral) $ 930 \times 10^{-6} $ mho. It delivers 40 MW at 220 kV at 0.9 p.f. lagging. Using nominal $ \pi $ method determine the following: (a) A, B, C, D constants (b) Sending end voltage (c) Sending end current (d) Sending end power factor (e) Voltage regulation (f) Transmission efficiency.

Q.8 Solve this question :

Q8.1

Derive the expressions for voltage and current distributions over a longline. Explain the significance of characteristic impedance loading in connection with the longlines. Deduce the above voltage and current relations in the hyperbolic form and obtain the element values of an equivalent to represent the longlines.

Q.9 Solve this question :

Q9.1

Explain briefly the following methods of grading of cables: (a) Capacitance grading (b) Intersheath grading.


2014 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2014

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct answer on any seven from the following:

Q1.1

The electric power can be transmitted by

a)

overhead system

b)

underground system

c)

either (i) or (ii)

d)

None of the above

Q1.2

In a transmission system, the weight of copper used is proportional to

a)

E2E^2

b)

EE

c)

1E2\frac{1}{E^2}

d)

1E\frac{1}{E}

Q1.3

ACSR conductors have

a)

all conductors made of aluminium

b)

outer conductors made of aluminium

c)

inner conductors made of aluminium

d)

no conductors made of aluminium

Q1.4

Stranded conductors usually have a central wire around which there are successive layers of 6, 12, 18, 24 wires. For n-layers, the total number of individual wires is

a)

3n(n+1)3n(n+1)

b)

2n(n+1)2n(n+1)

c)

3n(n+1)+13n(n+1)+1

d)

2n(n+1)+12n(n+1)+1

Q1.5

The inductance of two-wire power transmission line per km gets doubled when the

a)

distance between the wires is doubled

b)

distance between the wires is increased four-fold

c)

distance between the wires is increased as square of the original distance

d)

radius of the wire is doubled

Q1.6

120 km long transmission line is considered as a

a)

short line

b)

median line

c)

long line

d)

either (i) or (ii)

Q1.7

Percentage regulation of a transmission line is given by the expression

a)

VRVSVR×100\frac{V_R - V_S}{V_R} \times 100

b)

VRVSVS×100\frac{V_R - V_S}{V_S} \times 100

c)

VSVRVR×100\frac{V_S - V_R}{V_R} \times 100

d)

VSVRVS×100\frac{V_S - V_R}{V_S} \times 100

Q1.8

Sheaths are used in cables to

a)

provide proper insulation

b)

provide mechanical strength

c)

prevent ingress of moisture

d)

None of the above

Q1.9

The charging current drawn by the cable

a)

lags behind the voltage by 9090^{\circ}

b)

leads the voltage by 9090^{\circ}

c)

leads the voltage by 180180^{\circ}

d)

None of the above

Q1.10

Transmission line constants are

a)

resistance

b)

inductance

c)

capacitance

d)

All of the above

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Derive the Kelvin's law for most economical size of conductor.

Q2.2

The cost per km for each of the copper conductor of a section a sq. cm for a transmission line is $ Rs.(2800a + 1300) $. The load factor of the load current is 80% and the load factor for the losses is 65%. The rate of interest and depreciation is 10% and the cost of energy is 5 paisa per kW-h. Find the most economical current density for the transmission line by the use of Kelvin's law. Given $ \rho = 1.78 \times 10^{-8} \Omega-m $.

Q.3 Solve this question :

Q3.1

The following data refers to a 50 Hz, 1-$\phi$ transmission line: Length = 20 km. Load delivered at receiving end 5 MW at 118. Resistance of each conductor = 0.02 $ \Omega/km $. Inductance of conductor = 0.65 mH/km. The voltage at the receiving end is required to be kept at 10 kV. Find (a) sending end voltage and voltage regulation of the line; (b) the value of capacitors to be placed parallel with the load such that regulation is reduced to 50% of the obtained in (a). Compare the transmission efficiencies in parts (a) and (b).

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

Prove that the vol. gradient at surface of conductor in the cable will be minimum when $ \frac{R}{r} = e $ where r is the radius of conductor and R is the inner radius of sheath.

Q4.2

Enumerate the different types of losses in a cable. Also, derive the expression for dielectric loss.

Q.5 Solve this question :

Q5.1

A single-core lead covered cable is to be designed for 66 kV to earth. Its conductor radius is 0.5 cm and its three insulating materials A, B and C have relative permittivities 4, 2.5 and 4 with maximum permissible stresses of 50, 30 and 40 kV/cm respectively. Determine the minimum internal diameter of lead sheath. Discuss the arrangement of insulating materials.

Q.6 Solve this question :

Q6.1

Derive the expression for tension and sag in conductors if supports of equal height are used.

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

A transmission line conductor consists of hard drawn copper conductor 120 $ mm^2 $ cross-section, the conductor used is 37/2 mm having weight of 1118 kg/km and has a span of 200 meters. The supporting structures being level. The conductor has an ultimate tensile stress of 122 $ kg/mm^2 $ and allowable tension is not to exceed 1/4th of ultimate strength. Find (a) sag in still air, (b) sag with wind pressure of 60 $ kg/m^2 $, (c) sag with the wind pressure in part b and an ice coating of 10 mm. Also, find the vertical sag under this condition. Assume density of ice as 0.915 gm/cc.

Q.8 Solve this question :

Q8.1

Determine the inductance of the double circuit line shown in figure below. The self GMD of the conductor is 0.0069 meter.

Question Diagram

Q.9 Solve this question :

Q9.1

Prove that the capacitance of a 3-$\phi$ unsymmetrically spaced transposed transmission line is given by $ c = \frac{2\pi\epsilon_0}{\ln \frac{\sqrt[3]{abc}}{r}} $ F/meter where a, b, c are the spacing between the conductors of different phases and r is radius of conductor.


2014 V4 031404

B.Tech. 4th Semester Examination, 2014

Time 03 Hours
Full Marks 70
Instructions:
  • The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  • There are NINE questions in this paper.
  • Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  • Question No 1 is compulsory.

Q.1 Choose the correct answer on any seven from the following:

Q1.1

The electric power can be transmitted by

a)

overhead system

b)

underground system

c)

either (i) or (ii)

d)

None of the above

Q1.2

In a transmission system, the weight of copper used is proportional to

a)

E2E^2

b)

EE

c)

1E2\frac{1}{E^2}

d)

1E\frac{1}{E}

Q1.3

ACSR conductors have

a)

all conductors made of aluminium

b)

outer conductors made of aluminium

c)

inner conductors made of aluminium

d)

no conductors made of aluminium

Q1.4

Stranded conductors usually have a central wire around which there are successive layers of 6, 12, 18, 24 wires. For n-layers, the total number of individual wires is

a)

3n(n+1)3n(n+1)

b)

2n(n+1)2n(n+1)

c)

3n(n+1)+13n(n+1)+1

d)

2n(n+1)+12n(n+1)+1

Q1.5

The inductance of two-wire power transmission line per km gets doubled when the

a)

distance between the wires is doubled

b)

distance between the wires is increased four-fold

c)

distance between the wires is increased as square of the original distance

d)

radius of the wire is doubled

Q1.6

120 km long transmission line is considered as a

a)

short line

b)

median line

c)

long line

d)

either (i) or (ii)

Q1.7

Percentage regulation of a transmission line is given by the expression

a)

VRVSVR×100\frac{V_R - V_S}{V_R} \times 100

b)

VRVSVS×100\frac{V_R - V_S}{V_S} \times 100

c)

VSVRVR×100\frac{V_S - V_R}{V_R} \times 100

d)

VSVRVS×100\frac{V_S - V_R}{V_S} \times 100

Q1.8

Sheaths are used in cables to

a)

provide proper insulation

b)

provide mechanical strength

c)

prevent ingress of moisture

d)

None of the above

Q1.9

The charging current drawn by the cable

a)

lags behind the voltage by 9090^{\circ}

b)

leads the voltage by 9090^{\circ}

c)

leads the voltage by 180180^{\circ}

d)

None of the above

Q1.10

Transmission line constants are

a)

resistance

b)

inductance

c)

capacitance

d)

All of the above

Q.2 Solve both questions :

Q2.1

Derive the Kelvin's law for most economical size of conductor.

Q2.2

The cost per km for each of the copper conductor of a section a sq. cm for a transmission line is $ Rs.(2800a + 1300) $. The load factor of the load current is 80% and the load factor for the losses is 65%. The rate of interest and depreciation is 10% and the cost of energy is 5 paisa per kW-h. Find the most economical current density for the transmission line by the use of Kelvin's law. Given $ \rho = 1.78 \times 10^{-8} \Omega-m $.

Q.3 Solve this question :

Q3.1

The following data refers to a 50 Hz, 1-$\phi$ transmission line: Length = 20 km. Load delivered at receiving end 5 MW at 118. Resistance of each conductor = 0.02 $ \Omega/km $. Inductance of conductor = 0.65 mH/km. The voltage at the receiving end is required to be kept at 10 kV. Find (a) sending end voltage and voltage regulation of the line; (b) the value of capacitors to be placed parallel with the load such that regulation is reduced to 50% of the obtained in (a). Compare the transmission efficiencies in parts (a) and (b).

Q.4 Solve both questions :

Q4.1

Prove that the vol. gradient at surface of conductor in the cable will be minimum when $ \frac{R}{r} = e $ where r is the radius of conductor and R is the inner radius of sheath.

Q4.2

Enumerate the different types of losses in a cable. Also, derive the expression for dielectric loss.

Q.5 Solve this question :

Q5.1

A single-core lead covered cable is to be designed for 66 kV to earth. Its conductor radius is 0.5 cm and its three insulating materials A, B and C have relative permittivities 4, 2.5 and 4 with maximum permissible stresses of 50, 30 and 40 kV/cm respectively. Determine the minimum internal diameter of lead sheath. Discuss the arrangement of insulating materials.

Q.6 Solve this question :

Q6.1

Derive the expression for tension and sag in conductors if supports of equal height are used.

Q.7 Solve this question :

Q7.1

A transmission line conductor consists of hard drawn copper conductor 120 $ mm^2 $ cross-section, the conductor used is 37/2 mm having weight of 1118 kg/km and has a span of 200 meters. The supporting structures being level. The conductor has an ultimate tensile stress of 122 $ kg/mm^2 $ and allowable tension is not to exceed 1/4th of ultimate strength. Find (a) sag in still air, (b) sag with wind pressure of 60 $ kg/m^2 $, (c) sag with the wind pressure in part b and an ice coating of 10 mm. Also, find the vertical sag under this condition. Assume density of ice as 0.915 gm/cc.

Q.8 Solve this question :

Q8.1

Determine the inductance of the double circuit line shown in figure below. The self GMD of the conductor is 0.0069 meter.

Question Diagram

Q.9 Solve this question :

Q9.1

Prove that the capacitance of a 3-$\phi$ unsymmetrically spaced transposed transmission line is given by $ c = \frac{2\pi\epsilon_0}{\ln \frac{\sqrt[3]{abc}}{r}} $ F/meter where a, b, c are the spacing between the conductors of different phases and r is radius of conductor.


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