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B. Tech.: Eight Semester Examination (Session 2012-2013\ Subject: Non Conventional Sources of Energy (Open elective) Branch: Mechanical Engineering T'ime: Three Hours

Code:ME13815

Max. Marks:80

Min. Marks:28
Note: Attempt all five questions. Solve any two parts from each question. All question carry equal marks. Assume suitable data if any.

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What is a flate plate collector ? Describe its rvorking with the help of neat

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Define the following terms: 1 Solar Constant; 2 Hour Angle;

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Describe the construction and working of solar cooker with the help of neat diagrarn. What are the factors on which the economy and technical feasibility of any solar industrial
proccss heat system depends
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the dangers of energy farming.

Calculatc (i) The volurne of a biogas digester suitable for the output of four cows, liij rhe power avaitable fro* ih. digester. Retention titne is 20 days, ternperature 300C,dr1, matter consumed 2 kg/da1,, biogas yield 0 .24 m3 I kg, b u rn er e ffi c i ency 60%o,methane proporti on 8 0%.

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tlre factors aff-ecting the bio-digestion. ufuel cell? Describe its principle.
the advantages and disadvantages of fuel cells?

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What are the advantages of using hydrogen over other available energy sources?

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Define wind ? How the energy can be obtained from the wincl Derive the formula for power extraction by the wind turbine.
down the rnajor draw backs of tidal power.

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