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Mid-Term Examination
RE-APPEAR (new scheme)
February, 2019
IV Semester [B. Tech.] EEE Subject: Power System-1

Paper Code: ETEE206 Time :𝟏𝟏𝟐 Hr.

Maximum Marks: 30
Note: 1. Attempt three questions in total.
2. Q. No. 1 is compulsory. Attempt any two more questions from the remaining.

Q-1 (a) Why there is the need of single line diagram in power system? (2)

(b) What are the methods of equalizing the potential in a string of insulators? (2)

(c) Define surge impedance of a long transmission line? (2)

(d) Define sag in the Overhead lines in a power system. (2)

(e) What is the effect of wind and ice loading on the sag of OH conductors in a
transmission line? (2)

Q-2(a) What is string efficiency of a string of insulators? Derive its formula. (5)

(b) A suspension type insulator is having three units and the value of pin-to-earth
capacitance is C. If the capacitance of top unit is 5C, find the capacitances of each unit to
make the string efficiency 100%. (5)

Q-3 (a) What is Ferranti Effect in long transmission lines? Explain. (5)

(b) What are the methods of reducing corona? (5)

Q-4 (a) Derive the ABCD parameters of a short transmission line in terms of series
impedance and shunt admittance of the line. (5)

(b) Explain the various types of insulators used in overhead transmission system. (5)

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