Module 1:

1. Explain the four stroke cycle, with neat diagram

2. Explain the different strokes for a four stroke SI engine, with suitable diagram
3. Explain four stroke engine on the basis of following actions:
a. Intake b. Compression c. Intake d. Exhaust
4. Compare and contrast S.I and D.I. engine.
5. Explain transmission system in automotive. What do you mean by MT, AT, CVT and
DCT
6. Explain automatic transmission system in detail.
7. Explain with the help of neat diagram
a. Chassis
b. Drive train
c. Suspension system
8. What are the requirements and functions of Clutch? List various types of Clutch.
9. Differentiate open loop and closed loop control systems.
10. Explain briefly the working of a spark plug with a neat diagram
11. Write short note on ‘Control Scheme for Vehicle braking’.
12. With neat diagram, explain the disk breaking system of an automobile
13. What is the need of wiring harness in modern day automotive system? Justify your
answer by drawing wiring circuit of a modern car lightning system.
14. Write short note on Remote keyless entry.
15. Explain the principle of electronic airbag system, with a neat block diagram.
16. Enlist the various comfort of safety related features incorporated in modern automotive
Systems.
17. Explain in detail how infotainment systems are useful in automotive systems.
18. Explain basic principle of Hybrid Engine.
19. Explain future trends in automotive embedded embedded systems with respect to hybrid
vehicles and electric vehicles.
20. Explain Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and its modes of operation

Module 2:
1. Discuss the effect of air/fuel ration on performance of an SI engine.
2. Explain emission control standard.
3. Briefly explain the air flow sensor, with neat circuit diagrams
4. With the aid of a neat sketch explain the construction and theory of operation of a typical
oxygen sensor used in vehicle.
5. With the aid of sketches explain the construction and working of MassAir Flow sensors
and Throttle position sensor used in vehicle.
6. Explain the structure, characteristics, and working principle of a MAP sensor.
7. What is EGO sensor? What are the desirable EGO characteristics? Explain its switching
characteristics.
 8. What is catalytic converter and explain the desired functions of a catalytic converters?
9. Explain how engine coolant temperature can be measured using the thermistor
10. Write a short note on optical crankshaft position sensor
11. What is Hall Effect? Explain a position sensor using principle of Hall Effect. Compare it
with magnetic reluctance position sensor.
12. Explain the working of a magnetic reluctance position sensor, with a neat diagram
13. Explain in detail Throttle plate angular positioning is done in automobile system.
14. A typical coolant sensor has a resistance of 100K ohm at 40ºC connected to a reference
voltage source of 3V through fixed resistance of 50K ohm. Calculate the sensor output.
15. An oxidizing catalytic converter has conversion efficiency of 98% at 300 ºC. If the mass
airflow rate of a gas into the converter is 6 kg/hr. calculate the exhaust airflow rate in
kg/hr (refer pg no 175 T1)
16. Explain selection criteria for using controller in automotive system.
ANS. Automotive grade processors viz. Renesas, Quorivva, Infineon.
17. Explain the selection criteria for processors of Automotive system. What is the use of
watch dog timer and interrupts in ECU.
18. Explain general structure of ECU in automotive
19. With the help of interfacing diagram and its ‘C’ program explain the temperature
controller using PIC.
20. With the help of interfacing diagram and its ‘C’ program explain RPM indication using
Timer / Counter of PIC.
21. Justify the use of sensors for following applications:
a) Anti-collision system b) Fuel – injection system c)Vehicle tyres d) Speedometer

Module 3:
1. Explain V-Model development cycle related to development of automotive product
development.
2. Explain control system approach in Automotive Electronics.
3. With the help of block diagram explain engine control management.
4. Briefly explain the electronic fuel control system, with a neat diagram
5. Explain the following engine performance terms:
a. Power b. BSFC c. Torque d. Volumetric efficiency
6. What do you mean by Ignition in IC engine? What are the components of an ignition
system and explain them in detail.
7. Explain the construction of battery used in Automotive system
8. Define following terms in context with batteries:
a. CCA Capacity (Cold Cranking Amperes) b. Ah rating.
9. Explain working principle of solenoid and how it is used in fuel injection system.
10. Explain how engine can be controlled using fuel maps/tables and Ignition maps/tables.
11. Explain the micro-controlled based Cruise Control, with a suitable diagram.
 12. Explain why antilock braking system (ABS) is needed, explain physical configuration of
ABS.
13. Why after braking steeriability is possible in ABS.
14. Briefly explain anti-collision warning system
15. Explain the concept of steering control system in detail

Module 4:
1. What are preliminary checks & adjustments in diagnostics?
2. What do you mean by diagnostic systems? Explain on board diagnostics. Explain various
safety norms and standards for Automotive System.
3. Explain any two conventional methods of engine diagnostics? What are the limitations?
4. Explain OFF board diagnostics system in automotive.
5. Explain GSM & GPRS.
6. What is Model-Based-Design? Explain with an example.
7. Explain requirement of MOST protocol in automotive with the help of any two
applications.
8. Explain CAN & Flex-ray automotive communications protocols in detail.
9. Compare MOST & LIN Protocol.
10. Explain the recent trends in Automotive buses such as OBDII and MOST.
11. Distinguish between CAN, LIN and Flex Ray buses.