PART A

(Answer any 10 questions)

(10x2 = 20)

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5.

Why derivative controller is never used alone?

Derive the equation for a translation mechanical system model with spring and mass.
Give an example for two-step mode control unit.
Explain latching with ladder diagram
Devise a timing circuit that will switch an output on for 1sec then off for 20sec, then on
for 1sec, then off for 20sec, and so on.
6. What is shift register? How many data is required for is shift register?
7. Compare and the contrast the traditional design of a watch with of a mechatronics based
digital watch.
8. What are the advantages of using a microprocessor in the place of a mechanical controller
for a carburetor of an automobile?
9. List the seven modules of mechatronics design approach.
10. Identify the sensor, signal conditioner and display elements in the Bourdon pressure
gauge.
PART-B (5X16=80)
1. (a) (i)Explain the characteristic of PID controller. (8)
(ii) Explain building blocks for thermal system. (8)
(OR)
(b)(i) Derive a mathematical model for a machine mounted on the ground to study
the effects of ground disturbances on the machine bed displacement. (8)
(ii) Explain fluid system building blocks. (8)
2.

(a)(i)Describe and compare the characteristics of (i) proportional controller (ii)

proportional plus integral controller (8)
(ii) Derive a mathematical model for a machine mounted on the ground to study
the effects of ground disturbances on the machine bed displacement. (8)
(OR)
(b)(i) A work piece is loaded on a conveyor belt and operates between two limits of
travel A and B. When limits switch at station A is activated, the conveyers moves
forward. When limit switch at station B is activated the conveyer changes direction.
Pressing the start button causes the motor to run in the forward direction and
pressing the stop button the motor create a ladder logic diagram and explain. (10)
(ii) What are the factors to be considered while selection a PLC? (6)
(OR)
3. (a)(i) Write the help of block diagram explain the main components of a
programmable logic controller.(10)
(ii) Write a short notes on jump control used in PLC using a ladder diagram.(6)
(OR)
(b)(i) Device a circuit that could be used with a domestic washing machine to switch
on a pump water for 100s into the machine, then switch off and switch on a heater
for 50s to empty heat the water. The heater is then switched off and another pump
is to empty the water from the machine for 100s. (8)
(ii)Explain the basis of ladder programming used in PLC.(8)
4. (a)(i)Explain about the basis of mchatronics system design considering vehicle
engine management system as example.(8)
(ii)Explain the various mechatronics elements required to design an automated
guided vehicle.(8)
(OR)
(b)(i)Device a robot system which can be used for can be used for pick and place
purpose. Describe the various mechatronics elements used in the design.(8)
(ii) What is the role of sensor in car engine management system?(8)
5. (a)(i) With necessary diagrams, explain the automatic car parking system.(8)

(ii) Explain the mechatronics system used in an automatic camera with a neat
block diagram.(8)
(OR)
6.

Prepared by
R.Ravichandaran, Lect/Mech

Approved by
HOD/Mech

Principal