Session -1

1. Discuss briefly the historical development of automobiles.

2. List out the basic parts, systems and subsystems in an automobile.
3. Discuss the product development cycle in automotive industry.
4. Discuss the aerodynamics and body streamlining effect in automobiles.
5. Discuss the computer aided product development cycle in automotive industry.

Session -2
1. Discuss the broad classification of I.C. engines
2. Discuss the working principle of 4-stroke Spark Ignition (SI) engine (Petrol engine) with neat
sketches and P-V diagram.
3. Discuss the working principle of 4-stroke Diesel engine (Compression Ignition-CI) engine with
neat sketches and P-V diagram.
4. Differentiate between Spark Ignition (SI) engine (Petrol engine) and Compression ignition (CI)
engine (Diesel Engine) based on construction and working principle.
5. With a neat sketch mention the I.C engine nomenclature and terminologies.

Session -3
1. Explain the various injection methods used in Gasoline engines.
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3. Explain the working principle of electronically controlled CRDI fuel injection system with neat
diagram indicating all sensors and actuators.
4. Discuss the working principle of gasoline direction injection engine and mention its advantages.
5. Discuss the working principle of exhaust system with a neat layout diagram indicating all the
components.
6. Explain the construction and working principle of 3-way catalytic convertor with suitable sketch.
7. Discuss any five desirable properties of lubricants used in automotive engine system.
8. Discuss the working principle of water/liquid cooling system in an I.C engine with suitable
diagrams.
9. Discuss the working principle of thermostat controlled pump assisted cooling system of multi-
cylinder engine with sketch and highlight the desired properties of coolant used in automobiles
Session 5
1. Explain the working principle of starting system of an automobile.
2. Illustrate the working principle of battery coil ignition system used in automobiles.
3. Illustrate the working principle of typical electronic ignition system used in automobiles.

Session 7
1. Sketch the layout of conventional hydraulic braking system and explain its working principle.
2. Sketch the layout of power assisted braking system and explain its working principle.
3. Discuss the working principle of Antilock Braking System (ABS) used in passenger car with
sketches.

Session-9 and Session-10

1. Describe the effect of Toe-in, Toe-out and Camber adjustments on directional stability, tyre
wear and handling
2. Discuss the layout of front wheel drive and rear wheel drive used in automobiles with sketches.
3. Discuss the construction and working principle of multiplane clutch of an automobile.