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Question Paper Code: A1734
(AUTONOMOUS)B. Tech VIII Semester Supplementary Examinations, May 2018
(Regulations: VCE-R11/R11A)AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS AND INSTRUMENTATION
(Aeronautical Engineering)Date: 01 May, 2018 FN
Time: 3 hours
Max Marks: 75
Answer ONE question from each Unit
All Questions Carry Equal Marks
Unit I
1.
a)Explain the working principle of electro mechanical actuators.
7M
b)Explain the principle of flight control.
8M
2.
a)Differentiate between primary and secondary flight control surfaces.
8M
b)Write short notes on vehicle management system.
7M
Unit II
3.
a)Explain fuel quantity flow function.
8M
b)With reference to aero engine starting operation explain engine starting.
7M
4.
a)Explain fuel system operation.
7M
b)Write a note on in fuel gauging probes.
8M
Unit III
5.
a)With a neat sketch explain the Airbus A380 landing gear configuration.
10M
b)With the help of flow chart explain the hydraulic systems testing process.
5M
6.
With a neat sketch explain the following:
i. Permanent magnet generators
ii. Backup power converters
iii. Ram air turbines
15M
Unit IV
7.
With a neat sketch explain the following:
i. Pitot static system
ii. Wing and engine anti-icing system
iii. Bleed air indication system
15M
8.
With neat layout explain the Primary Flight Display (PFD).
15M
Unit V
9.
a)With the help of line diagram explain autopilot systems.
10M
b)Write a short note on remote sensing and indication.
5M
10.
Write a note on the following:
i. Altitude direction indicator
ii. Markov analysis
iii. Altimeter
15M