Question Bank BTM 704-Automotive Engineering

AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING
Course Code: BTM 704 Credit Units: 03

Course Objective:
This course emphasizes on constructional details of automotive vehicles which includes – Basic
structure, engine, transmission systems, suspension systems, steering system, braking systems and
wheels & tyres..

Course Contents:

Module I
Introduction, Components of an automobile, basic engine terminology, engine cycles, working of
an IC engine. Basic engine design considerations, constructional details of C.I. and S.I. engines.
crank shafts, connecting rod, piston, values, cams, manifolds, air cleaners, mufflers, radiators, and
oil filters.

Module II: Transmission System

Description and working of manually operated gearboxes like sliding mesh, constant mesh,
synchromesh and epicycle; hydraulic torque convertor and its construction working and
performance, sem-automatic and fully automatic transmission, Hydramatic transmission, analysis
of differentials, live axles, construction working and requirements of overdrive.

Module III: Steering System

Introduction, Front axle, wheel alignment, Steering geometry, steering mechanisms, Ackerman
steering, center point steering, power steering.

Module IV: Suspension

Objective, requirement, function, types Shock absorbers, Independent suspension, Stabilizer, air
suspension, Hydroelastic suspension, Hydragas interconnected suspension.

Module V
Principle, braking requirements, brake efficiency, fading of brakes, types of brakes, bleeding of
brakes, brake fluid.

Examination Scheme:

Components A CT S/V/Q HA EE
Weightage (%) 5 10 8 7 70
CT: Class Test, HA: Home Assignment, S/V/Q: Seminar/Viva/Quiz, EE: End Semester
Examination; Att: Attendance

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Text & References:

Text:
• Kirpal Singh, “Automobile Engg.”, Vol. I & II, Standard Publishers, 2004
• N.K. Giri, “Automotive Mechanics”, Khanna Publishers
• Narang G.B.S., “Automobile Engg.”, Khanna Publishers
• Srinivasan, “Automotive Engines”, Tata McGraw Hill
• K.K. Jain & R.B. Asthana, “Automobile Engineering”, Tata McGraw Hill

References:
• James D. Halderman and Chase D. Mitchell Jr., Automotive Engines- Theory and Servicing,
Pearson Education, 2007
• Joseph Haitner, “Automotive Mechanics”, C.B.S. Publications

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Module I

Section A (6 Marks)

1. What is the main difference between internal combustion engine and external combustion
engine?
2. What are the components of a chessis?
3. How will you differentiate between two stroke engine and four stroke engine?
4. Explain the significance of governor in automobiles?
5. What is SAE? Mention the importance of SAE to the automobile domain.
6. What is DTSI? Why this technology is used in motor bikes?
7. Why does a compression engine use high –octane fuel?
8. What is the use of hydrogen and natural gas in automobile?
9. Define automobile engineering. Classify the vehicles on the basis of different aspects.
10. State any four functions of lubrication.
11. List characteristics of a good chassis. Also write requirement of good frame.
12. What are the functions of a cooling system?
13. List five inventors name, time line, invention, who contributed for development of
Automobile.

Section B (10 Marks)

1. How do you classify automobiles? Explain in detail giving examples.

2. Give example of Indian manufacturer of two wheelers, three wheelers and four wheelers.
3. What is the main difference between internal combustion engine and external combustion
engine?
4. What is the need of differential in the automobile?
5. What are the various components of automobile? Describe the functions of various
components of automobile
6. State purpose of providing radiator in cooling systems. What is a pressure cap in the
radiator?
7. Explain the construction of various frames used in automobiles with neat

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sketch.
8. What is the material used for construction of piston and piston ring.
9. Differentiate between Coupe and Sedan car body types.
10. Draw the layout of an automobile and indicate the various components.

Section C (20 Marks)

1. Draw the layout of the chassis construction. Make a list of various components mounted
on the chassis. Describe all of them in details.
2. How do you classify automobiles? Explain in detail giving examples.
3. List the engine parts with their functions, materials and method of its manufacture with
neat sketch.
4. What is the need of clutch in the automobile? What are the different functions of the clutch?
Explain with neat sketches.
5. Explain front engine rear wheel drive‘s salient features, advantage and disadvantages
6. Explain briefly the construction of an automobile with a neat sketch layout.
7. Explain the following terms
(a) Load distribution in frames
(b) Frame types with neat sketch
(c) Frame materials
(d) Frame testing

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Module II

Section A (6 Marks)

1. What is the function of a differential in an automobile?

2. Explain clearly the necessary of a transmission in a vehicle.
3. State the need of differential mechanism in an automobile.
4. What is the use of pressure plate in clutch?
5. Differentiate between a live and dead axle.
6. Why are two compression rings used?
7. State the merits and demerits of constant mesh type gear box.
8. What are the reasons for using universal joint?
9. State the functions of automobile transmission system.
10. How power transmitted from engine to wheels?
11. What is the use of pressure plate in clutch?
12. How torque converter gearbox differs from fluid flywheel?

Section B (10 Marks)

1. What is the need of clutch in the automobile? What are the different functions of the clutch?
Explain with neat sketches.
2. Describe the following briefly:
a. a. Sliding mesh type of gear box b. Constant mesh gear box c. Synchromesh gear
box
3. Why is the gear box necessary in an automobile? Explain clearly.
4. Explain the necessity of a differential in an automobile. Discuss in detail the construction
and operation of the differential.
5. What are the functions of universal joint? List out the functions of a propeller shaft.
6. State the phenomenon of torque multiplication.
7. Describe the construction and working of an overdrive with a neat sketch.

Section C (20 Marks)

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1. Explain with suitable sketches the operational features of sliding mesh gearbox.
2. Explain the construction and working principles of a typical automobile gear box.
3. What is clutch? Explain the operation of centrifugal clutch. (8) ii) Explain the working
principle and application of a freewheel drive in a transmission system.
4. What are the effects of wheel bearing layout on axle loading? (8) ii) What do you mean by
double reduction axle? Explain in detail.
5. What are the features of a good quality clutch? Explain the working of multi 3 plate clutch
with a neat sketch.
6. Describe the working of a synchromesh gear box with the help of sketch. Why is a
synchronizer ring sometimes used in these gear boxes? What are its merits and demerits
compared to the sliding mesh or constant mesh types?

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Module III

Section A (6 Marks)
1. What is the function of steering system in a motor vehicle?
2. What do you understand by the terms oversteering and understeering.
3. What is the steering gear ratio? Why is it necessary?
4. What do you understand by the terms oversteering and understeering.
5. Define overall steering ratio.
6. What is meant by centre point steering?
7. Define slip angle.
8. What does the steering linkage do?
9. What is turning radius? What is its significance?
10. Define caster angle.
11. What are the causes of stiff steering?

Section B (10 Marks)

1. Describe the Ackermann and Davis steering mechanism with a neat sketch. What are their
relative merits?
2. Sketch and explain the steering geometry with neat sketch
3. Define and explain the following
a. Caster angle b. Camber angle c. Toe-in d. Toe out
4. Describe the working of steering system mechanism.
5. Explain the components of steering system. What are the characteristics of over –steer?
6. Describe a recirculating ball type steering gear with a neat sketch.
7. Discuss how to reduce the steering wheel turning effort by using power steering
mechanism.

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Section C (20 Marks)

1. What is power steering? Sketch any power steering system and explain its working
principle.
2. Describe the Ackerman and Davis steering mechanism with a neat sketch. What are their
relative merits?
3. Explain the probable causes of various steering troubles and suggest suitable remedies.
4. Sketch and explain various steering geometries. Describe with the help of simple diagram
the different type of stub axles.
5. Sketch and explain a typical power steering gear box and compare it with ordinary steering
system.

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Module IV

Section A (6 Marks)

1. What are the functions of suspension system in a motor vehicle?

2. What do you mean by Independent suspension?
3. Give short note on leaf spring suspension system.
4. Classify independent rear suspension system.
5. Explain working of leaf spring with neat sketch.
6. Explain working of mac person type suspension system.
7. What is nipping in leaf springs?
8. What are the objectives and components of suspension system.
9. Discuss the working of telescopic suspension system used in cars.
10. Explain the various components of Suspension system in detail.

Section B (10 Marks)

1. Explain briefly the action of air spring. Draw the schematic diagram showing the layout of
an air suspension system and describe the same.
2. Explain the working of front independent suspension system with neat sketch.
3. Explain the working of shock absorber with neat sketch.
4. Explain the working of rear independent suspension system with neat sketch.
5. State the purpose of shock absorbers used in suspension systems.
6. Describe the working principle of telescopic shock absorber and coil spring suspension
system with a neat sketch.
7. Describe the Macpherson strut assembly of independent suspension system. Compare it
with the double wish bone suspension system.

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Section C (20 Marks)

1. Differentiate clearly between the functions of a spring and a shock absorber. Explain the
construction and working of a telescopic type of shock absorber with the help of neat
diagram.
2. Discuss the causes of the common troubles experienced in the suspension system of an
automobile and suggest appropriate remedies in each case.
3. Explain in detail about a typical front suspension wi th neat sketches.
4. Discuss air suspension system with a sketch. (8) ii) How wheel alignment done in
automobiles? Explain.
5. Discuss the construction details of leaf, coil and torsion bar springs.

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Module V

Section A (6 Marks)

1. Why are brakes necessary in vehicles?

2. How many types of brakes are used in automobiles?
3. What is meant by bleeding of brakes?
4. Discuss the braking requirements of a vehicle?
5. Define wheel track and wheel base.
6. Give a brief note on damper. 3. Distinguish between disc brake with drum brake.
7. Give the function of tyre?
8. Name the resistances to vehicle motion.
9. Compare tubed tyres with tubeless tyre.
10. What are the requirements of good tyre.
11. How automobile tyres are specified?
12. How many types of brakes are used in automobiles?

Section B (10 Marks)

1. Explain factors affecting tyre life Compare the advantages of radial tyre over cross ply tyre.
2. What are the different types of tyres used in automobile?
3. What is Pneumatic and Hydraulic Braking Systems in a Automobile?
4. Explain the wheel alignment system.
5. Explain the working principles of hydraulic brake with neat sketch.
6. Explain the pneumatic or air brakes with neat sketch.
7. Explain with neat sketch Drum and Disc brake system.
8. Explain the working of airbags and bumpers with respect to safety.
9. Sketch the air brake system layout of a heavy vehicle.

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Section C (20 Marks)

1. Explain the reason that why the tyres are always black in colour. Is this phenomena related
to the heat conduction?
2. Explain the working principles of Hydraulic braking system with simple sketches.
3. With the aid of neat sketches, Explain in detail about construction and working of disk
brake system.
4. Explain with the help of a suitable sketch the construction of the disc wheel. Draw and
explain the cross section of an automobile tyre.
5. With a neat sketch explain the working of Swinging and Sliding Caliper type Disc brake.
6. What are the components of hydraulic braking system? Explain their functions. What is
the braking efficiency? Explain.

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