Reg.

no:

DHANALAKSHMI SRINIVASAN
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
COIMBATORE

Exam Date : Duration : 90 Minutes

Type of Test: Internal Assessment Test- I Department : Mechanical
Subject : Renewable Energy Sources Academic Year : 2020-2021
Year/ Sem : III/V (A & B) Maximum Marks: 50

S.N Answer ALL Questions Mark K

COs level
o PART-A (4 X 2 = 8 Marks) s
1.
Define the principles of radiometers. (2) CO1 K2
2. Write notes on beam and diffuse radiation. (2) CO1 K1
3. Differentiate pyrheliometers and pyranometers. (2) CO2 K2
4. List the classifications of FPC. (2) CO2 K1
5. Why orientation is needed in point focusing collectors? (2) CO2 K1
PART B (2 X13= 26 Marks)
6.A i) Explain the concept of extra terrestrial radiation. (4) CO1 K1
ii) Explain the concept of terrestrial radiation. (9) CO1 K1
(OR)
6.B Explain the different types of pyrheliometers. (13) CO1 K3
7.A i) Explain the factors affecting performance of FPC. (7) CO2 K3
ii) Explain the components of a liquid FPC. (6) CO2 K2
(OR)
7.B Explain with neat sketch the principle, construction, orientation and
(13) CO2 K3
limitations of point focusing collectors.
PART C (1 x14=14 Marks)
What are all the environmental effects caused while utilizing energy
8.A. (7+7) CO1 K2
from nature? Explain its causes and effects in environment.
(OR)
8.B i) Explain in detail : Parabolic trough collector (8) CO1 K2
ii) Mirror Strip Collector (6) CO1 K3

Prepared by Verified By
Mr.I.Satham Hussain, AP/Mech HoDs/Dean