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UNIT 1
TWO MARKS QUESTIONS

1. What is gross error? List out different types of gross errors.

2. What is the use of standard test signals?
3. What is systematic error? List out different types of systematic errors.
4. Define average deviation and standard deviation.
5. List out the static characteristics in a measurement system.
6. Mention the statistical methods used in analysis of random errors.
7. Define accuracy, precision and resolution.
8. Explain even and odd signals with help of examples.
9. Define fidelity, guarantee errors and relative limiting error.
10. Define periodic and non-periodic signals.
11. List out the errors in measurement.
12. Define linearity and resolution.

TEN MARKS QUESTIONS

1. What are sources of errors? Explain dynamic characteristics of instrument.

2. What are different types of errors? Explain the use of pulse modulation and pulse
code modulation in instrumentation.
3. Explain various types of static characteristics with suitable examples.
4. What are standard test signals? Explain their importance in instrumentation with
neat diagrams.
5. Derive an expression to obtain the output equation of the second order system for
under damped system when the step input is applied.
6. (a) Discuss about the errors in measurement system.
(b) List out the standard test signals and represent them in terms of time domain
and frequency domain.
7. (a) Discuss gross and systematic errors in measurement.
(b) Explain the PCM transmission and reception with block diagrams.
8. (a) Give the statistical analysis of random errors.
(b) What is the purpose of sample and hold circuit? Explain pulse modulation.

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UNIT 2
TWO MARKS QUESTIONS

1. What isTime Division Multiplexing (TDM)?

2. List out the components of analog DAS.
3. What is frequency division multiplexing (FDM)?
4. What is the difference between pulse modulation and frequency modulation?
5. Draw the block diagram of DAS.
6. Write any two applications of frequency modulation.
7. State the advantages of FM over AM.
8. Compare time division multiplexing and frequency division multiplexing.
9. How many side bands does FM have? Compare it with that of AM.
10. What are the advantages of angle modulation and also list its disadvantages?
11. Write the differences between phase modulation and frequency modulation.
12. Mention the applications of multiplexing.

TEN MARKS QUESTIONS

1. What are different modulation techniques used in instrumentation? Explain with
neat sketches.
2. Explain the different types of multiplexing systems with suitable diagrams and
sketches.
3. Explain about analog DAS and digital DAS with neat diagrams and sketches.
4. What are different types of data transmission systems used? Explain in detail.
5. Describe the principle and working of pulse code modulation (PCM) with neat
wave forms.
6. Draw the block diagram of frequency division multiplexing and explain each
block in it.
7. (a) Derive an expression for the FM wave.
(b) Describe the operation of time division multiplexing.
8. (a) Describe the operation of frequency division multiplexing.
(b) With a block diagram, explain modern digital DAS.

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UNIT 3
TWO MARKS QUESTIONS
1. What is the difference between wave analyzer and harmonic distortion analyzer?
2. Specify the advantages of DVM over analog voltmeters.
3. List out applications of spectrum analyzers.
4. Define sensitivity of digital meter.
5. Define Q of a coil.
6. Draw the block diagram of heterodyne wave analyzer.
7. What are the requirements of a signal generator?
8. What do you mean by heterodyne principle?
9. What are the drawbacks of tuned circuit analyzers?
10. What is the principle of ramp type DVM?
11. Write the principle of frequency selective analyzer.
12. Draw the block diagram of successive approximation DVM.

TEN MARKS QUESTIONS

1. What is special significance of frequency selective wave analyzer? Explain its

operation with neat diagrams.
2. Explain the operation of integrating type digital voltmeter with neat sketch and
example.
3. What is spectrum analyzer? Explain various types of spectrum analyzers with neat
sketches.
4. Explain with neat diagram, the working of digital frequency meter.
5. Draw the block diagram of vector impedance meter and explain each block in it.
6. (a) Write the principle and working of spectrum analyzer.
(b) Write the applications of wave analyzers.
7. (a) With the help of neat block diagram, describe the operation of a wave
analyzer.
(b) Explain how the Q-meter can be used for the measurement of Q-factor.
8. (a) Explain with a neat sketch, the working principal of a spectrum analyzer.
(b) Explain the operation of a digital tachometer.

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UNIT 4
TWO MARKS QUESTIONS
1. Distinguish between bonded and unbonded strain gauges.
2. Name different types of photo-electric transducers.
3. What are the differences between thermocouples and thermistors?
4. Mention the applications of capacitive transducers.
5. Define gauge factor.
6. Classify the transducers.
7. State different elements used as a sensor in RTD.
8. What is the principle of photo voltaic cell?
9. Differentiate between active and passive transducers.
10. Define gauge factor and give an expression for the same.
11. List the characteristics to be considered while selecting a transducer.
12. Write the principle of thermistor.

TEN MARKS QUESTIONS

1. What is resistive transducer? Explain different types of resistive transducers with
suitable sketches.
2. List out different types of photo – electric transducers. Explain each of them with
suitable diagrams.
3. What is inductive transducer? Explain different types of inductive transducers
with neat sketches.
4. What is synchro? Explain the operation of different synchros with suitable
examples.
5. Explain the principle and working of LVDT transducer.
6. Explain the principle and working of piezoelectric transducers.
7. (a) Explain the operation of variable reluctance type of inductive transducer.
(b) Give the salient features of photo diode.
8. (a) List the advantages of electrical transducers.
(b) With a neat figure, explain the working of a piezoelectric transducers.

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UNIT 5
TWO MARKS QUESTIONS

1. List out different types of flow meters.

2. Explain the Seebeck effect.
3. Write equivalent circuit of piezoelectric crystal.
4. Define pyrometers.
5. Mention the sensors used for measurement of temperature.
6. Define gauge sensitivity.
7. What are the functions of a transducer?
8. List the applications of temperature transducers.
9. Define piezoelectric effect.
10. How are strain gauge used for pressure measurement?
11. Define absolute pressure and differential pressure.
12. Write the principle of ultra sonic flow sensor.

TEN MARKS QUESTIONS

1. What are different types of pressure transducers? Explain them with neat sketches.
2. Explain different types of temperature measuring transducers with suitable
diagrams.
3. List out various flow transducers and explain the operation with suitable sketches.
4. Compare different types of temperature measuring transducers and write its
applications.
5. Describe the working of seismic sensor for measurement of angular velocity.
6. (a) Write short notes on pressure sensors.
(b) Write the principle and working of thermocouples.

7. (a) Write a short note on pressure transducers.

(b) Explain semiconductor temperature sensor and IC type sensor.
8. (a) Explain how torque is measured.
(b) With a neat figure, explain how level of liquid is measured.

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