RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES PREVIOUS QUSETION PAPERS

1. Derive the expression for the maximum power generated in the wind turbine. What is Betz Limit? (Jntu Dec

2009 Set-1)
2. Explain horizontal axis configurations of wind turbines with neat sketches. (Jntu Dec 2009 Set-2)

3.

Explain the solar energy spectrum. (Jntu May 2009 Set-2)

4. Explain: i) Solar cooling technique. ii) Solar desalination

(Jntu Dec 2009 Set-3)

5. What are the factors responsible for distribution of wind energy on the surface of the earth ? (Jntu May 2009

Set-4)
6. Write short notes about solar ponds and solar water heating systems. (Jntu Dec 2010 Set-1) 7. Derive an expression for energy available in the wind. (Jntu May 2010 Set-2) 8. Sketch and explain vertical axis wind turbine. (Jntu Dec 2010 Set-3) 9. Explain the following: i) Solar distillation ii) Photovoltaic cells

(Jntu May 2010 Set-4)

10. What factors led to the accelerated developments of wind power.

(Jntu May 2009 Set-1)

11. What are the main advantages and disadvantages of sensible heat storage with water as storage media? Compare them that of solid media storage. (Jntu Dec 2010 Set-2) 12. What are the main advantages and disadvantages of a solar furnace? (Jntu Dec 2011 Set-1) 13. Describe the main applications of wind energy. (Jntu Dec 2012 Set-2) 14. What are the most favorable sites for installing of wind turbines? (Jntu Dec 2012 Set-3) 15. Discuss the merits and demerits of Horizontal and Vertical windmills. (Jntu May 2012 Set-4)