QUESTION BANK 2019

SIDDHARTH GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS :: PUTTUR

Siddharth Nagar, Narayanavanam Road – 517583

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Subject with Code : EMI(16EC416) Course & Branch: B.Tech – ECE

Year & Sem: III B.Tech & I Sem Regulation: R16

UNIT –I

1. a) Explain about static characteristics of measuring instrument. [CO1][L2][5M]

b) Define any two statistical analysis of measuring instrument. [CO1][L1][5M]
2. a) Explain the construction of multi-range voltmeter& Range extension DC voltmeter. [CO1][L2][5M]
b) A D’Arsonval movement with a full scale deflection current of 50 µA and internal resistance
of 500Ω is to be converted into a multirange voltmeter .define the value of multiplier required
for
0-20v, 0-50v,0-100v, [CO1][L5][5M]
3. a) Explain different types of errors that occur in measurements. [CO1][L2][5M]
b) Explain about Differential type voltmeter. [CO1][L2][5M]
4. a) How do we determine the performance characteristics(static & dynamic) of an instrument.
[CO1][L1][8M]

b) Explain the process of calibration. [CO1][L1][2M]

5. a) Define sensitivity. Calculate the sensitivity of a 200 µA meter movement which is to be used as a
dc voltmeter. [CO1][L1][2M]
b) Draw and explain solid state DC Voltmeter. [CO1][L2][8M]
6. a) Explain the dynamic response of Zero order, first order, second order instrument. [CO1][L2][7M]
b) Explain multirange AC voltmeter. [CO1][L2][3M]
7. a) With neat sketch explain thermocouple type RF ammeter. [CO1][L2][7M]
b) Discuss about basic DC Ammeters. [CO1][L2][3M]
8. a) Describe with the help of circuit diagram the construction and working of a shunt-type ohm meter
[CO1][L2][7M]
b) Explain the fundamental principle on which DC meter is constructed. [CO1][L2][3M]
9. a)Explain how a multi-meter can be used as i) DC voltmeter & AC volt meter [CO1][L2][7M]
b) Explain how a multi-meter can be used as Ohmmeter [CO1][L2][3M]
10. a) Explain with the help of circuit diagram the construction & working of a series type ohm meter.
[CO1][L2][7M]
b) Explain about basic DC Ammeter. [CO1][L2][3M]

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UNIT –II
1. a)Draw the neat diagrams of vertical deflection systems and explain briefly about their
working. [CO2][L2][7M]
b) Discuss briefly about Horizontal amplifier [CO2][L2][3M]
2. a) Discuss about important CRT features. [CO2][L1][3M]
b) Draw the block diagram of a dual beam oscilloscope & explain its working. [CO2][L2][7M]
3. a)Draw the block diagram of a general purpose oscilloscope(CRO) and explain function of each
block in detail . [CO2][L2][8M]
b) List the applications of CRO [CO2][L1][2M]
4. a) Explain the major parts of CRT with a block diagram. [CO2][L2][7M]
b) Compare dual trace oscilloscopes and dual beam CRO. [CO2][L4][3M]
5. a) Draw the block diagram of Delay line circuit and explain its working. [CO2][L2][7M]
b) State the standard specifications of a sample CRO. [CO2][L4][3M]
6. a) Discuss in detail, the construction and working of a digital sampling oscilloscope. [CO2][L2]
[5M]
b) Explain in details the construction and working of Time base generator [CO2][L2][5M]
7. a) Describe in details the construction and working of an analog type storage oscilloscope.
[CO2][L2][5M]
b) Explain with the block diagram how the digital frequency can be measured using counter/meter
instrument. [CO2][L2][5M]
8. a) Describe in details the construction and working of an digital storage oscilloscope [CO2][L2][5M]
b) Explain the function of trigger circuit. [CO2][L2][5M]
9. a) Explain with a diagram how frequency & phase can be measured using a Lissajous method.
[CO2][L1][5M]
b) Briefly discuss about digital storage oscilloscope. [CO2][L1][5M]
10. a) Explain with the block diagram how the digital frequency and time period can be measured using
Counter/meter instrument. [CO2][L1][6M]
b) List and explain any two different types of CRO probes? [CO2][L1][4M]

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UNIT –III

1. a) With the help of block diagram explain the functioning of a conventional standard signal generator.
[CO3][L2][7M]
b) Describe about fixed AF oscillator and variable AF oscillator. [CO3][L2][3M]
2. a) Draw the block diagram of a function generator and explain its operation. [CO3][L2][7M]
b) List the applications of random noise generator. [CO3][L2][3M]
3. a)With a neat diagram discuss the operation of a pulse generator. [CO3][L2][6M]
b) Explain the working of arbitrary waveform generator [CO3][L2][4M]
4. a).Discuss in detail about RF signal generator operation. [CO3][L2][5M]
b) Explain the method of generating of random noise with neat sketch [CO3][L2][5M]
5. a) Explain the working of a standard sweep generator with diagram. [CO3][L2][7M]
b) Define sweep generator [CO3][L1][3M]
6. a) With help of a neat sketch, explain the working of a frequency selective wave analyser.
[CO3][L2][7M]
b) Define the function of wave analyser? [CO3][L1][3M]
7. a) Describe with diagram the operation of a Logic analyser. [CO3][L2][7M]
b) List the application of wave analysers. [CO3][L1][3M]
8. a) Draw the circuit diagram and explain the working of a heterodyne type wave analyser.
[CO3][L2][7M]
b) What is distortion? What does a distortion analyser measure [CO3][L1][3M]
9. a) Define the function of harmonic distortion analyser. [CO3][L1][3M]
b) Describe the diagram with operation of a harmonic distortion analyser using Wein bridge and
frequency selective type. [CO3][L2][7M]
10.a) With a neat sketch explain the operation of Spectrum analyser. [CO3][L2][5M]
b) Explain how wave analyser can be tuned to a particular frequency within the audible frequency
range. [CO3][L2][5M]

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UNIT –IV

1. a) Discuss the working principle of Q-meter &its applications. b) Write short note
on interference & explain noise reduction techniques. [CO4][L2][4M]
2. a)Explain any Two ac bridges to measure unknown inductance. [CO4][L2][8M]
b)Distinguish between AC Bridges and DC bridges [CO4][L2][2M]
3. a) Describe in detail about EMI &EMC with suitable examples. [CO4][L2][4M]
b) Explain the working principle & operation of Capacitance & Inductance bridge circuit [CO4][L2][6M]
4. a) Explain the operation of Kelvin Bridge. [CO4][L2][4M]
b) Derive the expression for unknown resistance of kelvin bridge [CO4][L2][6M]
5. a)Discuss briefly about bridges? [CO4][L2][3M]
b) Draw the Anderson’s bridge circuit and derive necessary equations& explain it. [CO4][L2][7M]
6. a) Explain the Schering bridge circuit [CO4][L2][8M]
b) List the applications of schering bridge circuit [CO4][L1][2M]
7. a) Explain how a Maxwell bridge can be used for measuring an unknown inductance. [CO4][L2][6M]
b) What is interference &explain noise reduction techniques. [CO4][L2][4M]
8. a)Describe the operation of the Wheatstone bridge [CO4][L2][5M]
b) Derive the expression for current when the bridge is balanced.
[CO4][L2][10M]
9. a) Explain how a Maxwell bridge can be used for measuring an unknown inductance. [CO4][L2][5M]
b) A Maxwell bridge is used to measure an inductive impedance the bridge constants at balance are
C1=0.01 µF, R1=470KΩ, R2=5.1 KΩ and R3=100 KΩ. Find the series equivalent of the unknown
impedance. [CO4][L5][5M]
10.a) What are the applications of Wheatstone bridge. And list out its limitations. [CO4][L2][4M]
b) Describe the operation of the Wheatstone bridge and derive the expression for DC resistance.
[CO4][L2][6M]

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UNIT –V

1.
a) With a neat sketch explain the operation of LVDT.
b) What are the advantages & disadvantages of LVDT
2.
a) Explain strain gauge for resistance measurement.
b) List the applications of LVDT
3. Describe the operation of-
a) Resistive transducers
b) Capacitive transducers.
4.
a) Distinguish between the active & passive transducers.
b) Explain the operation of potentiometric transducer.
5.
a) Define a transducer. List the applications.
b) Explain about Inductive transducers.
6.
a) Draw the diagram of Resistance Thermometer & explain briefly.
b) What are the functions of transducers?
7. Write short notes on
a) i) LVDT ii) thermocouple
b) Discuss signal conditioning circuits.
8.
a) With a neat sketch, explain the operation of piezo-electric transducers in detail.
b) Explain how an electrical transducer can be used to find the unknown pressure of a
liquid.
9.
a) List the three types of temperature transducers &describe the application of each.
b) Explain about pH measurement.
10.
a) Define piezoelectric effect. Write the applications of piezoelectric transducer.
b) Write about IC sensors & smart sensors.

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