Q.2 What is limiting friction?

Write the difference between static and

kinetic friction. A weight of 400 N is resting on a rough horizontal plane
and can be just move by a 100 N force applied at 30 degree with
horizontal. Determine the coefficient of friction and normal reaction. 6
OR
A differential manometer is connected at the two points A and B of
two pipes as shown in fig. the pipe A contain a liquid of specific
Roll No………………………… gravity= 1.5 while pipe B contains a liquid of specific gravity = 0.9 the
Mid Term-I Examination pressure at A and B are 98.1 KPa and 100 KPa respectively. Find the
difference in mercury level in the differential manometers. 6
CS/ME/AE/PT/AGE/
(Engineering Mechanics) Q.3 Write the assumptions and derive the Bernoulli’s equation. 6
(MEL0101) OR
Time 1:30 hrs Max. Marks 30 A horizontal venturimeter with inlet and throat diameters 30 cm and 15
cm respectively is used to measure a flow of water. The reading of
Note: Attempt all questions. All questions carry equal marks differential manometer connected to the inlet and the throat is 20 cm of
mercury. Determine the rate of flow. Take Sf=0.8 and Sm=13.6 and Cd=
0.98 6
Q.1 Q.4 Write the short note
(a) What is the definition of engineering mechanics? Write about the I. Newton’s law of viscosity
mass, matter and particles. 3 II. Pitot tube
(b) Discuss principle of transmissibility. What is the equilibrium condition OR
of body? 3 Write the short note on
OR I. Types of flows
(a) Friction is a necessary evil. Comment on validity of this statement. 3 II. Effect of temperature on viscosity 6
(b) Write the short note on Q.5 Derive the continuity equation.
I. Resultant OR
II. Equilibrant Derive the formula for length of total belt for
III. Force 3 I. Open belt derive
II. Cross belt derive 6