Course Branch Subject Name with Code Semester Unit No.

Name

B.Tech CE CE 423 C HYDROPOWER ENGINEERING 7TH 3

Short questions:

1. What is load assessment?

2. What is the formula for estimating the electrical load on a turbine?
3. What are the four factors that affect the electrical load on a power system?
4. What is a load curve?
5. What is a load duration curve?
6. What is the hydro-thermal mix?
7. What are the key considerations in load assessment for power systems in India?
8. How does the integration of renewable energy sources affect load assessment in the
Indian context?
9. What are the challenges and opportunities in implementing demand response programs in
India?
10. Discuss the role of machine learning and artificial intelligence in enhancing load
assessment and forecasting in India.

Long questions:

1. What is the load factor for a power system that has an average load of 5 MW and a peak
load of 10 MW?
2. What is the plant factor for a power plant that generates 100 MWh of electricity in a month
and has a capacity of 20 MW?
3. Discuss the factors that affect tariffs.
4. Explain how the hydro-thermal mix is determined.
5. Describe the combined efficiency of hydro-thermal-nuclear power plants.
6. What are the challenges of integrating renewable energy sources into the power grid?
7. Explain the impact of load assessment on power system planning and operation in India.
8. Discuss the role of load assessment in ensuring grid stability and reliability in India.
9. Analyze the economic and environmental implications of load assessment practices in
India.
10. Propose strategies for improving load assessment accuracy and efficiency in the Indian
power sector.