INDIAN MARITIME UNIVERSITY

(A CENTRAL UNIVERSITY, GOVT. OF INDIA)

SEMESTER- IV, B.TECH. (MARINE ENGINEERING) – JUNE 2014 EXAMS

PRACTICAL MARINE AUTOMATION (T 1407)

(AY 2009-10 to 2012-13 batches only)

Time:- 3 Hrs Max Marks : 100
Date: 03.07.2014 Pass Marks : 50
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PART - A (3 X10 = 30 Marks)
Compulsory Questions

1. (a) What is mean by Automatic control system? Give one example.

(b) Explain the closed loop control system with diagram.
(c) Define offset, set value.
(d) Write the Advantages and drawback of ‘P’ controller.
(e) Define the proportional band?
(f) Write down the advantages of pneumatic relay.
(g) What is mean by correcting unit? Give the example with diagram.
(h) Why maintaining the viscosity of fuel oil?
(i) Write reason for using current to pressure converter and why selecting the
4 – 20 mA current loop.
(j) Write the short notes on UMS in onboard.

PART - B (5 X14 = 70 Marks)

Answer Any Five of the following

2. a) Draw the neat sketch and explain the boiler drum water level control using
P+ I controller with two elements. (10)

b) Write the advantages and drawback of Integral control. (4)

3. a) Explain the following terms with suitable diagram (8)

i. Distance velocity lag ii. Transfer lag

b) Explain the ratio control with suitable diagram. (6)

4. Draw in details and explain the diaphragm operated valve positioner
and piston actuator. (14)

5. a) Explain with neat sketches of electromagnetic floe meter. (7)

b) Sketch a purge or Bubbler system which could be used to measure the

level in tank. (7)

6. a) Explain with aid of sketches, the principle of operation of Nozzle –flapper

system. (7)

b) Explain with neat diagram of current to pressure converter. (7)

7. a) Draw the line diagram and explain the boiler combustion control system. (7)

b) Draw and explain the simple boiler feed water control system with p control. (7)

8. a) Draw and explain the the lubricating oil temperature control. (7)

b) Draw in neat sketch and explain the fuel oil viscosity control system. (7)

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