Measurements and Instruments

Important Questions

Unit-3

2 Marks

1. Mention the need for the calibration of meters.

2. State the function of synchroscope.
3. Draw the calibration circuit of wattmeter and write the formulae for error.
4. List the various coils available in dynamometer type power factor meter.

3 Marks

1. Brief the function of calibration of energy meter.

2. Write the advantages of Kelvin bridge over Wheatstone bridge.
3. Name the conditions for parallel operations of two alternators.
4. Draw the calibration circuit for voltmeter and ammeter.

5 Marks

1. With neat diagram, explain the working of megger.

2. Describe the working of power factor meter with neat diagram.
3. Illustrate the function of x-y recorder with neat sketch.
4. Explain the principle of operations of frequency meter.

Unit-4

2 Marks

1. Define electrical transducers.

2. What is the use of limit switch?
3. Differentiate sensor with transducer.
4. Name the types of strain gauge.

3 Marks

1. Write a note on thermistor.

2. What is Piezo-electric principle.
3. Brief the functioning of gas sensor.
4. Write the construction and merits of ultrasonic sensor.

5 Marks

1. Describe the working of LVDT with neat diagram.

2. Explain the working and types of proximity sensor.
3. What is thermocouple. Explain the working.
4. Explain the working of strain gauge.