M.Tech.

(Integrated Power System / Power Electronics and Power System /

Industrial Drives & Control) First Semester (C.B.C.S.)
Elective-I (Core) : Micro and Smart Grid
P. Pages : 2 NIR/KW/18/4408/4390/4423
Time : Three Hours *1997* Max. Marks : 70
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Notes : 1. All questions carry marks as indicated.
2. Solve Question 1 OR Questions No. 2.
3. Solve Question 3 OR Questions No. 4.
4. Solve Question 5 OR Questions No. 6.
5. Solve Question 7 OR Questions No. 8.
6. Solve Question 9 OR Questions No. 10.
7. Assume suitable data whenever necessary.
8. Illustrate your answers whenever necessary with the help of neat sketches.
9. Use of non programmable calculator is permitted.

1. Explain the concept of islanding in microgrid. State various types of islanding methods. 14
Differentiate the passive and Active methods on various parameters.

OR

2. a) State various modes of operation in microgrid. Explain the converter used in the 7
microgrid. in islanded mode.

b) Discussed the active and Reactive power control mode used in microgrid. 7

3. a) State the importance of stability analysis in microgrid. Give protection scheme. for the 7
microgrid.

b) State various standards related with power quality. Explain the importance of regulatory 7
standards for microgrid.

OR

4. a) Describe various means for mitigation of voltage disturbances in microgrid. 7

b) Explain voltage control and current control operation in microgrid. 7

5. Define smart grid. State its application in industrial sector. Discussed the Govt. Policies 14
for encouraging smart grid implementation.

OR

6. a) Load flow analysis used in microgrid is important for grid connected mode and islanded 7
mode. Justify

b) Differentiate between microgrid and smart grid in brief. 7

7. a) Explain the working of smart meters. States its importance in smart grid. 7

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 b) State the importance of 'Communication and measurement' in microgrid. Explain master 7
slave communication system in brief used in microgrid.

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8. a) Discussed the role of advance metering infrastructure in smart grid. Explain Google 7
mapping tools in brief.

b) State advantages and limitations of PMU. 7

9. a) State main advantages and limitations of battery storage system. 7

b) Comment on 'energy saving potential exist in the Indian industry by using renewable 7
energy sources.

OR

10. a) Evaluate the benefits of energy conservation as compared to increasing the generation 7
capacity, for solving a problem of increased energy demand.

b) Explain the impact on Environment when using a electric vehicles & plug in Hybrid 7
technology.

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